Adolphe Adam Ballet Music From Giselle
Publication date 1950
BOYAL OPERA ORCHESTRA, COVENT GARDEN
Hebert Irving, CONDUCTOR
1. Overture; Entrance Of The Prince And Giselle; Valse; Danse Generale; Mad Scene
2. The Wilis; Meeting Of The Prince And Giselle; Pas De Deux; Final Scene
Adolphe Adam's Ballet Music from Giselle is a well-known and beloved piece of classical music that has captivated audiences for over a century. Originally composed in 1841 as a ballet score, the music has since taken on a life of its own as a standalone suite that is performed in concert halls around the world.
Giselle, the ballet for which Adam composed the music, tells the story of a young peasant girl who falls in love with a nobleman, only to discover that he is engaged to another. The story is one of love, deception, and supernatural forces, and Adam's music is a key part of its emotional impact. By drawing on elements of Romanticism, classical ballet, and folk music, Adam created a score that captures the drama and magic of the story.
The ballet premiered in Paris in 1841, and Adam's music was an immediate success. The composer's innovative use of melody, harmony, and orchestration helped to establish a new style of ballet music that would influence generations of composers to come. In particular, Adam's use of the celesta, a relatively new instrument at the time, in the ballet's famous "Waltz of the Snowflakes" has become one of the most recognizable moments in all of classical music.
Since its premiere, Ballet Music from Giselle has been arranged and adapted for a variety of different contexts. The suite version that is most commonly performed today includes eight movements that showcase the ballet's most famous moments, such as the aforementioned "Waltz of the Snowflakes" and the haunting "Grand Pas de deux". This suite has become an essential part of the classical music canon, and is often performed by orchestras as a standalone concert piece.
Despite its enduring popularity, Ballet Music from Giselle remains a unique and exciting musical experience. Adam's ability to blend different musical styles and create a powerful emotional narrative through his music is a testament to his genius as a composer. Whether experienced as part of the ballet or on its own, this iconic piece of music will continue to captivate audiences for generations to come.
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