Gilbert & Sullivan The Mikado - Iolanthe Highlights - Arthur Sullivan

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Gilbert and Sullivan's iconic operas come alive in this captivating album, 'Gilbert & Sullivan The Mikado - Iolanthe Highlights', released on 1 January 1993 by Warner Classics. Conducted by Peter Murray, the Gilbert and Sullivan Festival Orchestra & Chorus deliver a masterful performance of the beloved comic operas.

This opera album is a showcase for the respective geniuses of Sir W.S. Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan, featuring highlights from 'The Mikado' and 'Iolanthe'. 'The Mikado', a comic opera in two acts, is a masterpiece of collaboration, with Sullivan's music perfectly complementing Gilbert's witty libretto. The opera is a satirical tale set in the fictional town of Titipu, with a unique blend of Japanese-inspired setting and English satire.

The album takes the listener on a journey through the world of Gilbert and Sullivan, with a range of memorable characters, catchy melodies, and humorous storylines. From the opening overture to the final finale, the orchestra and chorus bring the operas to life with their energetic and engaging performances.

With a duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, this album is a must-have for fans of Gilbert and Sullivan, and opera enthusiasts alike. The 'Gilbert & Sullivan The Mikado - Iolanthe Highlights' album is a testament to the enduring legacy of these two musical giants, and their ability to craft operas that are both entertaining and thought-provoking. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the delightful music of Gilbert and Sullivan, performed by the talented Gilbert and Sullivan Festival Orchestra & Chorus.

1 jan 1993

About Arthur Sullivan

Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan, born in Lambeth in 1842, was a prodigious English composer whose musical genius was evident from a young age. By eight, he could play all the wind instruments in his father's band, and his first anthem was already composed. Sullivan's career spanned a wide range of genres, but he is most celebrated for his collaborations with the dramatist W.S. Gilbert. Together, they created fourteen iconic comic operas, including the beloved "H.M.S. Pinafore," "The Pirates of Penzance," and "The Mikado," which remain staples of the operatic repertoire.

Beyond his famous partnership with Gilbert, Sullivan's compositions include 24 operas, 11 major orchestral works, choral pieces, ballets, and numerous hymns and songs. His choral work "The Golden Legend" was once second only to Handel's "Messiah" in popularity. Sullivan's personal life was marked by a notable liaison with American socialite Mary Frances Ronalds, with whom he maintained a discreet but close relationship. Despite his prolific output and renown during his lifetime, Sullivan's serious works are less frequently performed today, overshadowed by the enduring popularity of his comic operas with Gilbert. His legacy endures as one of the most prolific and influential composers of the Victorian era.

Gilbert & Sullivan The Mikado - Iolanthe Highlights

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Gilbert & Sullivan The Mikado - Iolanthe Highlights

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