This is a must have. Though lacking the dialogue it isn't missing a thing. The music is all beautiful and recorded well with the exception of King Gama in the first scene when he sings, "perhaps if you address the lady" it sounds distant. But this is one of Gilbert and Sullivans greatest works especially Sullivans. Some of his most unique and breathtaking music is in this opera. The addition of Pinapple Poll is also excellent and brilliant piece of work thats fun for any G&S fan.