Melchtal is happy to oblige. Guilliaume Tell, also known as William Tell, by Gioachino Rossini, premiered on August 3, 1829, at the Salle Le Peletier in Paris, France. As the clouds part and the bright sun shines on the picturesque scene, the ranz des vaches bellows from the surrounding hills again. Jemmy sets their house on fire to give the signal for the revolt to the inhabitants of all the neighbouring areas, whilst Hedwige implores God to save her husband’s life. Misc. Gesler, unhappy with the celebration, orders his men to put together a group of dancers and singers. When the boat is disappearing into the distance the soldiers rush in, headed by Rodolphe, who tries in vain to discover who it is that has helped Leuthold. Guillaume Tell: freedom for all Rossini was only 31 when he set foot in Paris. He explains his reason for not marrying. Melcthal, who orders the people not to give away the name of Leuthold’s rescuer, is arrested and dragged away. The rebels make it to shore and William tells them of Gesler's death. During this ceremony William and his son Jemmy are brought before Gesler by the soldiers because both of them have refused to offer homage to the symbol. After they embark, Gesler's soldiers arrive seeking Leuthold. Guillaume Tell, opéra in four acts, libretto by Étienne de Jouy and Hippolyte-Louis-Florent Bis, was given its first performance at the Théâtre de l’Académie Royale de Musique on the 3 August 1829. It was with his first shot, too. Pierre Audi’s new production of Guillaume Tell marked the first appearance of Rossini’s final operatic masterpiece on the Met stage for nearly 85 years. Mathilde rushes to his side, proclaiming her love for him. Meanwhile, within Altdorf's market, Gesler and his men celebrate the 100th anniversary of Austria's rule over Switzerland. Jeremy and the villagers rejoice, which makes Gesler furious. Rossini’s final, great, operatic masterpiece is a story of liberation, the oppressed Swiss attaining their ideal of … The 1992 critical edition made a complete Guillaume Tell, even an ur-Tell possible, but still not many companies have performed the work without substantial cuts. Selections Summary Orchestra Contributor Names Rossini, Gioacchino -- Composer Victor Concert Orchestra -- Musical Group Roberts, Charles J. 76 tracks (231:12). Arnold resolves himself to join William Tell and the rebellion and plans to confront the governor immediately. Early retirement: 1830–1855. Whilst everyone acclaims Tell, Arnold comes on to announce that Altorf has been liberated. However, after a strong scolding, they finally start to make their way to William Tell. For the most part, Michieletto does, too. “Guillaume Tell” by Gioachino Rossini libretto (French English) Personnages Guillaume Tell (Baryton) Hedwige, son épouse (Mezzo-soprano) Jemmy, leur fils (Soprano) Gessler, gouverneur des cantons de Schwitz et d'Uri (Basse) Mathilde, sœur de Gessler (Soprano) Trembling out of fear, Leuthold is fleeing for his life. The next day, Arnold meets with Mathilde in an abandoned chapel in Altdorf. Listen Gioacchino Rossini - Guillaume Tell (William Tell): Overture 11min 35sec; Welcome to the Daily Download, a handpicked, free, downloadable piece of classical music available every weekday. He instructs William Tell to shoot an apple placed on his son's head. Arnold greets them and shows them the large cache of weapons his father and William Tell gathered. The following year Rossini wrote his long-awaited French grand opera, Guillaume Tell, based on Friedrich Schiller's 1804 play which drew on the William Tell legend. As their passion against the Austrians stirs, they are joined by rebels from neighboring cantons. Angry that they were spying on him, Arnold abandons the rebellion and decides to fight for the Austrians. The poor quality of the original libretto by "Jouy" led to the revision by Bis, but even after that there had to be cuts. LiveAbout uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. As they make their way to William Tell's home, Arnold is distraught by his father's rebuke. On one side we see William Tell, in pensive mood, with his wife Hedwige and his young son Jemmy. The story is taken from Friedrich Schiller’s Wilhelm Tell (1804). The Swiss curse the tyrant Gesler. Then he goes off, unobserved. ROSSINI: Guillaume Tell. La première à Londres eut lieu à Drury Lane en 1830 (en anglais). —Fred Cohn Rossini’s “Guillaume Tell” (1829), together with Auber’s “Muette de Portici” (1828) and Meyerbeer’s “Robert le diable” (1831), formed the prototype of this new type of magnificent opera based on historicising themes, which combined the artistic genres of … The hustle and bustle of the village comes to a halt when the ranz des vaches, a melody played on horns by Swiss alpine herdsmen, is heard bellowing from the hills, signaling the arrival of Melchtal, an elder of the canton. Overcome by the nervous stress of the trial, William falls to the ground, almost fainting, and another arrow falls out of the folds of his jacket: when Gesler demands an