, premiering in 1934. It is celebrated for its modern, satirical take on 1930s Madrid and remains one of the most performed works in the zarzuela repertoire. Finding the Score (PDF) If you are looking for the sheet music (

"No corté más que una rosa" . La pieza central para la soprano.

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The central conflict arises when Ascensión discovers that Joaquín is actually a "señorito" (wealthy young man) disguised as a mechanic to win her heart. Feeling betrayed, she publicly rejects him and begins a cold courtship with Ricardo.