Arranger John Lanchbery and his Covent Garden Orchestra lend this collection of pre-reveolutionary folk music the bustle and joy of life itself. Glorious melodies which win one over immediately, boisterous dances and beautiful tonal painting in the solo episodes are presented with the utmost freshness and richness. And there's the added bonus of a musical guide to the instruments. Whether high flutes, organ-like trombones, blustering tuba or heavenly strings, this arrangement has been seasoned with a touch of British humor and offers all that the heart desires.
Musicians:
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
John Lanchbery, conductor
Selections:
Ferdinand Herold (1791-1833)
La Fille Mal Gardee (The Wayward Daughter)
Arranged by John Lanchbery
1. Introduction
Dance of the Cock and Hens
Lise and the Ribbon
2.Thomas and Alain
3. Picnic
Flute Dance
Quarrel
The Fanny Ellsler Pas-de-Deux
(a) Introduction
(b) Girl's Solo
(c) Adage
(d) Man's Solo
(e) Coda
4. Simone
Clog Dance
Maypole Dance
Storm and Finale (Act I)
5. Spinning
Tambourine Dance (aria con variazioni)
Harvesters
6. Thomas, Alain and the Notaries
7. Pas-de-Deux
Finale