explanation William confesses that if he had missed his aim in the test, he would have fired this second arrow at Gesler. The autograph scores are in Paris, at the Conservatoire and at the Opéra. Rodolphe steps in and instantly recognizes him as Leuthold's abettor. He embraces his wife and son and then takes up his crossbow to aim a deadly arrow at Gesler: the tyrant falls dead into the raging waters. William Tell orders Jeremy to stay completely still. In the distance Arnold hears the sound of Gesler’s hunting horns, but whilst he is trying to slip away in the hopes of meeting his beloved princess, he meets William Tell, who urges him to join the rebels intent upon freeing their country from the foreign yoke. Guilliaume Tell, also known as William Tell, by Gioachino Rossini, premiered on August 3, 1829, at the Salle Le Peletier in Paris, ​France. © 2020 Rossini Opera Festival – P.I 01291120416 – Rea Pesaro n° 127115/1996. Hoping to meet with Gelser, Hedwige is resolved to beg for her husband's life. As the men take up arms, Arnold determination increases greatly and the men set out to free William Tell and the town of Altdorf from Austrian rule. Awaiting the moment of vengeance, Arnold has come to his father’s house. Guillaume Tell, Act I: Goire, Honneur au fils de Tell (Live) By Gioacchino Rossini Fabio Luisi , Dawn Kotoski , Mihaela Ungureanu , Chorus of the Vienna State Opera , Orchestra of the Vienna State Opera At this time in Paris, Rossini also composed his last three operas: Il viaggio a Reims (1825), Le Comte Ory (1828) and Guillaume Tell (1829). His passion for vengeance is re-ignited, and moments later, a large group of rebels meets outside of the house. William and Walter question Arnold, asking him how he can love the Austrian woman. Her eyes did not deceive her. The four-act opera takes place in 13th century Switzerland near Lake Lucerne. Just then, Arnold and his men arrive celebrating their victory over Altdorf's Austrian rulers. Whilst every bystander holds his breath, Tell embraces his child, telling him to stand quite still, and then he passes the test triumphantly to the great joy of the people. Although Rossini composed works in other genres after 1829, Guglielmo Tell was his last opera. Arnold enters the clearing and the two embrace. Hotly pursued by the Governor’s soldiers, Leuthold is forced to cross the dangerous river to save himself. William Tell steps in front of Arnold and tries to persuade him into joining a rebellion against the Austrian rulers. William Tell's wife, Hedwige, and his son, Jeremy, listen to the fisherman's song and comment on its meaning. As Jeremy is let go to Mathilde, Gesler announces his intentions for William Tell. Out of the Blue… Silence Meanwhile, Rossini had been appointed as the King’s first composer and inspector general of song for all of France, roles he would cover until the July Revolution of 1830. He pays a visit to his father's house, where he laments his death. The scene changes back to the Lake of the Four Cantons, over which thick storm clouds are gathering. Rodolphe takes notice of Jeremy's devotion to his father. Tell does not know anything about Arnold’s secret love affair and so cannot understand why the young man is so perturbed and why he has enrolled in the Austrian army; he tries to persuade him to be faithful to the Swiss ideals of patriotism and freedom. Dans son dernier opéra Rossini prend tous les risques pour s’adapter aux nouveaux goûts du public : Guillaume Tell, grande fresque historique inspirée de la tragédie de Schiller, rompt avec l’univers du bel canto et inaugure le genre du « grand opéra à la française » qui va s’épanouir avec Meyerbeer. (il tombe dans le lac) LES GARDES (fuyant) C'est la flèche de Tell! Notes Bishop's adaptation of the opera, under the title "Hofer, the Tell of the Tyrol" Plate Numbers (in order of appearance) 9461, 6007-6010, 7734, 7935, 6011-6013, 5761, 6014, 6016, 6015, 6017-6019, 9905, 6020-6022, 6018. Now that he is of marrying age, he tells his father he will not participate in the activities of the festival. In an old, ruined chapel Arnold tells Mathilde that he wants to avenge his father. He fell in love with her after saving her life in an avalanche, but it is a hopeless passion because of the difference of rank that divides them. Mathilde encourages him to go away, win glory and fame, and come back victoriously to marry her. Overture (Rossini, Gioacchino), Guillaume Tell. However, Mathilde stays behind thinking she has seen Arnold. "Ah, maestro," exclaimed an enthusiastic admirer of Rossini to that master, "I heard your ‘William Tell’ at the Opera last night!" This site uses cookies to provide the best browsing experience possible. She tells him that she renounces Austria and will join him in their fight for liberty. