Concert Arts Symphony Orchestra - Six ballets d'opéras (LP)

Step into the world of classical ballet with the Concert Arts Symphony Orchestra's captivating album, "Six ballets d'opéras." Released in 1962 under the BNF Collection label, this 38-minute orchestral journey showcases six iconic ballet sequences from renowned operas. The album opens with the lively "Dance of the Hours" from Ponchielli's "La Gioconda," followed by Rossini's "William Tell" with its elegant "Pas de six." Verdi's "Aida" is represented twice, first with the enchanting "Dance of the Young Moorish Slaves" and then with the grand "Ballabile." Wagner's "Tannhäuser" contributes the sensual "Venusberg Bacchanale" in its Paris version, and the album concludes with Saint-Saëns' dramatic "Bacchanale" from "Samson and Delilah." Each piece is a testament to the orchestra's skill and the timeless appeal of these ballet sequences, making this album a delightful exploration of classical ballet music.