GUILLAUME TELL. Mathilde, furthermore, is too near Gesler, the hated tyrant who oppresses the Swiss. Performed for the first time in its original uncut version, this production of Guillaume Tell was the jewel in the crown of the 25-year history of the ‘Rossini in Wildbad’ opera festival. Early retirement: 1830–1855. Guilliaume Tell, also known as William Tell, by Gioachino Rossini, premiered on August 3, 1829, at the Salle Le Peletier in Paris, ​France. Melcthal, who orders the people not to give away the name of Leuthold’s rescuer, is arrested and dragged away. Reviews; Explore; Reviews. The autograph scores are in Paris, at the Conservatoire and at the Opéra. However, after a strong scolding, they finally start to make their way to William Tell. GUILLAUME (à sa femme et à son fils) Retirez-vous; que la Suisse respire! Opéra en quatre actes Livret de Étienne de Jouy et Hippolyte-Louis-Florent Bis Personnages: GUILLAUME TELL, (basse) ARNOLD MELCTHAL, (ténor) WALTER FURST, suisses conjurés (basse); MELCTHAL, père d'Arnold (basse); JEMMY, fils de Guillaume Tell (soprano); GESLER, gouverneur des cantons de Schwitz et d'Uri (basse); RADOLPHE, chef des archers de Gesler (ténor) Melchtal is happy to oblige. La première à Londres eut lieu à Drury Lane en 1830 (en anglais). In the distance Arnold hears the sound of Gesler’s hunting horns, but whilst he is trying to slip away in the hopes of meeting his beloved princess, he meets William Tell, who urges him to join the rebels intent upon freeing their country from the foreign yoke. Ouverture. Awaiting the moment of vengeance, Arnold has come to his father’s house. Tell does not know anything about Arnold’s secret love affair and so cannot understand why the young man is so perturbed and why he has enrolled in the Austrian army; he tries to persuade him to be faithful to the Swiss ideals of patriotism and freedom. Aaron M. Green is an expert on classical music and music history, with more than 10 years of both solo and ensemble performance experience. LiveAbout uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. The four-act opera takes place in 13th century Switzerland near Lake Lucerne. As the townsfolk look upon the scene in horror, William Tell calmly draws back his arrow and shoots it directly into the apple. The next day, Arnold meets with Mathilde in an abandoned chapel in Altdorf. He instructs William Tell to shoot an apple placed on his son's head. Arnold reacts angrily to this. Many months ago, while serving with Austrian military forces, Arnold rescued a beautiful woman, Mathilde, from an avalanche. Guillaume Tell, qui s’inspire de la légende du héros suisse issue de la pièce de Schiller, est une ode grandiose à la liberté. Arnold resolves himself to join William Tell and the rebellion and plans to confront the governor immediately. Walter tells Arnold that the Austrians executed his father, Melchtal, and Arnold, again, swears vengeance against the Austrian governor. Guillaume Tell, together with Semiramide, is easily the best of Rossini's operas, topping even the immensely popular La Cenerentola, Il Barbiere di Sivigli, and Il Vaggio a Reims. The William Tell Overture is the overture to the opera William Tell (original French title Guillaume Tell), whose music was composed by Gioachino Rossini. Her eyes did not deceive her. As night approaches and the sun sinks below the surrounding hills, a hunting party, deep within the forest, takes their leave as the shepherds make their way home for the evening. -- Arranger Rogers, Walter B. Now that he is of marrying age, he tells his father he will not participate in the activities of the festival. When William Tell and Walter approach and Mathilde quickly departs. He could already look back on an illustrious career spanning 12 years and over 30 operas. William sees his house burning in the distance, but Jeremy quickly explains why. Arnold, heartbroken, swears to fight the tyrant alongside his countrymen. Hide 48 tracks for Rossini: Guillaume Tell. His passion for vengeance is re-ignited, and moments later, a large group of rebels meets outside of the house. Should he refuse, both he and his son will be sentenced to death. The Swiss citizens hold just as contempt for the Austrian ruler as Arnold does. However, he tells them that Altdorf still stands. Hedwige and the rest of the village do not fear for William Tell because of his fine archery abilities. