Dive into the enchanting world of Savoy Opera with Arthur Sullivan's "The Gondoliers," a timeless masterpiece that showcases the brilliance of Gilbert and Sullivan's collaborative genius. Released in 2002 by Naxos, this album captures the essence of Sullivan's musical prowess and Gilbert's witty libretto, offering a delightful journey through the whimsical tale of "The King of Barataria."
"The Gondoliers" is a delightful blend of humor, romance, and intricate plot twists, set to Sullivan's unforgettable melodies. The album spans a total of 1 hour and 30 minutes, featuring all the beloved songs and choruses from the operetta, including the lively "Overture," the charming "Good morrow pretty maids," and the rousing "Finale." The album is a testament to Sullivan's ability to create memorable tunes that have stood the test of time, making it a beloved classic in the opera world.
This recording brings together a talented ensemble of vocalists and musicians, each bringing their unique talents to the stage. The performances are vibrant and full of energy, capturing the spirit of the original Savoy Theatre productions. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Gondoliers" offers a captivating experience that highlights the enduring appeal of Arthur Sullivan's music.
2002 Naxos2002 (P) Naxos
Tracks
The Gondoliers, Act I: OvertureArthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: List and learn (Chorus of Contadine)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Good morrow pretty maids (Francesco)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: For the merriest fellows Are we (Antonio, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: See see at last - Buongiorno, Signorine! (Fiametta, Marco, Giuseppe, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: We're called gondolieri (Marco, Giuseppe)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: And now to choose our brides (Marco, Giuseppe, Tessa, Gianetta, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Thank you gallant gondolieri (Chorus of Girls)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: From the sunny Spanish shore (Duke, Duchess, Casilda, Luiz)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: In enterprise of marital kind (Duke)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: O rapture, when alone together (Casilda, Luiz)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: These was a time (Casilda, Luiz)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: I stole the prince (Don Alhambra, Duke, Duchess, Casilda, Luiz)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: But bless my heart - Try we life long (Casilda, Don Alhmabra, Duke, Duchess, Luiz, Grand Inquisitor)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Bridegroom and bride! (Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: When a merry maiden marries (Tessa, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Kind Sir you cannot have the heart (Gianetta)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Do not give way (Don Alhambra, Marco, Giuseppe, Gianetta, Tessa)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Then one of us will be a queen (Marco, Giuseppe, Gianetta, Tessa)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Replying we sing (Marco, Giuseppe, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: For everyone who feels inclined (Marco, Giuseppe, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Come let's away (Marco, Giuseppe)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Now Marco dear my wishes hear (Gianetta, Tessa, Marco, Giuseppe)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act I: Then away we go (Chorus, Marco)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Of happiness the very pith (Chorus of Men, Marco, Giuseppe)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Rising early in the morning (Giuseppe, Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Take a pair of sparkling eyes (Marco)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Here we Are, at the risk of our lives - After sailing to This island (Chorus of Girls, Tessa, Gianetta)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Dance a Cachucha (Chorus)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: There lived a king (Don Alhambra, Marco, Giuseppe)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: In a contemplative fashion (Marco, Giuseppe, Gianetta, Tessa)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: With ducal pomp (Chorus of Men, Duke, Duchess)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: On the day when I was wedded (Duchess)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: To help unhappy commoners - Small titles and orders (Duke, Duchess)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: I am a courtier grave and serious (Duke, Duchess, Casilda, Marco, Giuseppe)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Here Is a case unprecedented! (Marco, Giuseppe, Casilda, Gianetta, Tessa)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
The Gondoliers, Act II: Now let the loyal lieges gather round - Finale (Don Alhambra, Inez, Company)Arthur Sullivan, Martyn Green, Henry Goodier, Richard Watson, Leonard Osborn, Alan Styler, Geoffrey Sanders, Tom Hancock, Radley Flynn, Joyce Wright, Ella Halman, Margaret Mitchell, Muriel Harding, Yvonne Dean, Enid Walsh, Caryl Fane, The D'Oyly Carte Opera Chorus, D'Oyly Carte Opera Orchestra, New Promenade Orchestra, Isidore Godfrey
Arthur Sullivan, born in London in 1842, was a prolific English composer whose name is synonymous with the golden age of Victorian comic opera. His most enduring legacy is his collaboration with the librettist W. S. Gilbert, with whom he created a series of wildly popular and enduring Savoy Operas, including "H.M.S. Pinafore," "The Pirates of Penzance," and "The Mikado." These works, known for their wit, satire, and memorable tunes, remain staples of the operatic repertoire and have been performed and enjoyed by audiences worldwide. Beyond his operatic collaborations, Sullivan's compositions span a wide range of genres, including symphonies, concertos, choral works, hymns, and songs. His hymns, such as "Onward, Christian Soldiers," have become beloved standards in churches and concert halls alike. Sullivan's musical style, characterized by its lyrical melodies and inventive harmonies, reflects his deep understanding of both classical and popular music traditions. His contributions to music have left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape, and his works continue to captivate and inspire audiences today.
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