Sir Thomas Beecham, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Gounod - Faust

Review by Juan Diaz

Faust by Sir Thomas Beecham & The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – A Timeless Classical Gem If you’re into classical music, even just a little bit, this album is one of those hidden treasures that’ll sneak up on your soul when you least expect it. Released under His Master’s Voice, Faust brings together the genius of Charles Gounod and Sir Thomas Beecham with The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in a way that feels both epic and intimate. It’s not perfect—nothing ever is—but man, does it leave an impression. Let me start with "Déposons des armes" (Act 4). This track? Wow. Just wow. You’ve got Roger Rico’s bass vocals booming like thunderclouds rolling in, but there’s something so human about it. Like, you can almost feel the weight of war lifting off these characters’ shoulders as they sing. I swear, every time I listen to it, I get goosebumps. Maybe it’s because life feels heavy sometimes too, ya know? And then Huguette Saint-Romas comes in with her mezzo-soprano—soft yet strong—and suddenly, it’s like hope walks into the room. That contrast between Rico’s depth and Saint-Romas’ lightness hits different. Honestly, if this doesn’t stir something inside you, check your pulse. Then there’s "Ne permettrez-vous pas…". Oh boy, this one’s a heartbreaker. Geori Boué’s soprano voice here is… fragile, almost. She sounds like she’s pleading directly to your soul, asking for mercy or understanding or maybe just a damn break from all the chaos. Her tone is pure emotion wrapped in silk, and Georges Noré’s tenor joins in like a comforting hand on her shoulder. Together, they create this bittersweet tension that sticks with you long after the final note fades. It’s the kind of song that makes you stare out the window for no reason, lost in thought. Sir Thomas Beecham conducts the whole thing with such finesse—it’s clear he knows exactly how to let the orchestra breathe while keeping everything tight. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra delivers rich, lush sounds that make you wanna close your eyes and drift away. But what really stands out is how everyone involved seems fully committed to telling Gounod’s story through their instruments and voices. There’s passion dripping from every second of this recording. Here’s the thing: listening to Faust isn’t just about enjoying beautiful music; it’s about connecting with raw human experiences—hope, despair, love, longing—all wrapped up in fancy French lyrics and sweeping orchestration. Sure, some parts might feel a tad old-school if you’re used to modern productions, but isn’t that part of its charm? And here’s the kicker—I didn’t think I’d care this much about opera until now. Turns out, you don’t need flashy visuals or trendy beats to move someone. Sometimes, all it takes is a bunch of talented people pouring their hearts into something timeless. So yeah, give this album a spin. Who knows? You might end up staring at your ceiling at 2 AM wondering why you’re crying over a centuries-old tale about Faust.

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Ne Permettrez-Vous Pas
Depesons Des Armies (Act 4)

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Role	Credit
Bass Vocals	Roger Rico
Conductor	Sir Thomas Beecham
Mezzo-soprano Vocals	Huguette Saint-Romas
Soprano Vocals	Geori Boué
Tenor Vocals	Georges Noré

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For chorus credit use . The R.P.O. was founded by Sir Thomas Beecham in 1946 and is based in London at Cadogan Hall with seasons at Royal Albert Hall. RPO tours regionally and has played in 30 countries. Notable conductors have included Antal Doráti and André Previn; Maestro Daniele Gatti has been Music Director since 1996. The orchestra reaches out through its Community and Education programme and records for major commercial record companies, as well as its own label. A sister artist is The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, formed in 1987 for light classical and pops, as well as traditional classical music.

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Faust* by Sir Thomas Beecham and The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra isn’t just another classical record. It brings together an incredible team of vocalists, like Geori Boué, whose soprano voice soars, and Roger Rico, whose bass tones ground the music. One standout track, "Dépêchons Des Armées (Act 4)," captures the drama of Gounod’s opera perfectly. Fun fact—this recording was released under His Master’s Voice, a label known for its iconic logo of a dog listening to a phonograph. It’s like capturing a moment in time when classical music ruled the airwaves.