François-Xavier Lot, Orchestre De Les Siecle - Les Nuits De Paris-Dance Music From Folies Bergere To Opera: F-X.Roth / Les Siecles - Import CD

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Les Siecle, led by Lotto, has released an album of dances from the Belle Époque period in France. The album includes ballet works such as "Coppelia," ballet music from operas such as "Faust," and music from music halls such as the "Folies Bergère. The album is full of highlights, such as the famous "Skaters" and Strauss's cadreille, which is enlivened by the so-called "Heaven and Hell" can-can, as well as the joy of discovering gorgeous but little-known works. (C)RS