Farrenc: Orchestral Works Jean Muller, Solistes Europeens, Luxembourg & Christoph König

• Louise Farrenc (1804 - 1875): Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 32:
• 1 Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 32: I. Andante sostenuto - Allegro 10:49
• 2 Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 32: II. Adagio cantabile 08:03
• 3 Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 32: III. Minuetto. Moderato 04:32
• 4 Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 32: IV. Finale. Allegro assai 07:06
• Overture No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 23:
• 5 Overture No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 23 06:59
• Overture No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 24:
• 6 Overture No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 24 07:06
• Grandes variations sur un thème du Comte Gallenberg, Op. 25:
• 7 Grandes variations sur un thème du Comte Gallenberg, Op. 25 (Version for Piano & Orchestra) 13:37
• Total Runtime 58:12

Info for Farrenc: Orchestral Works

Louise Farrenc was renowned in her lifetime as a pianist, composer and teacher, but it is only recently that her compositions have emerged from many years of neglect. Symphony No. 1 in C minor—cast in the German tradition—is an exceptionally accomplished work, finely orchestrated, lyrical and fiery, and a substantial contribution to the canon. The Grand Variations on a Theme by Count Gallenberg is a showcase for virtuosic elegance, and the two overtures demonstrate real theatrical drama—Overture No. 2 was admired by no less a figure than Hector Berlioz.

Jean Muller, piano (track 7)
Solistes Européens, Luxembourg
Christoph König, conductor

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