Today Featuring The Magic Flute
Mozart’s The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte) is a two-act opera blending magical fantasy, Enlightenment ideals, and Masonic symbolism. Which equals phenomenal! The story follows Prince Tamino, who is tasked with rescuing Princess Pamina, daughter of the Queen of the Night, from the high priest Sarastro. Alongside the comical bird-catcher Papageno, Tamino undergoes a series of spiritual and moral trials to prove his worthiness. Ultimately, the opera reveals that Sarastro represents wisdom and light, while the Queen embodies darkness and deceit. Love, virtue, and enlightenment triumph as Tamino and Pamina are united, and order is restored. Isn’t that wonderful?
I have seen various versions and interpretations of this opera, which is my second favourite from Mozart (who is my favourite classical composer), the first one is Don Giovanni. And one of my favourite versions was the one by Ingmar Bergman as a film adaptation from 1975…
Mozart’s Life and Works
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) phenomenal Austrian composer of the Classical era. He was extremely talented even at a very young age. A child prodigy, and a genius. At the age of five he began composing and performing across Europe guided by his father, Leopold. Mozart was a master of all genres existing in his time, and composed over 600 works that include symphonies, concertos, operas, chamber music, and sacred pieces. His most famous works include The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, Symphony No. 40, Requiem, and of course, The Magic Flute. Despite his musical genius, Mozart struggled financially and died at 35, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape Western music. The true sign of genius.
I hope you enjoy this rendition of The Magic Flute arranged for strings.
CHEERS
JaZzArt en València 
Nice 😊
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Thanks so much Satyam!
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What a delightful and passionate reflection on Mozart and The Magic Flute! ✨ You’ve managed to capture not only the charm of the opera’s story — with its blend of fantasy, Enlightenment ideals, and symbolism — but also the sheer brilliance of Mozart as a composer. I especially love how you connected the opera’s themes of light, wisdom, and triumph of love with your own appreciation for different interpretations, including Bergman’s remarkable film adaptation.
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Thank you so much Sir for such an insightful and informative synopsis of my article on Mozart and The Magic Flute. I truly appreciate your kind words and your comments, always wise, always informative. All the best!
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Thank you so much, dear Francesco, for writing so eloquently about my favourite composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. I listen to his music every day, not only because I love it, but also because Mozart’s music has the greatest effect on lowering heart rate, easing breathing, reducing blood pressure, and stress. Students listening to his music achieve excellent exam results. To me, his music is beyond beautiful, and as many people have written, it is like hearing the voice of God. Please, listen to the Duettino from the Marriage of Figaro, and you will see what I mean.
Thank you for the music from The Magic Flute.
Joanna
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I fully agree Joanna and I too listen to Mozart daily. Thank you for the suggestion and I will listen to the duettino. All the best!
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Thank you so much, Francesco!
Joanna
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Always a pleasure Joanna!
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I’m not a great opera fan Francesc but I do admire Mozart. Incidentally, I had the pleasure of seeing the Magic Flute performed at the Kirov Theatre in Leningrad as it was called back then. Even if I was a fan of opera it would have been difficult to surpass an occasion like that.
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Absolutely! The Magic Flute was my introduction to opera, and I have loved the genre ever since!
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Thank you for providing music for me to listen to the last 51 minutes while I did other things on the computer. Lovely!
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It is Mozart that usually accompanies me while I work in the morning; in the afternoon it is jazz. I’m glad you enjoyed it Janet and thank you!
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I listen to a variety of music while I work, too. Music is such a gift. It is perhaps the thing I would miss the most if I ever became deaf.
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So true Janet. I usually like to start with Mozart and in the evening with Jazz…
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