Sergei Prokofiev's "The Love for Three Oranges" is a captivating classical opera that showcases the composer's unique neoclassical style and orchestral brilliance. Released on November 1, 2005, under the Chandos label, this album is a testament to Prokofiev's ability to blend humor, satire, and deep emotional resonance into a single, cohesive work.
The opera, lasting 1 hour and 39 minutes, is a whimsical tale filled with eccentric characters and unexpected twists. The story revolves around a prince's quest for three oranges, leading to a series of comedic and dramatic encounters. Prokofiev's score is rich and varied, featuring everything from lively, playful melodies to intense, dramatic passages. The Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra's performance of this opera at the Amsterdam Muziektheater in 2005 brings Prokofiev's music to life with vivid clarity and precision.
"The Love for Three Oranges" is not just an opera; it's a journey through a world of fantasy and intrigue. The album includes a suite of highlights from the opera, allowing listeners to experience the best of Prokofiev's compositional genius. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful and engaging listening experience. Prokofiev's mastery of orchestration and his ability to tell a story through music make "The Love for Three Oranges" a standout work in his impressive repertoire.
Tracks
The Love for Three Oranges, Prologue: What We Want is Genuine Tragedy! (Tragedians)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Tim DuFore
The Love for Three Oranges, Act I Scene 1: Oh, Poor Boy! Tell Me the Worst. What Are His Chances? (King)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Warwick Fyfe
The Love for Three Oranges, Act I Scene 1: Don't Worry… Don't Worry… (Pantaloon)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Richard Hickox, Warwick Fyfe, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act I Scene 1: Leandro, Please Lay on a Sort of Royal Variety Show (King)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Warwick Fyfe
The Love for Three Oranges, Act I Scene 2: It's Chelio! (Eccentrics)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Elizabeth Whitehouse, Jud Arthur, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox
The Love for Three Oranges, Act I Scene 2: The Best-Laid Plans of Mice and Men Can Meet Frustration (Leandro)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Deborah Humble, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes
The Love for Three Oranges, Act I Scene 2: Who's That? (Leandro)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Catherine Carby, Deborah Humble, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes
The Love for Three Oranges, Act II Scene 1: Howzat?! (Truffaldino)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act II Scene 1: Here They Come… Ain't It Grand? It's Beginning, So Hurry, Hurry! (Truffaldino)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act II Scene 2: For Your Delight, I Present First, This! (Truffaldino)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, John Mac Master, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act II Scene 2: Who Are You? What Do You Want Here? (Leandro)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Elizabeth Whitehouse, John Mac Master, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act II Scene 2: Who is This Woman? (Truffaldino)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Elizabeth Whitehouse, John Mac Master, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act II Scene 2: I Want an Apple, or a Banana… Perhaps a Cherry… (Prince)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, John Mac Master, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Warwick Fyfe, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 1: Farfarello! Farfarello! (Chelio)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Jud Arthur, Richard Alexander, Richard Hickox
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 1: Wind Has Died. We Must Be in Orange Country (Prince)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Jud Arthur, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 2: We're Here (Prince)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 2: Fee-fi-fo-fum! I Heard a Noise. Where's My Ladle? (Cook)Sergei Prokofiev, Arend Baumann, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 3: We've Lost Our Following Wind, No Wonder That We're Getting Nowhere! (Prince)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 3: Where Did the Girl Come From? (Truffaldino)Sergei Prokofiev, Ali McGregor, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, Wendy Dawn Thompson, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 3: We're Alone, at Last, My Marmalade, My Dessert, My True Love (Prince)Sergei Prokofiev, Ali McGregor, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, John Mac Master, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox
The Love for Three Oranges, Act III Scene 3: Smeraldina… With a Needle! Fata Morgana! (Eccentrics)Sergei Prokofiev, Ali McGregor, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Catherine Carby, Elizabeth Whitehouse, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes
The Love for Three Oranges, Act IV Scene 1: Ah! I'll Get You for This, I'll Get You for This, See if I Don't…! (Chelio)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Elizabeth Whitehouse, Jud Arthur, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox
The Love for Three Oranges, Act IV Scene 2: Are You Ready? (Leandro)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Graeme Macfarlane, Jud Arthur, Michael Black, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes
The Love for Three Oranges, Act IV Scene 2: Would You Be Ninetta? (Eccentric)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Deborah Humble, John Mac Master, Richard Hickox, Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Warwick Fyfe, William Ferguson
The Love for Three Oranges, Act IV Scene 2: Arrest Them! (Truffaldino, Pantaloon and Master of Ceremonies)Sergei Prokofiev, Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra, Bruce Martin, Elizabeth Whitehouse, Graeme Macfarlane, Opera Australia Chorus, Richard Hickox, Warwick Fyfe, William Ferguson
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