Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Franz Lehár's "La veuve joyeuse" with this captivating album, a selection of highlights from the operetta sung in French. Released in 1960 under the BNF Collection label, this 33-minute journey through Lehár's masterful composition offers a delightful blend of romance, wit, and charm. The album features a stellar cast bringing to life the timeless story of love and intrigue, with standout tracks like the lively "Cotillon, c'est l'heure du cotillon" and the tender "Duo du cavalier." Lehár's music, known for its lush melodies and vibrant rhythms, shines through in each selection, making this album a treasure for both opera enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. Whether you're a longtime fan of Lehár's work or new to the world of operetta, this album promises an engaging and enjoyable experience.
La veuve joyeuse, Act I: Entrée de Missia et ensemble. "De grâce, messieurs" (Missia Palmieri, D'Estillac, Lérida, Chœur)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Renee Doria, Maurice Faure, Andre Daumas, René Alix Choir, Rene Alix
La veuve joyeuse, Act I: Finale. "Cotillon, c'est l'heure du cotillon" (Missia Palmieri, Nadia, Prince Danilo, D'Estillac, Camille de Coutançon, Lérida, Chœur)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Renee Doria, Andrea Guiot, Lucien Huberty, Maurice Faure, Francois Gatto, Andre Daumas, René Alix Choir, Rene Alix
La veuve joyeuse, Act II: Chanson de Vilya. "Là-bas dans nos rudes vallées" (Missia Palmieri, Chœur)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Renee Doria, René Alix Choir, Rene Alix
La veuve joyeuse, Act II: Duo du cavalier. "Hélas ! Ma belle regarde" (Missia Palmieri, Prince Danilo)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Renee Doria, Lucien Huberty
La veuve joyeuse, Act II: Septuor-marche. "Je proclame que chaque femme" (Prince Danilo, Baron Popoff, Lérida, D'Estillac, Kromtsky, Bogdanowitch, Pristitch)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Lucien Huberty, Henri Bedex, Andre Daumas, Maurice Faure, Daniel Marty, Jacques Pottier, Gerard Bourreli
La veuve joyeuse, Act II: "Viens dans ce joli pavillon" (Nadia, Camille de Coutançon)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Andrea Guiot, Francois Gatto
La veuve joyeuse, Act II: Finale. "Nous nous épouserons selon la mode de Paris" (Prince Danilo, Missia Palmieri, Nadia, Camille de Coutançon, Baron Popoff, Kromtsky, Bogdanowitch, Pristitch, Figg, Chœur)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Lucien Huberty, Renee Doria, Andrea Guiot, Francois Gatto, René Alix Choir, Henri Bedex, Daniel Marty, Jacques Pottier, Gerard Bourreli, Rene Alix, Rene Herent
La veuve joyeuse, Act III: "Heure exquise qui nous grise" (Missia Palmieri, Prince Danilo)Franz Lehár, Marcel Cariven Orchestra, Marcel Cariven, Renee Doria, Lucien Huberty