Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of César Franck's complete chamber music, meticulously compiled on this expansive album released by Klarthe Records. Spanning an impressive four hours and thirty-eight minutes, this collection showcases Franck's mastery of the chamber music genre, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that span a variety of moods, styles, and instrumental combinations.
The album features a diverse range of works, including piano quintets, string quartets, piano trios, sonatas for piano and violin, and even a duo concertant. Franck's ability to blend lyrical melodies with complex harmonies is evident throughout, as he navigates through different emotional landscapes with remarkable finesse. From the intense and dramatic to the tender and introspective, each piece offers a unique glimpse into Franck's musical genius.
Highlights include the Quintette pour piano et cordes in F Minor, a powerful and expressive work that demonstrates Franck's skill in combining the piano with string instruments. The Grand Trio pour piano, violon et violoncelle in C Minor is another standout, showcasing Franck's ability to create deeply moving music that resonates with both technical brilliance and emotional depth.
For those new to Franck's music, this album serves as an excellent introduction, while for seasoned fans, it is a comprehensive exploration of his chamber works. The meticulous performance and recording quality ensure that every nuance of Franck's compositions is captured, providing an immersive listening experience that is both engaging and rewarding. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or simply someone looking to explore the beauty of chamber music, César Franck's Complete Chamber Music is a treasure trove of musical delights that will captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Quintette pour piano et cordes in F Minor, CFF 121: I. Molto moderato quasi lento - AllegroCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Genet, Sandra Chamoux
Quintette pour piano et cordes in F Minor, CFF 121: II. Lento, con molto sentimentoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Genet, Sandra Chamoux
Quintette pour piano et cordes in F Minor, CFF 121: III. Allegro non troppo, ma con fuocoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Genet, Sandra Chamoux
Grand Trio pour piano, violon et violoncelle in C Minor, CFF 108César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Jeremy Genet, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B-Flat Major, Op. 1 No. 2, CFF 112 "Trio de salon": I. Allegro moderatoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B-Flat Major, Op. 1 No. 2, CFF 112 "Trio de salon": II. AndantinoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B-Flat Major, Op. 1 No. 2, CFF 112 "Trio de salon": III. MinuettoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B-Flat Major, Op. 1 No. 2, CFF 112 "Trio de salon": IV. Final. Allegro moltoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Duo concertant sur des motifs de Gulistan de Dalayrac in B-Flat Major, CFF 117César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1 No. 1, CFF 111: I. Andante con motoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1 No. 1, CFF 111: II. Allegro moltoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 1 No. 1, CFF 111: III. Final. Allegro maestosoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B Minor, Op. 1 No. 3, CFF 113: I. AllegroCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B Minor, Op. 1 No. 3, CFF 113: II. AdagioCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Trio avec piano in B Minor, Op. 1 No. 3, CFF 113: III. Final (Poco lento - Moderato ma molto energico - Il doppio piu lento - Tempo 1 )César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Damien Ventula, Sandra Chamoux
Melancolie in E Minor, CFF 122César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Quatuor à cordes in D Major, CFF 124: I. Poco lento - AllegroCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Gene
Quatuor à cordes in D Major, CFF 124: II. Scherzo - VivaceCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Gene
Quatuor à cordes in D Major, CFF 124: III. LarghettoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Gene
Quatuor à cordes in D Major, CFF 124: IV. Final. Allegro moltoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Gene
Andantino quietoso in E-Flat Major, Op. 6, CFF 115César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Sonate pour piano et violon in A Major, CFF 123: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Sonate pour piano et violon in A Major, CFF 123: II. AllegroCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Sonate pour piano et violon in A Major, CFF 123: III. Ben moderato - Recitative - FantasiaCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Sonate pour piano et violon in A Major, CFF 123: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Sandra Chamoux
Trio Concertant in B Minor, Op. 2 No. 4, CFF 114César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Jeremy Genet, Sandra Chamoux
Solo de piano avec accompagnement de quintette à cordes in E Major, CFF 116César Franck, Ensemble Des Equilibres, Agnès Pyka, Marie Orenga, Emmanuel Haratyk, Jeremy Genet, Rémi Demangeon, Sandra Chamoux