Griffelkin, Act I: Prologue. When the moon grows round and the dark grows double (Grandmother, Devils)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Marion Dry, David M. Cushing, Boston Children's Opera
Griffelkin, Act I: Prologue. You haven't swept up very snugly (Grandmother, Griffelkin, Devils)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Marion Dry, Kendra Colton, David M. Cushing, Boston Children's Opera
Griffelkin, Act I: Prologue. Hurry up now! Light the fire! (Grandmother, Devils)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Marion Dry, David M. Cushing, Boston Children's Opera
Griffelkin, Act I: Prologue. Dance - You have learned to bewitch (Grandmother)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Marion Dry
Griffelkin, Act I: Prologue. O Grandmother, you mean I can play in the world (Griffelkin, Grandmother, Devils)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Marion Dry, Kendra Colton, David M. Cushing, Boston Children's Opera
Griffelkin, Act I: Prologue. Entr'acteLukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project
Griffelkin, Act II: Head over heels now here I come! (Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton
Griffelkin, Act II: Bottle, we're off! (Griffelkin, Statue)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Elizabeth Keusch
Griffelkin, Act II: I'll try over there across the square (Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton
Griffelkin, Act II: Good morning. Good gracious, you look like the devil (Letterbox, Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Yeghishe Manucharyan
Griffelkin, Act II: I've made a mistake (Griffelkin, Boy, Children)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Emily Browder, Boston Children's Opera
Griffelkin, Act II: Why, why can't you leave us (Lions, Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Drew Poling, David M. Cushing
Griffelkin, Act II: Did you turn them back into stone? (Girl, Griffelkin, Mother)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Janna Baty
Griffelkin, Act II: Where have you been? (Mother, Girl, Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Janna Baty
Griffelkin, Act II: Have I been dreaming? (Mother, Shopkeeper, Policeman)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Janna Baty, Aaron Engebreth, Lynn Torgove
Griffelkin, Act II: Now you can see, I'm a master of magic (Griffelkin, Girl, Shopkeeper, Toys)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Lynn Torgove, Boston Children's Opera, Back Bay Chorale
Griffelkin, Act II: Come dance, come dance, round and round (Griffelkin, Girl)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama
Griffelkin, Act II: Toys! Fiddlers, drummers! (Griffelkin, Girl, Toys)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Boston Children's Opera, Back Bay Chorale
Griffelkin, Act II: Oh no! Oh no! Who would believe it! (Housewives, Griffelkin, Policeman, Letterbox, Lions, Statue, Toys)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Anne Harley, Anne Carolyn Bird, Glorivy Arroyo, Drew Poling, David M. Cushing
Griffelkin, Act III: Disaster, calamity, dreadful, insane (Housewives, Policeman, Shopkeeper, Letterbox, Statue, Toys, Lions)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Anne Harley, Anne Carolyn Bird, Glorivy Arroyo, Drew Poling, David M. Cushing, Aaron Engebreth
Griffelkin, Act III: Almost empty, only a drop (Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton
Griffelkin, Act III: Mother, your lips are silent (Boy, Girl, Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Emily Browder
Griffelkin, Act III: Here I am! (Griffelkin, Girl)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama
Griffelkin, Act III: Tell me please, tell me only. what is death? (Griffelkin, Girl, Boy)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Emily Browder
Griffelkin, Act III: I'll bring her back with a sprinkle of magic (Griffelkin, Mother, Boy, Girl)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Emily Browder, Janna Baty
Griffelkin, Act III: Good! Good! Good! Good! (Grandmother, Griffelkin, Oldest Devil, Devils)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Marion Dry, David M. Cushing, Boston Children's Opera
Griffelkin, Act III: O, dark winds will haunt me (Griffelkin)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton
Griffelkin, Act III: Why Griffelkin, good morning! (Girl, Boy, Griffelkin, Policeman, Housewives, Shopkeeper, Mother)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Kendra Colton, Misa Ann Iwama, Emily Browder, Janna Baty, Anne Harley, Anne Carolyn Bird
Griffelkin, Act III: What a strange, round world (Children, Grownups)Lukas Foss, Gil Rose, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Boston Children's Opera, Back Bay Chorale
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Album Description
2003 Chandos Records2003 Chandos Records
Dive into the enchanting and avant-garde world of Lukas Foss with his captivating composition "Griffelkin." Released on April 1, 2003, under the prestigious Chandos label, this album is a testament to Foss's innovative spirit and his ability to blend storytelling with avant-garde musical techniques. Spanning an impressive 1 hour and 42 minutes, "Griffelkin" is a three-act opera that weaves a tale of magic, mystery, and self-discovery through its intricate and engaging narrative.
The album features a rich tapestry of characters, each brought to life through Foss's distinctive musical language. From the whimsical Griffelkin to the enigmatic Grandmother and the mischievous Devils, the story unfolds in a series of vivid and dramatic scenes. The opera's libretto, filled with poetic and evocative language, adds depth and dimension to the musical journey.
Foss's compositional style is marked by its eclecticism and experimentalism, drawing from a wide range of influences and techniques. In "Griffelkin," he employs a variety of musical forms and structures, creating a dynamic and engaging soundscape that keeps the listener on the edge of their seat. The use of unconventional instruments and extended techniques adds to the album's avant-garde appeal, making it a standout piece in the contemporary classical repertoire.
"Griffelkin" is not just an opera; it's a complete theatrical experience that combines music, drama, and storytelling in a unique and compelling way. Whether you're a fan of avant-garde music or simply looking for a captivating and immersive listening experience, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression. Lukas Foss's "Griffelkin" is a masterpiece that showcases the power of music to tell stories and evoke emotions, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of art and music.
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