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for Rossini: Guillaume Tell - Fabio Luisi on AllMusic - 2005 Jeremy and Mathilda arrive, and after reuniting with her son, she asks for Mathilde's help. Further off, a fisherman is singing a song and a little group of villagers, peasants and huntsmen are getting ready to celebrate a triple wedding: three couples of shepherds and their brides. This site uses cookies to provide the best browsing experience possible. Down on the shore, Ruodi sings a beautiful love song from his fishing boat, while William Tell stands apart from the crowd. © 2020 Rossini Opera Festival – P.I 01291120416 – Rea Pesaro n° 127115/1996. Telling her of his father's death, he states he will not battle for Austria. After he hands the weapon to his father, Gesler and his men make it to shore. Moïse et Pharaon, ou Le passage de la Mer Rouge, Matilde di Shabran, ossia Bellezza e Cuor di ferro, La Cenerentola, ossia La Bontà in trionfo. Because he and his father are supposed to greet the governor, Arnold starts heading for the door. She tells him that she renounces Austria and will join him in their fight for liberty. William and Walter question Arnold, asking him how he can love the Austrian woman. As the celebrations begin, Melchtal approaches each couple and blesses their marriage. Both lovers say their farewells and depart the chapel knowing their relationship will never work. Agreeing that they both love each other dearly, they outline the problems and obstacles they will encounter. Guillaume Tell Synopsis William Tell ACT I Switzerland, 1307. William Tell invites Melchtal and his son to their home. The fisherman refuses to ferry him across, and it is William Tell who offers to row him to the opposite bank. Now the storm breaks, turning the lake into a maelstrom. (Chorus) and more). Everyone is ordered to bow in token of humble submission to Gesler’s hat, which has been set up as a military trophy in the village square. Arnold greets them and shows them the large cache of weapons his father and William Tell gathered. Pierre Audi’s new production of Guillaume Tell marked the first appearance of Rossini’s final operatic masterpiece on the Met stage for nearly 85 years. Trembling out of fear, Leuthold is fleeing for his life. After learning of William Tell's arrest, Arnold nearly loses faith in their cause. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Of the many operas well known by name but seldom ever seen, this is one of the most famous due to its ubiquitous overture. The four-act opera takes place in 13th century ​​Switzerland near Lake Lucerne. The story is taken from Friedrich Schiller’s Wilhelm Tell (1804). He pays a visit to his father's house, where he laments his death. At nightfall, whilst Gesler’s hunting horn resounds through a deep valley on the Lake of the Four Cantons, huntsmen and shepherds are returning home. ROSSINI: Guillaume Tell. Traduit en italien sous le titre de Guglielmo Tell, sa première est donnée à Lucques en 1831, les quatre actes furent réduits à trois. He fell in love with her after saving her life in an avalanche, but it is a hopeless passion because of the difference of rank that divides them. With Andrew Foster-Williams as Guillaume Tell; Michael Spyres as Arnold Melcthal; and Judith Howarth as Mathilde. But now Jemmy comes on, safe and sound, accompanied by Mathilde. The moment it gets to shore, William Tell quickly jumps off of it pushes the boat back out to the water. They hesitate at his command due to William Tell's renowned archery skills. Guillaume Tell leads the Swiss resistance against the Austrian overlords, led by Gessler. Whilst everyone acclaims Tell, Arnold comes on to announce that Altorf has been liberated. He tells them he believes that Gesler allowed William Tell to be unchained in order to steer the boat. Just then, Arnold and his men arrive celebrating their victory over Altdorf's Austrian rulers. Cette production, issue du Rossini Opera Festival de 2013 en collaboration avec Unitel, vous est proposée pendant 3 mois sur OperaVision. Meanwhile, within Altdorf's market, Gesler and his men celebrate the 100th anniversary of Austria's rule over Switzerland. As the men take up arms, Arnold determination increases greatly and the men set out to free William Tell and the town of Altdorf from Austrian rule. Guillaume Tell. Il fut créé le 3 août 1829 à l'Opéra de Paris1. Jemmy sets their house on fire to give the signal for the revolt to the inhabitants of all the neighbouring areas, whilst Hedwige implores God to save her husband’s life. Once again, Arnold is torn between his commitment to the "fatherland" and his love for Mathilde. Whilst he prepares to go and bless them, the wise old shepherd Melcthal urges his son, Arnold, to think seriously about getting married himself soon. -- … Listen Gioacchino Rossini - Guillaume Tell (William Tell): Overture 11min 35sec; Welcome to