Description

Adolphe Charles Adam: Giselle - Bolshoi Theater Orchestra, Conductor: Algis Žuraitis = Адольф Шарль Адан: Жизель - Оркестр Большого Театра СССР, Дирижер: Альгис Жюрайтис / Мелодия 2x LP, Stereo

CM 03231-34

Product Features

Label: Мелодия
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Stereo
Country: USSR
Released: 1980
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Overview

"Giselle" is a 2x LP release of Adolphe Charles Adam's ballet, performed by the Bolshoi Theater Orchestra under the direction of Algis Žuraitis. This recording showcases the talents of the orchestra and highlights the beauty and drama of Adam's music.

Interesting Facts

Giselle is a ballet in two acts, originally choreographed by Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot, with music by Adolphe Adam.
The ballet is based on a poem by Heinrich Heine and is considered one of the most famous and beloved ballets of all time.
This recording is part of the Мелодия label, highlighting the finest performances in classical music.

Track Listing

Act I:
- Side A:
  1. Overture
  2. Albert's Entrance (No. 2)
  3. Giselle's Entrance (No. 3)
  4. Pas De Deux Of Giselle And Albert (From No. 3)
- Side B:
  1. Albert's Father Returns From The Chase And Scene (No. 5-bis)
  2. Giselle's Variation (No. 7-bis)
  3. Pas de Deux And Dance Of Giselle's Girl-friends (From No. 7)
  4. Giselle Goes Out Of Her Mind (Finale Of Act I) (No. 8-bis)
Act II:
- Side C:
  1. Mirta'a Entrance And Scene (No. 10)
  2. Giselle's Entrance And Scene (No. 11)
  3. Albert's Entrance And Scene (No. 13)
- Side D:
  1. Willi's Dances (No. 14)
  2. Pas de Deux Of Giselle And Albert
  3. Finale (No. 16)