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at Last.fm. Gesler has even placed his hat at the top of a pole, and his men force the Swiss townsfolk to pay homage to it every time they pass by. Arnold, Melchtal's son, seems uncomfortable. Leuthold has killed one of Governor Gesler's men because he was forcing himself upon Leuthold's daughter. Ouverture. The four-act opera takes place in 13th century ​​Switzerland near Lake Lucerne. Gesler is going to take him across to the other side of Lake Lucerne, where he will be executed by being fed to the reptiles who inhabit the lake. The storm dies away, and the heavens resound to songs of victory and freedom. The music is propellingly heroic and romantic in turns, and as always, Rossini shines in ensembles, only that in this one, the solo arias are fully gripping as well. Should he refuse, both he and his son will be sentenced to death. After he hands the weapon to his father, Gesler and his men make it to shore. As the day passes, Tell's wife, Hedwige, paces up and down the lake's shore where the villagers have assembled. However, William Tell, happy to have converted Arnold to his cause, convinces him to wait until after the celebrations and festivities. Guillaume Tell est un opéra en quatre actes de Gioachino Rossini, sur un livret d'Étienne de Jouy et Hippolyte Bis1, aidés d'Armand Marrast et d'Adolphe Crémieux, d'après la pièce de Friedrich von Schiller2. As the townsfolk look upon the scene in horror, William Tell calmly draws back his arrow and shoots it directly into the apple. Although he loves her, he realizes that this new political situation threatens to separate them for ever. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Download newsletter to get a bonus download of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture — and so you never miss a free classical track! Moïse et Pharaon, ou Le passage de la Mer Rouge, Matilde di Shabran, ossia Bellezza e Cuor di ferro, La Cenerentola, ossia La Bontà in trionfo. Because he and his father are supposed to greet the governor, Arnold starts heading for the door. Whilst he prepares to go and bless them, the wise old shepherd Melcthal urges his son, Arnold, to think seriously about getting married himself soon. The story opens in a village in the Swiss Canton of Uri: just a few rustic chalets among the mountains, near a rushing river. Princess Mathilde knows that Arnold is following her; she loves him, too. At nightfall, whilst Gesler’s hunting horn resounds through a deep valley on the Lake of the Four Cantons, huntsmen and shepherds are returning home. He could already look back on an illustrious career spanning 12 years and over 30 operas. A group of women try to restrain Tell’s wife, who wants to join her husband and son to die with them. Walter tells Arnold that the Austrians executed his father, Melchtal, and Arnold, again, swears vengeance against the Austrian governor. Jeremy defiantly stays next to his father's side despite William Tell's insistence. Since returning home, Arnold possesses great contempt with the Austrian military. Afterward, the villagers and couples sing and dance, giving way to an archery contest. Guillaume Tell Synopsis William Tell ACT I Switzerland, 1307. Antonino Fogliani conducts the Virtuosi Brunensis. In that instant, William Tell shoots an arrow directly into Gesler's heart, killing him instantly. The forces onstage and in the pit diligently render Guillaume Tell’s special nature. 4 CDs. Arnold reacts angrily to this. Jeremy and Mathilda arrive, and after reuniting with her son, she asks for Mathilde's help. In despair, Mathilde begs him to save himself by running away, but Arnold is firm in his decision to defend his native land. Both lovers say their farewells and depart the chapel knowing their relationship will never work. The fisherman refuses to ferry him across, and it is William Tell who offers to row him to the opposite bank. But now Jemmy comes on, safe and sound, accompanied by Mathilde. If ever there was a case for armchair opera it's Rossini's Guglielmo Tell. The celebrations continue, the dancing begins and Jemmy, Tell’s young son, wins the crossbow shooting competition. Guillaume Tell leads the Swiss resistance against the Austrian overlords, led by Gessler. Everyone is ordered to bow in token of humble submission to Gesler’s hat, which has been set up as a military trophy in the village square. 1, Choeur, "Quel jour serein le ciel présage !" Tell is a choral opera every bit as much as Boris Godunov; under the direction of Renato Balsadonna, the Covent Garden chorus’s work is full-throated but precise. The Swiss citizens hold just as contempt for the Austrian ruler as Arnold does. GUILLAUME (à sa femme et à son fils) Retirez-vous; que la Suisse respire! If you continue to browse the site, you authorize us to use cookies on your device. The Austrian governor, Gesler, as arrived along with his court. Jeremy tells his mother that William was sentenced to death and that Gesler and his men are taking him across the lake. 2010. The villagers join in the chorus and sing a song of love, marriage, and work. The overture is in four parts, each following without pause. The moment it gets to shore, William Tell quickly jumps off of it pushes the boat back out to the water. (Chorus) and