the Daily Download, a handpicked, free, downloadable piece of classical music available every weekday. The first complete DVD release of the works original version finds the Rossini in Wildbad Festival, celebrating its 25th anniversary, performing Tell for the first time in its entirety. Afterward, the villagers and couples sing and dance, giving way to an archery contest. He agrees to take Leuthold onto the water. Guglielmo Tell, originally Guillaume Tell as Gioachino Rossini's second French opera, premiered on August 3, 1829, at the Paris Opéra. If ever there was a case for armchair opera it's Rossini's Guglielmo Tell. Guillaume Tell, opéra in four acts, libretto by Étienne de Jouy and Hippolyte-Louis-Florent Bis, was given its first performance at the Théâtre de l’Académie Royale de Musique on the 3 August 1829. Although he loves her, he realizes that this new political situation threatens to separate them for ever. He embraces his wife and son and then takes up his crossbow to aim a deadly arrow at Gesler: the tyrant falls dead into the raging waters. "Ah, maestro," exclaimed an enthusiastic admirer of Rossini to that master, "I heard your ‘William Tell’ at the Opera last night!" His brilliant, brisk style and dizzying vocal numbers had led him to considerable success in Italy. Overcome by the nervous stress of the trial, William falls to the ground, almost fainting, and another arrow falls out of the folds of his jacket: when Gesler demands an explanation William confesses that if he had missed his aim in the test, he would have fired this second arrow at Gesler. Mathilde's heart is broken, but she understands Arnold's plight. The Austrian governor, Gesler, as arrived along with his court. The hustle and bustle of the village comes to a halt when the ranz des vaches, a melody played on horns by Swiss alpine herdsmen, is heard bellowing from the hills, signaling the arrival of Melchtal, an elder of the canton. The forces onstage and in the pit diligently render Guillaume Tell’s special nature. At first, William is outraged, but Jeremy encourages his father to complete the task. Gesler is going to take him across to the other side of Lake Lucerne, where he will be executed by being fed to the reptiles who inhabit the lake. The music is propellingly heroic and romantic in turns, and as always, Rossini shines in ensembles, only that in this one, the solo arias are fully gripping as well. The poor quality of the original libretto by "Jouy" led to the revision by Bis, but even after that there had to be cuts. Men from Unterwalden, Schwyz, and Uri meet with William Tell, Walter, and Arnold, and it is decided that they will fight for Switzerland's independence or die. The wedding festivities begin and Melcthal exhorts the young couples to perpetuate the traditions of their ancestors through their children, whilst William, having once more cursed all tyrants, goes off to look for Arnold. À toi, Gesler! Since returning home, Arnold possesses great contempt with the Austrian military. As dancing and singing commence, soldiers spot William Tell not paying homage to the hat. Hotly pursued by the Governor’s soldiers, Leuthold is forced to cross the dangerous river to save himself. Within an instant, Gesler's men arrest both William and Jeremy, and they are sentenced to execution. For the most part, Michieletto does, too. It was with his first shot, too. Guillaume Tell est un opéra en quatre actes de Gioachino Rossini, sur un livret d'Étienne de Jouy et Hippolyte Bis1, aidés d'Armand Marrast et d'Adolphe Crémieux, d'après la pièce de Friedrich von Schiller2. They promise to meet each other the following day, then Mathilde goes off whilst Arnold is surprised by William and Walter, who try to distract him from his amorous passion and incite him to patriotic fervour, revealing that his father Melcthal has been put to death by Gesler. The rebels needed a signal to fight, but before setting fire to the house, Jeremy wisely removed his father's bow and arrows. Out of the Blue… Silence Meanwhile, Rossini had been appointed as the King’s first composer and inspector general of song for all of France, roles he would cover until the July Revolution of 1830. Meanwhile distant echoes can be heard of a celebration organized by Gesler in the village of Altorf in honour of the Germanic Empire’s more than one hundred-year rule over the Swiss. Ruodi, the fisherman, refuses Leuthold's request to take him across Lake Lucerne, because the lake's current and jagged rocks on the other shore may cause his boat to sink. Leuthold has killed one of Governor Gesler's men because he was forcing himself upon Leuthold's daughter. Then he