Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 18th-century French opera with André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry's "L'épreuve villageoise," a captivating musical journey released on Naxos in 2016. This delightful album, spanning 53 minutes, offers a charming and witty exploration of rural life and love, as told through Grétry's melodious compositions. The opera, divided into two acts, is brought to life by a talented cast of singers who navigate the intricate plot filled with jealousy, deception, and ultimately, reconciliation. From the lively overture to the graceful ballet and contredanse, each track showcases Grétry's mastery of blending French folk traditions with classical opera. The album is a wonderful introduction to Grétry's work, highlighting his significant contributions to the development of French comic opera. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "L'épreuve villageoise" promises an engaging and enjoyable listening experience.
2016 Naxos2016 Naxos
Tracks
L'épreuve villageoise, Act I: Act I: OuvertureAndré-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act I: Act I Scene 1: Couplet I: J' n'avions pas encore quatorze ans - Couplet II: Vous n'savez pas qu'il est jaloux (Denise)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Sophie Junker, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act I: Act I Scene 2: Duo: Bonjour Monsieur (Madame Hubert, La France)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Talise Trevigne, Thomas Dolie, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act I: Act I Scene 3: Duo: J'ai fait un bouquet (André, Denise)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Francisco Fernández-Rueda, Sophie Junker, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act I: Act I Scene 4: Ariette: J' commence à voir que dans la vie (Denise)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Sophie Junker, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act I: Act I Scene 6: Finale: André, tu me l'payras j'en jure - Scene 7: Eh bien Denise, mon billet? - Scene 8: Ah venez ma mère et soyez juge (Denise, André, La France, Madame Hubert, Chorus)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Sophie Junker, Francisco Fernández-Rueda, Thomas Dolie, Talise Trevigne, Opera Lafayette Chorus, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act I: Entr'acteAndré-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 1: Couplet I: Bon Dieu com 'à c'te fête - Couplet II: Queu danseux que c'monsieur d'la France - Couplet III: J'peux choisir au moins parmi douze (Denise)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Sophie Junker, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 3: Ariette: Adieu, Marton, adieu, Lisette (La France, Denise)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Thomas Dolie, Sophie Junker, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 4: Trio: Je vous revois (La France, Denise, André)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Thomas Dolie, Sophie Junker, Francisco Fernández-Rueda, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 5: Duo: Viens mon André (Denise, André)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Sophie Junker, Francisco Fernández-Rueda, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 6: Finale: Allons tous rendre hommage (La France, Chorus, Denise, André, Madame Hubert)André-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Thomas Dolie, Sophie Junker, Francisco Fernández-Rueda, Talise Trevigne, Opera Lafayette Chorus, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 6: Ballet: AllegrettoAndré-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 6: BalletAndré-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
L'épreuve villageoise, Act II: Act II Scene 6: ContredanseAndré-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Opera Lafayette Orchestra, Ryan Brown
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