Hi Molly, hi folks,
As written, this duet (and the part of Eisenstein) is indeed written rather
high, and it is not uncommon to see Eisenstein played by a tenor. However,
here in the UK at least (I don't know about elsewhere), there is an "amateur"
version of the show, in which the part of Eisenstein is written approximately
a third lower, and sits more comfortably in the "average" baritone voice (as
if there were such a thing!).
This was brought home to me some years ago when I (a tenor) was asked to
audition for the role of Eisenstein with a local company. I turned up to find
with some horror that they were doing the lower version, which effectively
ruled me out of the running before I'd opened my mouth! I should've checked
in advance.....
Best wishes to all,
Nicktenor
www.nicksales.com - my personal site
www.tenorecord.com - my G&S CD
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