Florent Schmitt, a celebrated French composer, presents a captivating collection of his works in "Florent Schmitt: Fonctionnaire MCMXII." Released on August 18, 2017, under Salamandre-productions, this album offers a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Schmitt's mastery of orchestration and his unique musical voice.
The album opens with "Fonctionnaire MCMXII, inaction en musique, Op. 74," a piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. The centerpiece of the album is the "Suite sans esprit de suite, Op. 89," a five-movement suite that takes the audience through a variety of moods and musical landscapes. From the majestic "Majeza" to the haunting "Thrène," each movement is a testament to Schmitt's ability to evoke powerful emotions through music.
The album also features the "Soirs, Op. 5: 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestre," a set of eight short pieces that offer a more intimate and reflective listening experience. Each piece, from the dreamy "En rêvant" to the pastoral "Églogue," is a miniature masterpiece that showcases Schmitt's ability to create evocative musical scenes.
The album concludes with an instrumental version of "Fonctionnaire MCMXII, inaction en musique, Op. 74," providing a fitting bookend to the collection. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 8 minutes, "Florent Schmitt: Fonctionnaire MCMXII" is a comprehensive exploration of Schmitt's work that is sure to delight both new and longtime fans of the composer.
Tracks
Fonctionnaire MCMXII, inaction en musique, Op. 74Florent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart, Vincent Figuri
Suite sans esprit de suite, Op. 89: I. MajezaFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Suite sans esprit de suite, Op. 89: II. CharmillesFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Suite sans esprit de suite, Op. 89: III. Pécorée de CalabreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Suite sans esprit de suite, Op. 89: IV. ThrèneFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Suite sans esprit de suite, Op. 89: V. BronxFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: I. En rêvant - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: II. Spleen - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: III. Gaiety - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: IV. Après l'été - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: V. Parfum exotique - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: VI. Sur l'onde - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: VII. Un soir - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Soirs, Op. 5: VIII. Églogue - 8 pièces brèves pour petit orchestreFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
Fonctionnaire MCMXII, inaction en musique, Op. 74 - Version instrumentaleFlorent Schmitt, Orchestre Philharmonique de Rhénanie, James Lockhart
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