Romantic · 1858
Can-Can (Orpheus in the Underworld)
J. Offenbach
- Key
- D
- Time
- 2/4
- Tempo
- ♩=132
- AO focus
- AO3
Incipit
Form
Galop infernal — Act 4 finale of the operetta. The most-recognised dance tune from any operetta.
Teaching points
- Galop dance form
- French operetta tradition
- AO3: light theatre music
Full score ↓Public domain
1858 first ed, PD.