Gesänge zu der Oper Der Bergsturz bey Goldau : $b in drey Aufzüge

A gentle sunrise awakens a tight‑knit Alpine community, where farmer Hatwyl and his wife Gertrud tend their lively brood of children. Their simple routine is punctuated by hymn‑like choruses that celebrate the land, the early light and the promise of a future rooted in hard work and faith. As the day unfolds, the family prepares for Josephine’s wedding to Willer, and the villagers exchange affectionate verses that weave together love, duty and the rhythm of rural life.

The music, composed by Joseph Weigl, blends folk melodies with classical operatic color, creating a warm, pastoral atmosphere that feels both intimate and celebratory. Listeners are drawn into heartfelt duets and a tender quartet, where promises of loyalty and shared destiny are voiced against a backdrop of Alpine vistas. This opening act offers a vivid portrait of community bonds, hopeful beginnings, and the timeless allure of home.