Description
FREDERICA VON STADE MASSENET: Cendrillon – World Premiere Recording (2CD Set)
Product Information
- UPC: 5099707932320
- Catalog Numbers: CB 772, M2K 79323, M2K 35194
- Product Type: Opera Recording / Classical Music Recording
- Artists & Performers: Chorus: Ambrosian Opera Chorus (Director: John McCarthy)
- Lucette (Cendrillon): Frederica von Stade
- Le Prince Charmant: Nicolai Gedda
- Madame de la Haltierre: Jane Berbie
- Pandolfe: Jules Bastin
- La Fée: Ruth Welting
- Supporting Roles: Teresa Cahill, Dorothee Elizabeth Bainbridge
- Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra
- Conductor: Julius Rodel
- Recording Location: All Saints Church, Tooting Graveney, London
- Recording Dates: 1978 / 1979
- Production: Produced by Roy Emerson & Paul Myers; World Premiere Recording
- Labels/Distribution: BS Records, WASTERWORKS, QUINT IMPORT in association with CBS Records Inc.
- Additional Information: Displayed with the esteemed trademarks "CBS," "Masterworks" (registered throughout the world, except in Canada where they are trademarks of CBS Music Products Inc.)
Overview
Immerse yourself in the historic world premiere recording of Jules Massenet's Cendrillon. With a libretto by Henri Cain, this opera features an extraordinary lineup including the celebrated Frederica von Stade as Lucette and Nicolai Gedda as Le Prince Charmant. Supported by an exceptional cast, the Ambrosian Opera Chorus, and the renowned Philharmonia Orchestra led by Julius Rodel, this recording—captured in the acoustically exquisite All Saints Church in London during 1978/1979—offers a definitive presentation of Massenet’s musical and dramatic genius.
French Translation – Overview (Aperçu)
Plongez-vous dans l'enregistrement mondial en première de Cendrillon de Jules Massenet. Avec un livret signé Henri Cain, cet opéra réunit une distribution extraordinaire, avec la renommée Frederica von Stade dans le rôle de Lucette et Nicolai Gedda en tant que Le Prince Charmant. Soutenu par un casting exceptionnel, le Chœur de l'Opéra Ambroisien et le célèbre Orchestre Philharmonia dirigé par Julius Rodel, cet enregistrement, capturé dans l'acoustique remarquable de l'église All Saints à Tooting Graveney à Londres en 1978/1979, offre une présentation définitive du génie musical et dramatique de Massenet.
Product Features
- Recording Format: Audio recording (issued on a physical format by CBS Records Inc.)
- World Premiere: This is the first-ever recorded performance of Massenet’s Cendrillon.
- Libretto: Henri Cain
- Key Roles & Cast: Includes standout performances by Frederica von Stade (Lucette) and Nicolai Gedda (Le Prince Charmant), with critical supporting roles by Jane Berbie, Jules Bastin, Ruth Welting, among others.
- Musical Ensemble:Conductor: Julius Rodel
- Chorus: Ambrosian Opera Chorus (Director: John McCarthy)
- Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra
- Recording Venue: All Saints Church, Tooting Graveney, London, known for its historic ambiance and superior acoustics
- Production Excellence: Produced by Roy Emerson & Paul Myers in collaboration with CBS Records, ensuring a production of the highest historical and musical integrity
Interesting Facts
Celebrating a Milestone in Opera Recording
- World Premiere Achievement: Marking the first recorded performance of Jules Massenet's Cendrillon, this release remains a landmark in operatic history.
- Stellar Cast: The recording features one of the most admired portrayals of Lucette by Frederica von Stade, paired with Nicolai Gedda’s compelling interpretation of Le Prince Charmant, among an ensemble of distinguished artists.
- Historic Venue: Recorded at the atmospheric All Saints Church in London, the venue’s unique acoustics have contributed greatly to the recording’s revered sound quality.
- Production Legacy: Produced by Roy Emerson & Paul Myers in association with CBS Records Inc., this release stands as a testament to excellence in classical music production and preservation.
- Cross-Cultural Impact: As a world premiere recording, its dual-language presentation (with promotional materials also in French) highlights the universal appeal of Massenet’s work and its enduring cultural significance.
French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants)
Célébration d'une Étape Majeure dans l'Enregistrement Opératique
- Réussite de Première Mondiale : Marquant la première représentation enregistrée de Cendrillon de Jules Massenet, cette production demeure une référence dans l'histoire de l'opéra.
- Distribution Étoilée : L'enregistrement présente l'une des interprétations les plus admirées de Lucette par Frederica von Stade, associée à la lecture captivante de Nicolai Gedda dans le rôle du Prince Charmant, aux côtés d'un ensemble d'artistes distingués.
- Lieu Historique : Capté dans l'atmosphère unique de l'église All Saints à Londres, l'acoustique exceptionnelle du lieu contribue de manière significative à la renommée de cet enregistrement.
- Héritage de Production : Produit par Roy Emerson & Paul Myers en collaboration avec CBS Records Inc., ce disque témoigne d'une excellence inégalée dans la production et la préservation de la musique classique.
- Impact Transculturel : En tant qu'enregistrement de première mondiale, sa présentation bilingue (avec des supports promotionnels également en français) met en lumière l'attrait universel de l'œuvre de Massenet et sa signification culturelle durable.
Cast & Performance Highlights
- Lucette (Cendrillon): Frederica von Stade
- Le Prince Charmant: Nicolai Gedda
- Madame de la Haltierre: Jane Berbie
- Pandolfe: Jules Bastin
- La Fée: Ruth Welting
- Additional Roles: Performed by Teresa Cahill and Dorothee Elizabeth Bainbridge
- Chorus & Orchestra: The Ambrosian Opera Chorus (under John McCarthy) and the Philharmonia Orchestra deliver a performance that is both heartfelt and historically significant.
Note: Detailed track listing is not provided, as this recording comprises the complete opera performance with act divisions as originally staged.
Publishers
Published and distributed by CBS Records Inc. / CBS Disques SA. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, public performance, broadcasting, rental, or any other use of this recording is strictly prohibited by applicable law.
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English:
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French (Cimkek):
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