Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Jean Françaix with his captivating album "Françaix spielt Françaix," released in 1991 under the Wergo label. This neoclassical and chamber music gem spans a concise yet impactful 56 minutes, offering a delightful journey through Françaix's musical genius.
The album opens with the "Concerto pour deux pianos et orchestre," a four-movement masterpiece that showcases Françaix's ability to blend playful elegance with intricate musical dialogue. The concerto's lively "Allegro giocoso" and the fiery "Allegro fieramente" are particularly noteworthy, demonstrating the composer's knack for creating dynamic and engaging pieces.
Following the concerto, the album presents "Variations sur un thème plaisant," a series of ten variations that highlight Françaix's skill in transforming a simple theme into a rich tapestry of musical expressions. Each variation offers a unique perspective, from the moderate tempo of the opening to the vivacious finale.
The album concludes with "Cinq portraits de jeunes filles," a charming suite of five character pieces that paint vivid musical portraits of young women. Each portrait, from the capricious "La Capricieuse" to the modern "La Moderne," offers a glimpse into Françaix's whimsical and imaginative world.
Throughout the album, Françaix's compositions are brought to life with exquisite performances that capture the essence of his musical style. "Françaix spielt Françaix" is a testament to the composer's enduring legacy and a treat for lovers of neoclassical and chamber music alike.
Tracks
Concerto pour deux pianos et orchestre: I. Allegro giocosoJean Françaix, Claude Françaix, Sinfonieorchester des Südwestfunks, Baden-Baden, Pierre Stoll
Concerto pour deux pianos et orchestre: II. Doppio più lentoJean Françaix, Claude Françaix, Sinfonieorchester des Südwestfunks, Baden-Baden, Pierre Stoll
Concerto pour deux pianos et orchestre: III. ScherzandoJean Françaix, Claude Françaix, Sinfonieorchester des Südwestfunks, Baden-Baden, Pierre Stoll
Concerto pour deux pianos et orchestre: IV. Allegro fieramenteJean Françaix, Claude Françaix, Sinfonieorchester des Südwestfunks, Baden-Baden, Pierre Stoll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: I. ModeratoJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: II. Variation IJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: III. Variation IIJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: IV. Variation III (Vivace)Jean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: V. Variation IV (Andantino)Jean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: VI. Variation VJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: VII. Variation VIJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: VIII. Variation VIIJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: IX. Variation VIIIJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: X. Variation IX (Vivace)Jean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Variations sur un thème plaisant: XI. Come primo - VivaceJean Françaix, Bläser Ensemble Mainz, Klaus Rainer Schöll
Cinq portraits de jeunes filles: I. La CapricieuseJean Françaix
Cinq portraits de jeunes filles: II. La TendreJean Françaix
Cinq portraits de jeunes filles: III. La PrétentieuseJean Françaix
Cinq portraits de jeunes filles: IV. La PensiveJean Françaix
Cinq portraits de jeunes filles: V. La ModerneJean Françaix
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