The soldier's tale / music by Igor Stravinsky ; libretto by C.F. Ramuz ; produced by British Home Entertainment ; produced by Leonard Cassini and Dennis Miller ; directed by Michael Birkett.



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Title from container. English translation by Michael Birkett, Kitty Black and Michael Flanders. Originally released as a motion picture in 1964. Full screen (4:3, 1.33:1 aspect ratio) presentation, LPCM. Production designer, Bernard Sarron ; conductor, Derek Hudson; film editor, Richard Marden. Principal dancers, Robert Helpmann (Devil), Svetlana Beriosova (Princess), Brian Phelan (Soldier); Melos Ensemble.

Title
The soldier's tale / music by Igor Stravinsky ; libretto by C.F. Ramuz ; produced by British Home Entertainment ; produced by Leonard Cassini and Dennis Miller ; directed by Michael Birkett.
Artist
Ramuz, C. F. (Charles Ferdinand), 1878-1947, librettist.
Subjects
Language
English, Russian
Type
Video Recording
Abstract
A dramatic rendering of the ballet libretto, featuring a climactic ballet sequence. Presents the story of a soldier who trades his violin (which contains his soul) to the devil in exchange for unlimited economic gain. Later the soldier falls in love with a princess and must then deal with the consequences of his bargain.
Year
2013
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