A Dictionary of Music and Musicians/Reine de Saba, La
REINE DE SABA, LA. Opera in 4 acts; words by Barbier and Carré, music by Gounod. Produced at the Opéra Feb. 28, 1862. It was adapted to English words under the title of 'Irene' by H. B. Farnie, and in this form was produced as a concert at the Crystal Palace, Aug. 12, 1865. The beautiful Airs de ballet contain some of Gounod's best music, and are frequently played at the same place.
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