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The Worlds of Gilbert and Sullivan

This wonderful and intricate piece is sometimes referred to as a Quartet and Chorus; at other times a Sextet and Chorus; and sometimes delicately as a Sestet and Chorus! Whatever its title (and it is a sure bet that G&S didn't give it one) it is a superb musical gem.

You will probably need access to the Vocal Score to follow all the parts. Why not get a copy from your local library? It's worth it! Or, if you prefer, just listen to the weaving of the music in this MusicSmiles arrangement, and imagine them trying to unravel the court-case quandary. It's a hoot!

A Nice Dilemma

Judge: A nice dilemma we have here,
That calls for all our wit,
For al our w . .i . . t:

Counsel: And at this stage,
It don't appear
That we can set . . tle it.

Defendant: If I to wed the girl am loth -
A breach 'twill surely be,

Plaintiff: And if he goes and marries both -
It counts as Burglaree.

Above Quartet + Usher & Foreman in harmony:

A nice dilemma we have here
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Above Sextet plus SATB Chorus in harmony:

A nice dilemma we have here
That calls for all our wit
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That calls for all our . . wit

Usher: Silence in Court, silence in Court!

Can you hear the Usher trying to restore some sort of order to the rather unruly scene? In the end it all resolves itself in a rather surprising way, but not before audience (and cast) have had a great deal of musical fun! We hope you have enjoyed our Village Presentation of Gilbert & Sullivan's Trial by Jury. 

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