Robert Ward: The Crucible

The Crucible, opera Act 1. Beginning
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 1. Gently, sirs, gently
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 1. Jesus, my consolation
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 1. For much in the world
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 1. Oh, how many times, Mr. Parris
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 1. Jesus, my consolation
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 2. Beginning
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 2. I've forgotten Abigail
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 2. But, oh, the dreams
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 2. For Sarah Good Confessed
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 2. You will go to that court
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 3. Beginning
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 3. In the Courtroom
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 3. Open Thou, my lips, O Lord
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 3. These girls never saw a spirit
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 3. No, No, it is a natural lie to tell
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 4. Beginning
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 4. But sir, you stir rebellion
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 4. What word of the children?
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley
The Crucible, opera Act 4. God does not need my name
Composed by Robert Ward
Performed by New York City Opera
with Gloria Wynder, Spiro Malas, Nancy Foster, Jack DeLon, Elizabeth Schwering, Maurice Stern, Norman Kelley, Chester Ludgin, Naomi Farr, Frances Bible, Lorna Ceniceros, Beverly Evans, Richard Krause, Eunice Alberts, Helen Guile, Paul Ukena, Patricia Brooks, John Macurdy, Marija Kova, Joyce Ebert
Conducted by Emerson Buckley

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An opera that deserves consideration by a major company
Soaring majesty!
a favorite opera with an old and inconsistent performance

Robert Ward: The Crucible

Manufacturer: Albany Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000049L5
Release Date: 2006-10-24

Tracks:

Act l: Beginning - Gloria Wynder/Joyce Ebert/Patricia Brooks/Naomi Farr/Paul Ukena/Maurice Stern
Act l: 'Gently, Sirs, Gently' - Eunice Alberts/Paul Ukena/Chester Ludgin/Maurice Stern/Spiro Malas/Joyce Ebert
Act l: 'Jesus, My Consolation' - Eunice Alberts/Paul Ukena/Chester Ludgin/Maurice Stern/Joyce Ebert/Patricia Brooks
Act l: 'For Much In the World' - Joyce Ebert.John Macurdy/Naomi Farr/Eunice Alberts/Patricia Brooks/Gloria Wynder/Spiro Malas...
Act l: 'Oh, How Many Times Mr. Parris' - Gloria Wynder/Naomi Farr/John Macurdy
Act l: 'Jesus, My Consolation' - Gloria Wynder/Naomi Farr/John Macurdy/Patricia Brooks
Act II: Beginning - Frances Bible/Chester Ludgin
Act II: 'I've Forgotten Abigail' - Chester Ludgin/Frances Bible
Act II: 'But, Oh, The Dreams' - Frances Bible/Chester Ludgin/Nancy Foster
Act II: 'For Sarah Good Confessed' - Nancy Foster/Chester Ludgin/Frances Bible/John Macurdy/Richard Krause
Act II: 'You Will Go To That Court' - Chester Ludgin/Nancy Foster

Tracks:

Act III: Beginning - Patricia Brooks/Chester Ludgin
Act III: In The Courtroom - Richard Krause
Act III: 'Open Thou, My Lips, O Lord' - Jack DeLon/Richard Krause/Paul Ukena/Maurice Stern/Joyce Ebert
Act III: 'These Girls Never Saw A Spirit' - Chester Ludgin/Joyce Ebert/Paul Ukena/Nancy Foster/Patricia Brooks/Jack DeLon/New York City Opr...
Act III: 'No, No, It Is A Natural Lie To Tell' - John Macurdy/Jack DeLon/Patricia Brooks/Nancy Foster
Act IV: Beginning - Gloria Wynder//Richard Krause/Patricia Brooks
Act IV: 'But Sir, You Stir Rebellion' - John Macurdy/Jack DeLon/Joyce Ebert/Frances Bible
Act IV: 'What Word Of The Children - Chester Ludgin/Frances Bible/John Macurdy/Joyce Ebert/Paul Ukena/Jack DeLon/Eunice Alberts
Act IV: 'God Does Not Need My Name' - Chester Ludgin/Jack DeLon/Joyce Ebert/John MacurdyEurnice Alberts/Frances Bible.

Customer Reviews:

An opera that deserves consideration by a major company.......2003-10-04

I became familiar with this recording of the "The Crucible" back in the 60's when it was available on the old CRI label. It was an exciting piece then and it remains one now. It has been a puzzle to me why such an opera has not been taken up and presented regularly by major companies. The music is appealing--and frequently more than that; the drama is potent and never fails to captivate; it offers wonderful opportunites to a cast of singing actors. So what's the problem?! Granted some of the liberties taken with the Arthur Miller text render certain moments dramatically unclear and the Gershwinesque strains that accompany the slave Tituba's character are certainly a mistake. Still, the work as a whole is an exciting one. Hightlights abound, with the whole of the last act being especially moving.

This is still the only recording available and, overall, it is excellent. The leads perfectly embody the roles of John and Elizabeth Proctor, while the balance of the cast, a few vocal duds notwithstanding, competently fill in the many character roles.

The CD sound is very good and far superior to my old vinyl disks.

If you've never heard "The Crucible," give this recording a chance. It is well worth your time.

Soaring majesty!.......2001-12-19

This performance is a gem. Just the soaring majesty of Frances Bible is well worth the experience. What a sadly underrated artist. The final duet with Bible and Ludgin is a lesson in passionate, searing drama and full-out singing.

a favorite opera with an old and inconsistent performance.......1999-03-23

I had the privilege of being part of a cast of this opera at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in the late 70's, directed by the avuncular Herbert Wildeboor (since deceased). I've always loved the 7/8 hymn at the end of the first act. However, this performance is very uneven, including generally unfortunate singing by female leads, and bad acting (at least) by the person singing Reverend Parris. Reverend Hale and John Proctor are consistently good. And the orchestra parts, very demanding, are well handled. It astounds me that there is no new recording in all these years. I've since seen it done in Pittsburgh and know it's being done somewhere on the West Coast. While Mr. Ward's music is considered cliche by some, I prefer it much to, for example, Moore's Ballad of Baby Doe. Perhaps my affection for it is due to having the opportunity to perform it.