Still don't see how to enter a new post here, but I have a question that is related to this inquiry, so I'm replying with it.

Benoist wrote the music for La Gypsy, Paquerette, and Le Diable Amoreux; G. Costa, for Alma; B. Shell, for Petipas' Cinderella; and C.M. Widor, for La Korrigane. These were all popular ballets, and I suspect the music was terrific. Has anyone heard any of it or know much about the composers? I have a suspicion I would like Shell's effort better than Prokofiev's.

Lorenzo Verlaine

I've opened this thread for your topic, Lorenzo.

We have How-To instructions in "About this site." http://ballettalk.invisionzone.com/index.php?showtopic=20527

As for new topics, once you have opened a forum (such as "Ballet History and Music,") you'll see a New Topic button near the top of the screen on the right.

Thanks ever so much; as often happens, I overlooked the obvious. Shall try to be a more responsible member.

L.V.