goes off, unobserved. The general rejoicings are, however, brusquely interrupted when pastor Leuthold runs in, waving the bloody axe with which he has just killed one of Gesler’s soldiers, who had been trying to carry off his daughter. The following year Rossini wrote his long-awaited French grand opera, Guillaume Tell, based on Friedrich Schiller's 1804 play which drew on the William Tell legend. Overture (Rossini, Gioacchino), Guillaume Tell. Although Rossini composed works in other genres after 1829, Guglielmo Tell was his last opera. William Tell's wife, Hedwige, and his son, Jeremy, listen to the fisherman's song and comment on its meaning. His thoughts are clearly different from those of the villagers, as his bored and listless appearance contrasts highly against the townsfolk merry and joyous nature. Soon the young man joins her and declares his love: he loves her so much that, unable to realize his dreams, he has decided to run away into foreign parts in search of death or oblivion. Because of his commitment to the army, he was unable to stay with Mathilde. During this ceremony William and his son Jemmy are brought before Gesler by the soldiers because both of them have refused to offer homage to the symbol. Guillaume Tell was well received. The 1992 critical edition made a complete Guillaume Tell, even an ur-Tell possible, but still not many companies have performed the work without substantial cuts. As they depart, Melchtal rebukes his son's decision to not marry. Gesler, unhappy with the celebration, orders his men to put together a group of dancers and singers. C'est la flèche de Tell! Rossini’s “Guillaume Tell” (1829), together with Auber’s “Muette de Portici” (1828) and Meyerbeer’s “Robert le diable” (1831), formed the prototype of this new type of magnificent opera based on historicising themes, which combined the artistic genres of … On the day of the Shepherd Festival, the village peasants prepare a several picturesque Swiss chalet for three newly weds. However, William Tell, happy to have converted Arnold to his cause, convinces him to wait until after the celebrations and festivities. Selections Summary Orchestra Contributor Names Rossini, Gioacchino -- Composer Victor Concert Orchestra -- Musical Group Roberts, Charles J. Warning for those prone to seizures: Bright flashing lights at 11:00!Gioacchino Rossini: William Tell Overture (1829)London Philharmonic, Alfred Scholz William Tell is taken to the place of execution, but the storm overtakes the boat in which he is being transported and he manages to jump out onto a rock near the shore, pushing off the boat again with Gesler and his guards still on board. 1, Choeur, "Quel jour serein le ciel présage !" Gesler order's William to pilot the ship and they make their way down to the shore. William Tell arrives at the boat dock searching for Arnold, but see's Leuthold trying frantically to escape. Melchtal orders the villagers to keep quiet about the man who aided in Leuthold's escape, and he is taken into captivity by Gesler's men. From offstage the Swiss are heard crying out for arms to free their hero, William Tell. He quickly orders the guards to arrest him. Guillaume Tell by Gioachino Rossini Performer: Gabriel Bacquier (Baritone), Nicolai Gedda (Tenor), Louis Hendrix (Bass), Gwynne Howell (Bass), Nicholas Christou (Baritone), Jocelyne Taillon (Mezzo Soprano), Montserrat Caballé (Soprano), Mady Mesplé (Soprano) Mathilde, who has been observing the entire situation, steps forward and demands Jeremy's life be saved in the name of the emperor since no child should be executed. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at Last.fm. Because of the commotion, William Tell's second arrow is accidentally revealed. The scene changes back to the Lake of the Four Cantons, over which thick storm clouds are gathering. Antonino Fogliani conducts the Virtuosi Brunensis. Arnold, Melchtal's son, seems uncomfortable. Secretly, in fact, he is in love with the Hapsburg Princess Mathilde, who lives at the Court of Gesler, the Austrian governor. The villagers join in the chorus and sing a song of love, marriage, and work. Though many contestants join, it is William Tell's son, Jeremy, who wins the contest, owing it to his father's skills. In that instant, William Tell shoots an arrow directly into Gesler's heart, killing him instantly. The Swiss curse the tyrant Gesler. As Jeremy is let go to Mathilde, Gesler announces his intentions for William Tell. The overture is in four parts, each following without pause. The Royal Opera’s new Guillaume Tell, ... Rossini’s 1829 work, requiring herculean singers, a super-strong tenor and vast forces, is