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  1. Albums
  2. jean françaix: works for winds - jean françaix

Jean Françaix - Jean Françaix: Works for Winds (LP)

Jean FrançaixJean Françaix
  • 2021
  • 34 tracks
  • 1 uur, 13 min
  • neoclassical
Jean Françaix: Works for Winds - Jean Françaix
Jean Françaix: Works for Winds
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Jean Françaix: Works for Winds - Jean Françaix
Jean Françaix: Works for Winds - Jean Françaix

Product description

Dive into the enchanting world of Jean Françaix with "Works for Winds," a captivating collection of neoclassical and chamber music compositions that showcase the composer's unique voice and mastery of form. Released on October 22, 2021, this album features the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne under the direction of Nicolas Chalvin, delivering a nuanced and vibrant performance that brings Françaix's works to life.

Spanning a diverse range of pieces, from the whimsical "Musique pour faire plaisir" inspired by Francis Poulenc to the lively "Sept danses" based on the ballet "Les Malheurs de Sophie," this album offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences. Françaix's playful and inventive spirit shines through in each composition, whether it's the elegant "Neuf pièces caractéristiques" or the charming "Trois Écossaises" inspired by Frédéric Chopin.

The album also includes Françaix's arrangements of works by other composers, such as Franz Schubert's "Trois marches militaires" and a poignant "Élégie" commemorating the bicentennial of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's death. These interpretations showcase Françaix's ability to infuse new life into classic works, adding his own distinctive touch.

Recorded in January 2021 at the Lausanne Opera in Switzerland, the album benefits from exceptional sound quality, allowing the intricate details of Françaix's compositions to shine. With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "Works for Winds" is a delightful journey through the musical landscape of Jean Françaix, offering something for every classical music enthusiast. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Françaix's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.

Tracks

  1. Musique pour faire plaisir: I. Petite valse-Introduction - After Francis PoulencJean Françaix, Francis Poulenc, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    2:19
  2. Musique pour faire plaisir: II. Élégie - After Francis PoulencJean Françaix, Francis Poulenc, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    4:39
  3. Musique pour faire plaisir: III. L'Embarquement pour Cythère-Grande valse démocratique - After Francis PoulencJean Françaix, Francis Poulenc, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    2:36
  4. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: I. PrestoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:35
  5. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: II. AmorosoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    3:02
  6. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: III. NotturnoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    2:33
  7. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: IV. Subito vivoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:10
  8. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: V. AllegroJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    0:47
  9. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: VI. AndantinoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:35
  10. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: VII. LeggierissimoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:05
  11. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: VIII. ModeratoJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:17
  12. Neuf pièces caractéristiques: IX. FinaleJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    2:21
  13. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): I. Le jeu de la poupéeJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:48
  14. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): II. Funérailles de la poupéeJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    2:01
  15. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): III. La présentation des petits amisJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:02
  16. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): IV. Variation de PaulJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:34
  17. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): V. Pas de deux entre Sophie et PaulJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:55
  18. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): VI. Le goûterJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    2:29
  19. Sept danses (d'après le ballet sur "Les Malheurs de Sophie"): VII. Danse des filets à papillonsJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:55
  20. Élégie pour commémorer le bicentenaire de la mort de W. A. MozartJean Françaix, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    5:08
  21. Cortège burlesque - After Emmanuel ChabrierJean Françaix, Emmanuel Chabrier, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    5:23
  22. Trois Écossaises: I. Vivace - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:00
  23. Trois Écossaises: II. [...] - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    0:43
  24. Trois Écossaises: III. Giocoso - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    0:41
  25. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: I. Introduzione. A capriccio - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:10
  26. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: II. Tema. Andantino - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:08
  27. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: III. Variation 1. Elegantamente - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    0:47
  28. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: IV. Variation 2. Scherzando - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    0:42
  29. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: V. Variation 3. Tranquillamente - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:01
  30. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: VI. Variation 4. Meno mosso - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:29
  31. Variations sur un air populaire allemand: VII. Variation 5. Tempo di valse. Molto brillante - After Frédéric ChopinJean Françaix, Frédéric Chopin, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    1:12
  32. Trois marches militaires: I. Allegro molto moderato - After Franz SchubertJean Françaix, Franz Schubert, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    3:31
  33. Trois marches militaires: II. Allegro - After Franz SchubertJean Françaix, Franz Schubert, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    6:28
  34. Trois marches militaires: III. Allegro - After Franz SchubertJean Françaix, Franz Schubert, Nicolas Chalvin, Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
    5:01
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Product specifications

Details

Album
Jean Françaix: Works for Winds
Artist
Jean Françaix
Album release date
October 22, 2021
Label
Claves Records
Available
No

Product information

Mono or stereo
Stereo
Duration
1 uur, 13 min
Tracks
34 tracks

Other

Limited Edition
No
Genre
Neoclassical
Box set
No
Remastered
No
Reissue
No

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About Jean Françaix

Jean Françaix, born in Le Mans, France, in 1912, was a prolific composer, pianist, and orchestrator whose vibrant neoclassical style continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Encouraged by his musically inclined family—his father directed the Le Mans Conservatory, and his mother taught singing—Françaix began composing at a remarkably young age, publishing his first piano piece at just nine years old. His extensive oeuvre spans symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and vocal works, all marked by elegance, clarity, and a distinctive Gallic charm. Françaix's music is celebrated for its wit, catchy tunes, and multi-leveled humor, making it a delight for both casual listeners and classical connoisseurs. Throughout his career, he received numerous prestigious awards, including the Grand Prix du Disque and the Grand Prix SACEM de la musique symphonique. Françaix's legacy endures through his extensive discography and the enduring popularity of his compositions, which continue to be performed and enjoyed in concert halls and on recordings.

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