Rameau: Les Indes Galantes RCT 44

Jean-Philippe Rameau: Les Indes Galantes RCT 44

The main body of the new edition of Les Indes galantes, published in Opera Omnia Rameau (OOR IV.2, 7), restores the version authorised by Rameau in 1736. This basic editorial decision has made it possible to present a fully coherent and authenticated reading of the work (after the adjustments from the earliest performances). All other versions before and after 1736 are gathered together in 19 appendices.

Sylvie Bouissou’s new edition differs markedly from previous modern editions and all existing recordings. With its appendices she does justice to the performer’s need for Rameau’s various revisions while finally making accessible a version actually authorised by Rameau. For the first time it is presented in its complete stylistic and dramatic context.