Artaxerxes: An Opera is a musical composition by Thomas Augustine Arne, first performed in 1762. The story is based on the historical figure of Artaxerxes, who ruled Persia in the 5th century BC. The plot revolves around the love triangle between Artaxerxes, his queen, and his best friend. The music is a blend of classical and baroque styles, featuring arias, duets, and choruses. The opera was highly popular in its time and helped establish Arne as...