Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Henri Rabaud's "Mârouf, savetier du Caire," a captivating opera that beautifully blends French and Middle Eastern musical influences. Released on January 1, 2017, under the Malibran label, this album presents a 1951 recording of Rabaud's final opera, a tale of love, adventure, and cultural exchange set in Cairo.
The opera, lasting 2 hours and 20 minutes, is a rich tapestry of melodies and harmonies that transport you to the bustling streets and vibrant markets of Cairo. Rabaud's masterful composition is brought to life by a talented cast, each bringing depth and nuance to their roles. The album features a full recording of the opera, from the initial announcement to the final resolution, allowing you to experience the complete narrative arc.
"Mârouf, savetier du Caire" is not just a story of a humble cobbler's journey, but also a celebration of cultural diversity and the universal language of music. Rabaud's unique fusion of French operatic tradition with Middle Eastern musical elements creates a sound that is both familiar and exotic. The album is a testament to Rabaud's compositional skill and his ability to craft a compelling narrative through music.
This album is a must for any fan of opera, world music, or those simply looking to explore something new and captivating. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a curious newcomer, "Mârouf, savetier du Caire" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Mârouf, savetier du Caire: Annonce - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act I: Il est des musulmans dans la ville du Caire (Mârouf) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act I: Maudit soit le lapidé (Fattoumah, Mârouf) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Genevieve Moizan, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act I: Sur toi le salam (Le pâtissier, Mârouf) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Charles Clavensy, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act I: Ô mon épouse, apporte à ce gateau (Mârouf, Fattoumah) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, Genevieve Moizan
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act I: Ô Mârouf, le mal marié (Les voisins, Mârouf, La pâtissier, Fattoumah) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Genevieve Moizan, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act I: Ô Mârouf, ô pauvre (Mârouf, Le chef des marins) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, Genio
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act II: — (Récitant) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act II: Le salam sur toi (Les marchands, Ali, Femmes) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Louis Rialland, Charles Clavensy, Bernard Demigny, Louis Fourestier Chorus
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act II: Ô mon maître (Ali, Les marchands, Mârouf) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Bernard Demigny, Louis Rialland, Charles Clavensy, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act II: A travers le désert (Mârouf, Le Vizir, Le Sultan) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, André Vessieres, Pierre Froumenty
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: — (Récitant) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: Préviens ke Cheikh al Islam (Le Sultan, Le Vizir, Mârouf) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Pierre Froumenty, André Vessieres, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: Que notre maître le roi (Mârouf, Le Sultan, Le Vizir) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, André Vessieres, Pierre Froumenty
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: — (Récitant) - Version 1951Henri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: Ô Mârouf! Ô Marchand si riche! (Le Sultan) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Pierre Froumenty
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: Ô Mârouf! As-tu fui ta première épouse (Mârouf, La Princesse) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, Geori Boue
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act III: Pourquoi ces mots inattendus? (La Princesse) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Geori Boue
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act IV: — (Récitant) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act IV: Chien! Maudits soient (Le Sultan, Le Vizir, La Princesse) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Pierre Froumenty, André Vessieres, Geori Boue
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act IV: Viens, ô mon épouse chérie (Mârouf, La Princesse) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, Geori Boue
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act IV: Mârouf, il n'est pas de richesse (La Princesse, Mârouf, Chœur) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Geori Boue, Roger Bourdin, Louis Fourestier Chorus
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: — (Récitant) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: Ô ma calamité! (La Princesse, Mârouf, Le Fellah) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Geori Boue, Roger Bourdin, Louis Rialland
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: Un escalier! (Mârouf, La Princesse, Le Fellah) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Roger Bourdin, Geori Boue, Louis Rialland
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: Homme de peu de jugement (Le Fellah, La Princesse, Mârouf, Le Vizir, Ali, Sultant) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Louis Rialland, Geori Boue, Roger Bourdin, Bernard Demigny
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: Écoute… Des chevaux (La Princesse, Mârouf, Le Vizir, Le Sultan, Ali) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Geori Boue, Roger Bourdin, André Vessieres, Pierre Froumenty, Bernard Demigny
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: Nos destins sont écrits sur le livre d'Allah (Ali, Le Vizir, La Princesse, Le Sultan, Mârouf) - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier, Bernard Demigny, André Vessieres, Geori Boue, Pierre Froumenty, Roger Bourdin
Mârouf, savetier du Caire, Act V: Désannonce - 1951 VersionHenri Rabaud, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Eugène Onéguine, Op. 24, Act I, Scene 2: Letter Aria. Qu'importe le destin - 1951 VersionPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Le Freischütz, Op. 77, J. 277, Act II, Scene 2: Hélas sans le revoir (Récitative) - 1951 VersionCarl Maria von Weber, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Mignon, Act II: Fire Arie. Elle là, près de lui! - 1951 VersionAmbroise Thomas, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Le Cid, Act III: De cet affreux combat (Récitative) - 1951 VersionJules Massenet, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame: O liberté ma mi - 1951 VersionJules Massenet, Louis Fourestier Orchestra, Louis Fourestier
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