The ballet La Filleule des fées was first staged at the Paris Opéra on October 8, 1849, with Carlotta Grisi as Ysaure and Jules-Joseph Perrot, the choreographer, as Alain.
Composition History
Adolphe Adam's ballet Giselle, ou Les Wilis, proved to be his most lasting success, first staged in Paris in 1841.
Performer Biography
Andrew Mogrelia, the conductor, has a prolific discography on Naxos/Marco Polo, specializing in full-length ballet scores and rare symphonic and ballet repertoire.
Recording & Production
This recording of La Filleule des fées is a world premiere recording of the complete ballet.
Composer Biography
Adolphe Adam, the composer of this ballet, is best remembered for his music for the ballet Giselle.
Compositional Technique
The production of La Filleule des fées caused a sensation due to its innovative use of electric lighting and various fountains on stage.
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