itself far from pretty, despite a happy ending. Rodolphe steps in and instantly recognizes him as Leuthold's abettor. At this point Mathilde makes her presence felt by taking the boy under her protection, whilst William Tell is led off to die. Mathilde rushes to his side, proclaiming her love for him. Tell is a choral opera every bit as much as Boris Godunov; under the direction of Renato Balsadonna, the Covent Garden chorus’s work is full-throated but precise. GESLER (frappé au haut du rocher) J'expire! Arnold knows where his father had hidden a cache of arms and leads his friends off to fight. Arnold enters the clearing and the two embrace. JEMMY et HEDWIGE O jour de délivrance! As all Nature falls silent, she implores the moon to tell her where Arnold is. Mathilde encourages him to go away, win glory and fame, and come back victoriously to marry her. Annoyed by the villager's excitement and encouragement of Leuthold's escape, Rodolphe, the lead guard, begins asking questions. If you continue to browse the site, you authorize us to use cookies on your device. This production of Guillaume Tell is performed in its original uncut version. William Tell premiered in 1829 and was the last of Rossini's 39 operas, after which he went into semi-retirement (he continued to compose cantatas, sacred music and secular vocal music). The storm dies away, and the heavens resound to songs of victory and freedom. The men craft their plans for properly equipping themselves with the most useful weapons as well as when they will make their strike. As his victory is cheered and celebrated, he spies Leuthold, a shepherd, stumbling into the village. He retrieves a bow from one of the soldiers and sneakily draws out two arrows from the quiver. (il tombe dans le lac) LES GARDES (fuyant) C'est la flèche de Tell! Jeremy tells his mother that William was sentenced to death and that Gesler and his men are taking him across the lake. Jeremy defiantly stays next to his father's side despite William Tell's insistence. After they embark, Gesler's soldiers arrive seeking Leuthold. As the day passes, Tell's wife, Hedwige, paces up and down the lake's shore where the villagers have assembled. Gesler asks him why he has the second arrow, and without hesitation, William Tell replies that he intended to use it to kill Gesler. Composed for the Paris Opera in 1829 and based on a play by Schiller, Guillaume Tell uses thrilling vocals, grand ballets, and magnificent choruses to tell the story of Swiss patriots throwing off the yoke of Austrian oppression. Princess Mathilde knows that Arnold is following her; she loves him, too. Gesler has even placed his hat at the top of a pole, and his men force the Swiss townsfolk to pay homage to it every time they pass by. He explains his reason for not marrying. Rodolphe urges for a different plan as the approaching storm will make passage across the lake highly treacherous. Listen free to Lamberto Gardelli – Rossini: Guillaume Tell (Guillaume Tell: Ouverture (Andante - Allegro - Allegro vivace), Guillaume Tell, Act 1 Scene 1: No. The celebrations continue, the dancing begins and Jemmy, Tell’s young son, wins the crossbow shooting competition. However, Mathilde stays behind thinking she has seen Arnold. Guillaume Tell, opéra in four acts, libretto by Étienne de Jouy and Hippolyte-Louis-Florent Bis, was given its first performance at the Théâtre de l’Académie Royale de Musique on the 3 August 1829. Guillaume Tell, Act I: Goire, Honneur au fils de Tell (Live) By Gioacchino Rossini Fabio Luisi , Dawn Kotoski , Mihaela Ungureanu , Chorus of the Vienna State Opera , Orchestra of the Vienna State Opera Gesler gives no heed to Rodolphe and announces that William Tell's expert nautical skills will allow them to cross the lake safely. Leuthold enters with news that the storm has blown the ship towards a dangerous outcrop of jagged rocks. 76 tracks (231:12). Sa mort termine enfin nos maux. By using LiveAbout, you accept our, The Story of Bellini's Opera "La Sonnambula", Fidelio Synopsis - The Story of Beethoven’s One and Only Opera, B.A., Classical Music and Opera, Westminster Choir College of Rider University. Guillaume Tell: freedom for all Rossini was only 31 when he set foot in Paris. