J. P. Rameau - Les Paladins - Entre-acte

Jean Philippe Rameau (1683 - 1764)
Les Paladins (Comédie-ballet in 3 acts, 1760), libretto by Duplat de Monticourt after a fable by La Fontaine - Entre-acte -
Les Arts Florissants, William Christie.
- Théâtre du Châtelet 2004 -

Inspired by a fable by La Fontaine, Rameau produced perhaps his most brilliant music for his penultimate great work, blending reality and the surreal on several levels. This passionate new production by José Montalvo, stunningly choreographed by Montalvo and Dominique Hervieu, sets new standards in entertainment, charm and ingenuity. The sharp and spectacular multimedia staging does full justice to Rameaus dazzling burlesque, confirming Olivier Rouvières statement that Les Paladins is the last laugh of a witty 77-year old composer. Recorded live in 2004 at the Paris Théâtre du Châtelet in true surround sound, both the virtuoso cast and Les Arts Florissants are in top form, clearly enjoying themselves in the masterful hands of William Christie.
- Opus Arte -

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[ClassicsHouse]

Is this on dvd?

[Harmonieuniverselle]

Yes, you can find it in amazon, from Opus Arte.

[kolobite]

With regard to the video chosen for an 18th century opera set in the Age of Chivalry, I can only say, "A chacun son gout."

[otacs2]

Haha, I love it! It's just as futuristic as this play was in Rameau his time!

[stickom]

This question may sound brutal for opera fanatics but I thought that 18th century orchestras were about one or two instrument per section, but I am probably wrong?! (well, yes I am wrong, this was perhaps sponsored by the Royalty at the Louvre, paying in emeralds and sapphires, so please just ignore my coment).

[jmtappenden]

Bouncy - cloud magic! Ha! Ha!