What is coq dor?

Coq d'or, also known as "golden rooster," is a French opera in three acts composed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. The libretto was written by Vladimir Belsky, based on a fairy tale by Pushkin. The opera premiered in Moscow in 1909 and has since become one of Rimsky-Korsakov's most popular works.

The plot revolves around the King of Dodon, who receives a magical golden rooster that predicts the future of his kingdom. Dodon becomes obsessed with the rooster and its prophecies, leading to a series of tragic events. The opera is known for its colorful orchestration, lush melodies, and intricate vocal writing.

Coq d'or has been staged and recorded by various opera companies all over the world, and its popularity has endured throughout the years. It is considered a masterpiece of Russian opera and is often compared to the works of Rimsky-Korsakov's contemporaries, such as Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky.