Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of André Messager's operetta masterpiece with "Messager: Véronique, Extracts." Released in 1962 under the BNF Collection label, this captivating album presents a selection of highlights from Messager's delightful operetta, "Véronique." Spanning just over 42 minutes, this recording offers a glimpse into the charm and wit of early 20th-century French operetta.
André Messager, a prolific composer and conductor, brings to life the whimsical story of Véronique through a series of lively and melodious extracts. The album features a talented cast of vocalists who breathe life into the characters of Hélène, Florestan, Agathe, and others, each bringing their unique charm to the stage. From the opening "Ouverture" to the final ensemble, the music is a delightful blend of humor, romance, and intrigue.
The tracks showcase Messager's skill in crafting memorable melodies and witty dialogues, making "Véronique" a beloved work in the operetta repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned operetta enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers an engaging and enjoyable listening experience. Dive into the world of Véronique and let the enchanting music of André Messager transport you to a bygone era of theatrical delight.
Tracks
Véronique, Act I: "Ouverture"André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen
Véronique, Act I: "Quelle fraîcheur délicieuse" (Chœur)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Chœur Jacques Metehen
Véronique, Act I: "Ah! La charmante promenade" (Hélène, Ermerance, Séraphin)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Suzanne Bauge, Georges Théry
Véronique, Act I: "Vrai Dieu! Mes bons amis" (Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act I: "Alors tout est fini?" (Hélène, Agathe, Ermerance, Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Rolande Riffaud, Suzanne Bauge, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act I: "Petite dinde!" (Hélène)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval
Véronique, Act I: Final (Florestan, Hélène, Coquenard, Agathe, Loustot, Ermerance, Chœur)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Marcel Merkès, Paulette Merval, Jacques Loreau, Rolande Riffaud, Georges Lacour, Suzanne Bauge, Chœur Jacques Metehen
Véronique, Act II: "De-ci de-là" (Hélène, Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act II: "Ah, méchante, vous voulez rire?" (Hélène, Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act II: "Une grisette mignonne" (Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act II: "Adieu, je pars" (Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act II: L'ingrate Véronique (Agathe, Coquenard, Florestan, Chœur)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Rolande Riffaud, Jacques Loreau, Marcel Merkès, Chœur Jacques Metehen
Véronique, Act III: "Voyons, ma tante" (Hélène)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval
Véronique, Act III: "Oh! Ah! Ciel!" (Hélène, Ermerance, Agathe, Coquenard)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Suzanne Bauge, Rolande Riffaud, Jacques Loreau
Véronique, Act III: "Ma foi, pour venir de province" (Agathe)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Rolande Riffaud
Véronique, Act III: "Eh bien, par ordre, procédons" (Hélène, Florestan)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Marcel Merkès
Véronique, Act III: "Par une faveur insigne" (Hélène, Florestan, Coquenard, Agathe, Loustot, Ermerance, Séraphin, Chœur)André Messager, Grand orchestre Jacques Metehen, Jacques Metehen, Paulette Merval, Marcel Merkès, Jacques Loreau, Rolande Riffaud, Georges Lacour, Suzanne Bauge, Georges Théry, Chœur Jacques Metehen
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