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Download newsletter to get a bonus download of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture — and so you never miss a free classical track! Seeing Tell, Rodolphe recognizes him as the man who helped Leuthold to escape: Gesler has him arrested and tells him that to save his own and his son’s life he must pass the test of the apple: that is, with his arrow he must pierce an apple placed on his son’s head. The story opens in a village in the Swiss Canton of Uri: just a few rustic chalets among the mountains, near a rushing river. Rodolphe takes notice of Jeremy's devotion to his father. Misc. On one side we see William Tell, in pensive mood, with his wife Hedwige and his young son Jemmy. Jeremy and the villagers rejoice, which makes Gesler furious. “Guillaume Tell” by Gioachino Rossini libretto (French English) Personnages Guillaume Tell (Baryton) Hedwige, son épouse (Mezzo-soprano) Jemmy, leur fils (Soprano) Gessler, gouverneur des cantons de Schwitz et d'Uri (Basse) Mathilde, sœur de Gessler (Soprano) When the sounds of the governor's horns are heard, the shepherds exit the clearing. In an old, ruined chapel Arnold tells Mathilde that he wants to avenge his father. Instead, he orders his men to apprehend Jeremy and crafts a plan. At this time in Paris, Rossini also composed his last three operas: Il viaggio a Reims (1825), Le Comte Ory (1828) and Guillaume Tell (1829). William Tell orders Jeremy to stay completely still. —Fred Cohn Melchtal greets Hedwige, and she asks him to bless the newly married couples at the celebration. Dans son dernier opéra Rossini prend tous les risques pour s’adapter aux nouveaux goûts du public : Guillaume Tell, grande fresque historique inspirée de la tragédie de Schiller, rompt avec l’univers du bel canto et inaugure le genre du « grand opéra à la française » qui va s’épanouir avec Meyerbeer. Tell is championed by Melcthal, patriarch of the village, and (hesitantly) by Melcthal's son Arnold, who is in love with the Austrian princess Mathilde. As the clouds part and the bright sun shines on the picturesque scene, the ranz des vaches bellows from the surrounding hills again. Moments later, a boat is spotted. Rossini’s final, great, operatic masterpiece is a story of liberation, the oppressed Swiss attaining their ideal of … The rebels make it to shore and William tells them of Gesler's death. Rossini's final opera Guillaume Tell is a work of tremendous scale and ambition that even today still requires huge musical, singing and stage resources to do real justice to it. Guilliaume Tell, also known as William Tell, by Gioachino Rossini, premiered on August 3, 1829, at the Salle Le Peletier in Paris, France. Instead, he will fight with Switzerland to avenge his father's execution. The representatives of the various cantons gather together and William Tell leads them all in swearing an oath to free their country of its oppressors; dawn breaks, symbol of victory. Hoping to meet with Gelser, Hedwige is resolved to beg for her husband's life. Angry that they were spying on him, Arnold abandons the rebellion and decides to fight for the Austrians. 2010. As their passion against the Austrians stirs, they are joined by rebels from neighboring cantons. Gesler angrily orders Tell to be arrested again and condemns him to death. A group of women try to restrain Tell’s wife, who wants to join her husband and son to die with them. Notes Bishop's adaptation of the opera, under the title "Hofer, the Tell of the Tyrol" Plate Numbers (in order of appearance) 9461, 6007-6010, 7734, 7935, 6011-6013, 5761, 6014, 6016, 6015, 6017-6019, 9905, 6020-6022, 6018. William Tell steps in front of Arnold and tries to persuade him into joining a rebellion against the Austrian rulers. Rossini's Le Comte OryRossini's Barber of SevilleStrauss' ElektraMozart's The Magic Flute. Rossini also prepared a three-act version of this opera, probably in 1831. "Guillaume Tell," given in full, would last nearly five hours. 4 CDs. Just as he finishes his story, another sounding of horns is heard in the distance. In despair, Mathilde begs him to save himself by running away, but Arnold is firm in his decision to defend his native land. Whilst every bystander holds his breath, Tell embraces his child, telling him to stand quite still, and then he passes the test triumphantly to the great joy of the people. The original cast was: Adolphe Nourrit (Arnold), Henri-Bernard Dabadie (Guillaume Tell), Nicholas-Prosper Levasseur (Walter), Bonnel (Melcthal), Alex Prévost (Gesler), Jean-Étienne Massol (Rodolphe), Ferdinand Prévost (Leuthold), Alexis Dupont (Pêcheur), Laure Cinti-Damoreau (Mathilde), Louise-Zulme Dabadie (Jemmy), Mori (Hedwige). As they make their way to William Tell's home, Arnold is distraught by his father's rebuke. When the boat is disappearing into the distance the soldiers rush in, headed by Rodolphe, who tries in vain to discover who it is that has helped Leuthold. Arnold promises that, when the day dawns that they must fight for their freedom, he will join the rebel army.