more). Warning for those prone to seizures: Bright flashing lights at 11:00!Gioacchino Rossini: William Tell Overture (1829)London Philharmonic, Alfred Scholz GESLER (frappé au haut du rocher) J'expire! Il fut créé le 3 août 1829 à l'Opéra de Paris1. William Tell is taken to the place of execution, but the storm overtakes the boat in which he is being transported and he manages to jump out onto a rock near the shore, pushing off the boat again with Gesler and his guards still on board. Opéra en quatre actes Livret de Étienne de Jouy et Hippolyte-Louis-Florent Bis Personnages: GUILLAUME TELL, (basse) ARNOLD MELCTHAL, (ténor) WALTER FURST, suisses conjurés (basse); MELCTHAL, père d'Arnold (basse); JEMMY, fils de Guillaume Tell (soprano); GESLER, gouverneur des cantons de Schwitz et d'Uri (basse); RADOLPHE, chef des archers de Gesler (ténor) Melchtal orders the villagers to keep quiet about the man who aided in Leuthold's escape, and he is taken into captivity by Gesler's men. He tells them he believes that Gesler allowed William Tell to be unchained in order to steer the boat. JEMMY et HEDWIGE O jour de délivrance! Rossini's final opera Guillaume Tell is a work of tremendous scale and ambition that even today still requires huge musical, singing and stage resources to do real justice to it. Rossini also prepared a three-act version of this opera, probably in 1831. However, he tells them that Altdorf still stands. Down on the shore, Ruodi sings a beautiful love song from his fishing boat, while William Tell stands apart from the crowd. When William Tell and Walter approach and Mathilde quickly departs. Aaron M. Green is an expert on classical music and music history, with more than 10 years of both solo and ensemble performance experience. The first complete DVD release of the works original version finds the Rossini in Wildbad Festival, celebrating its 25th anniversary, performing Tell for the first time in its entirety. As all Nature falls silent, she implores the moon to tell her where Arnold is. From offstage the Swiss are heard crying out for arms to free their hero, William Tell. Within an instant, Gesler's men arrest both William and Jeremy, and they are sentenced to execution. Guillaume Tell by Gioachino Rossini Performer: Gabriel Bacquier (Baritone), Nicolai Gedda (Tenor), Louis Hendrix (Bass), Gwynne Howell (Bass), Nicholas Christou (Baritone), Jocelyne Taillon (Mezzo Soprano), Montserrat Caballé (Soprano), Mady Mesplé (Soprano) Guillaume Tell, together with Semiramide, is easily the best of Rossini's operas, topping even the immensely popular La Cenerentola, Il Barbiere di Sivigli, and Il Vaggio a Reims. As night approaches and the sun sinks below the surrounding hills, a hunting party, deep within the forest, takes their leave as the shepherds make their way home for the evening. Soon the young man joins her and declares his love: he loves her so much that, unable to realize his dreams, he has decided to run away into foreign parts in search of death or oblivion. The Royal Opera’s new Guillaume Tell, ... Rossini’s 1829 work, requiring herculean singers, a super-strong tenor and vast forces, is itself far from pretty, despite a happy ending. As they depart, Melchtal rebukes his son's decision to not marry. Secretly, in fact, he is in love with the Hapsburg Princess Mathilde, who lives at the Court of Gesler, the Austrian governor. Sa mort termine enfin nos maux. Guillaume Tell, qui s’inspire de la légende du héros suisse issue de la pièce de Schiller, est une ode grandiose à la liberté. Ruodi, the fisherman, refuses Leuthold's request to take him across Lake Lucerne, because the lake's current and jagged rocks on the other shore may cause his boat to sink. Arnold knows where his father had hidden a cache of arms and leads his friends off to fight. The general rejoicings are, however, brusquely interrupted when pastor Leuthold runs in, waving the bloody axe with which he has just killed one of Gesler’s soldiers, who had been trying to carry off his daughter. Though many contestants join, it is William Tell's son, Jeremy, who wins the contest, owing it to his father's skills. He retrieves a bow from one of the soldiers and sneakily draws out two arrows from the quiver. Mathilde, furthermore, is too near Gesler, the hated tyrant who oppresses the Swiss. Once again, Arnold is torn between his commitment to the "fatherland" and his love for Mathilde. Tell is championed by Melcthal, patriarch of the village, and (hesitantly) by Melcthal's son Arnold, who is in love with the Austrian princess Mathilde. His thoughts are clearly different from those of the villagers, as his bored and listless appearance contrasts highly against the townsfolk merry and joyous nature. Cette production, issue du Rossini Opera Festival de 2013 en collaboration avec Unitel, vous est proposée pendant 3 mois sur OperaVision. The rebels needed a signal to fight, but before setting fire to the house, Jeremy wisely removed his father's bow and arrows. 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