Der Rosenkavalier, Komödie für Musik

Der Rosenkavalier is a comedic opera written by Austrian librettist Hugo von Hoffmansthal with music by Richard Strauss. First performed in 1911, the opera tells the story of the Marschallin, a member of the Austrian nobility, and Octavian, her young lover. The opera is known for its lush score and intricate plot, and is widely considered one of the greatest works of the 20th century.