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This score highlights Massenet's characteristic writing: a \u003cstrong\u003erefined instrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of suggesting the psychological fragility of the hero, while at times deploying broad dramatic gestures supported by a fully operatic vocal line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe musical material presented here stands out for its editorial approach: unlike previous editions, this version is \u003cstrong\u003eestablished from the composer's autograph\u003c\/strong\u003e and thus offers the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal version\u003c\/strong\u003e of the work. Some adjustments historically linked to the 1892 premiere (reductions made by Massenet, likely due to the vocal difficulties of the role's creator) are omitted here, which restores the full impact of the finale's construction and the overall dramatic pacing. 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