This audio-biography sets out to explain the timeless popularity of the operettas of Gilbert and Sullivan a colourful partnership of the most successful writers in the history of light music It highlights Gilberts mastery of language his wit, his turn of phrase, his brilliant lyrics and the special melodic gift which enabled Arthur Sullivan to write music of such beauty and style While each was a master of his craft, it was the combination that created magic sparks and guaranteed Gilbert and Sullivan a place in musical history