Le Roi Arthus
Complete performance
Saturday 28 May 2005 18:30-21:45 (Radio 3)
The French composer Ernest Chausson (1855-1899) was fascinated both by Arthurian legend and the operas of Wagner. His only opera, set in 6th century England, brings to life the tragic tale of King Arthur, Queen Guinevere, Lancelot, Merlin, and the Knights of the Round Table - with its themes of illicit love, chivalry and magic.
The superb cast and orchestra are conducted in this new studio recording by Leon Botstein. Presented by Stephanie Hughes with Roger Nichols.
Duration:
3 hours 15 minutes
Playlist:
Chausson: Le Roi Arthus
Genievre ...... Susan Bullock (soprano)
Arthus ...... Andrew Schroeder (baritone)
Lancelot ...... Simon O'Neill (tenor)
Merlin ...... Francois Le Roux (baritone)
Mordred ...... Daniel Okulitch (baritone)
Lyonnel ...... Garrett Sorenson (tenor)
Allan ...... Sir Donald McIntyre (bass-baritone)
Apollo Voices
BBC Symphony Orchestra
Leon Botstein (conductor)
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