Charles Perrault R Legrand, Pierre Guillermin - La Belle Au Bois Dormant

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Review by Robb Hindle

Alright, let’s dive into this quirky little gem of an album, La Belle Au Bois Dormant (1957). It’s not your typical music album—it’s more like a magical storybook brought to life with some charming tunes and playful voices. This French creation is part children's tale, part comedy sketch, and all-around delightful chaos. Released under Pathé, it feels like someone took Charles Perrault’s classic fairy tale, shook it up with R. Legrand’s melodies, and added a dash of Pierre Guillermin’s conducting wizardry. First off, the track that sticks in my head? The titular piece, “La Belle Au Bois Dormant.” I mean, how could it not? You’ve got these lush orchestral swells paired with Gisèle Pathenay’s voice acting—she just becomes the sleeping princess. Her tone is so dreamy yet full of personality; you can almost picture her lying there, snoozing away for 100 years while everyone else freaks out around her. There’s something about the way they balance silly sound effects with serious classical vibes that makes me laugh every time. Like, wait… is this supposed to be high art or a kids’ party record? Honestly, who cares? It works! Another standout moment comes from one of the dialogue-heavy bits—I think it’s when Michelle Marcey chimes in as one of the fairies cursing the baby princess. Oh man, she doesn’t hold back! Her delivery has this over-the-top drama that cracks me up but also gives me goosebumps. It’s like listening to your auntie tell a bedtime story after having too much coffee. She’s clearly having fun, and it rubs off on you. The mix of humor and real emotion here is what makes this album unforgettable. The whole thing feels like stepping into another world—a slightly bonkers, very French version of Perrault’s original tale. And those illustrations by Jean A. Mercier? They’re probably amazing if they match the vibe of the music. I wish I had the physical copy just to see them! What strikes me most is how unapologetically weird and joyful this album is. In today’s world of polished Disney remakes and algorithm-driven playlists, La Belle Au Bois Dormant feels refreshingly human. Sure, it’s messy at times, but isn’t that what makes it special? Fun fact: Did you know Charles Perrault wrote this story over 300 years ago? Crazy, right? Makes me wonder what he’d think hearing his words turned into a musical comedy extravaganza. Would he laugh? Cry? Or maybe ask for royalties? Either way, this album proves good stories never truly sleep—they just find new ways to wake us up.

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La Belle Au Bois Dormant

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Catalog Numbers

45 EA 138

Labels

Pathé

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • EP

Companies

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Copyright (c)S.A.M. Editions Les Flots Blues

Credits

RoleCredit
Adapted ByMichel Hatine, Richard Calais
ConductorPierre Guillermin
IllustrationJean A. Mercier
Lyrics ByCharles Perrault
Music ByR. Legrand
Voice ActorGisèle Pathenay, Hélène Garaud, Michelle Marcey, Michèle Blois, Natalie Nerval

Notes

  • Gatefold sleeve with stapled-in illustrated booklet & sleeve to hold 7".
  • Made in France

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): 7 ECT 1017
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): 7 ECT 1018
  • Rights Society: BIEM
  • Price Code: Ⓢ

About Charles Perrault R Legrand, Pierre Guillermin

Charles Perrault (12 January 1628  16 May 1703) was a French author and member of the Académie française. He laid the foundations for a new literary genre, the fairy tale, with his works derived from pre-existing folk tales. The best known of his tales include Le Petit Chaperon rouge (Little Red Riding Hood), Cendrillon (Cinderella), Le Chat Botté (Puss in Boots), La Belle au bois dormant (The Sleeping Beauty) and La Barbe bleue (Bluebeard). Some of Perrault's versions of old stories may have influenced the German versions published by the Brothers Grimm 200 years later. The stories continue to be printed and have been adapted to opera, ballet (such as Tchaikovsky's The Sleeping Beauty), theatre, and film. Perrault was an influential figure in the 17th-century French literary scene, and was the leader of the Modern faction during the Quarrel of the Ancients and the Moderns.

Name Vars

  • C. Perrault
  • Carlo Perrault
  • Ch. Perrault
  • Charles
  • Perrault
  • Š. Pero
  • Šarlis Pero
  • Šarls Pero
  • Ш. Перро
  • Ш.Перо
  • Ш.Перро
  • Шарл Перо
  • Шарль Перро

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? In 1957, a French album called *La Belle Au Bois Dormant* brought Charles Perrault's classic fairy tale to life in a unique way. It wasn’t just music—this album mixed storytelling with comedy and featured a full cast of voice actors. The legendary Michel Legrand composed the music, while Pierre Guillermin conducted. It even included whimsical illustrations by Jean A. Mercier. Released on Pathé Records, it was a creative blend of children’s entertainment and artistry that stood out in its time. Definitely a gem from France’s musical past!