Experience the whimsical and comedic genius of Emmanuel Chabrier with his delightful opéra bouffe, "L'étoile." This live recording, released in 2010, captures the essence of Chabrier's unique musical style and the hilarious farce of the opera's plot. Composed in 1877, "L'étoile" is a masterpiece of the opéra bouffe tradition, filled with inventive music and entertaining absurdity.
The opera, set in three acts, follows the zany adventures of King Ouf and the young peddler Lazuli. King Ouf, convinced by his astrologer that his life is linked to Lazuli's, finds himself in a series of comical misadventures. Meanwhile, Lazuli falls in love with Princess Laoula, who is betrothed to the king. The result is a series of hilariously zany twists and turns that will leave you laughing out loud.
This live album features a full cast of talented singers and musicians, bringing Chabrier's score to life with virtuosity and charm. The opera's libretto, written by Eugène Leterrier and Albert Vanloo, is a wonderful blend of nonsense and wit, perfectly complemented by Chabrier's buoyant and entertaining music.
With a duration of over an hour and six minutes, this album offers a comprehensive experience of "L'étoile," from the overture to the final couplets. Whether you're a fan of opera, comedy, or simply great music, this live recording of "L'étoile" is sure to delight. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the enchanting world of Emmanuel Chabrier's "L'étoile."
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Tracks
L'étoile: L'étoile: Overture - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Introduction: Méfions-Nous - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Entré du roi: C'est moi, le roi - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Chant: Du monde... De ma main, chez camarade - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Quatuor: Nous voyageons incognito - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Chant: Aussitôt que l'aurore - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Air de la sortie - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Romance de l'étoile: Ô petite étoile - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Trio des Chatouilles: Il faut le chatouiller - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Couplet I: Mon Dieu! Mais aus fait, j'y pense - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Couplet II: Ce n'est qu'une histoire de rire - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Récitatif: Ciel! Que j'ai vous? - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Finale: Jeune homme! Tu viens de gifler le roi! - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ernest Ansermet, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Finale: Couplets de l'empalement: Ce fauteuil, qui n'a l'air de rien - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 1: Finale: Chœur: Hola! Qu'on m'apporte... Donnez-vous la peine - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Chœur et Brindisi: Ah! Le charmant garçon - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Couplets du Mari: Quand on aime, est-il utile - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Quatuor des baisers: Quand on vent ranimer sa belle - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Couplets de Laoula: Moi je n'ai pas une âme ingrate - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Trio de la fuite des amoureux: Maintenant il faut partir vite! - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Finale: Un coup de feu! - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Finale: Couplets: Tous deux assis dans le bateau - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: Finale: Chœur des gens de cour: Ma foi! Ça nous est bien égal - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 2: C'est un malheur! - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 3: Couplets de Lazuli: Enfin, je me sens mieux - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 3: Couplets et trio: Un amoureaux, princesse - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 3: Couplets de la rose: Ainsi que la rose nouvelle - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
L'étoile, Act 3: Couplets (Finale): Nous voici, Messieurs, à la fin - LiveEmmanuel Chabrier, Ninon Vallin, Hugues Cuénod, Phillippe Soguel, Lise Bratschi, Sylvane Pagani, Ernest Mestrallet, Bernard Berthet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
Emmanuel Chabrier, born Alexis-Emmanuel Chabrier, was a French Romantic composer and pianist whose musical journey was as vibrant and captivating as the Parisian scene of the 1880s. Despite his bourgeois family's disapproval of a musical career, Chabrier's passion for music burned brightly from a young age, with his first compositions emerging when he was just eight years old. He initially pursued a career in law and worked as a civil servant, but his true calling was music. From 1880 onwards, he dedicated himself fully to composing, leaving behind a rich legacy of works that span opera, operetta, piano, orchestral music, and songs. Chabrier's music is renowned for its verve and wit, reflecting the lively spirit of the Parisian artistic scene. His orchestral works, such as "España," are particularly celebrated, showcasing his unique talent and enduring influence. Born in Ambert, in the Auvergne region of central France, Chabrier's musical genius was nurtured from a young age, ultimately leading him to become one of France's most beloved composers.
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