Emmanuel Pahud, the renowned French-Swiss flautist, presents a captivating collection of chamber music on his album "French Connection." Released on November 25, 2005, under Warner Classics, this album offers a delightful journey through the works of prominent French composers, spanning a duration of 56 minutes.
The album opens with a charming waltz from Shostakovich's Suite from the Return of Maxim, arranged by Atovmyan for flute, clarinet, and piano. It continues with Villa-Lobos' Chôros No. 2, a piece that showcases the dynamic interplay between flute and clarinet. The heart of the album is dedicated to the works of French composers, including Schmitt's Sonatine en trio, Milhaud's Sonata for Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, and Piano, and Jolivet's Sonatina for Flute and Clarinet. These pieces highlight the technical prowess and expressive range of the performers.
Emmanuel Pahud's virtuosity shines throughout the album, particularly in the Emmanuel Sonata for Flute, Clarinet, and Piano. The album concludes with another Shostakovich piece, the Barrel Organ Waltz from the Suite from the Gadfly, leaving the listener with a sense of satisfaction and musical fulfillment.
"French Connection" is a testament to Pahud's artistry and his ability to bring out the best in these chamber music pieces. It's an album that will appeal to both classical music enthusiasts and those looking to explore the rich tapestry of French chamber music.
Shostakovich / Arr. Atovmyan for Flute, Clarinet and Piano: Suite from the Return of Maxim, Op. 45: No. 3, ValseDmitri Shostakovich, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Villa-Lobos: Chôros No. 2 for Flute and Clarinet, W197Heitor Villa-Lobos, Emmanuel Pahud, Paul Meyer
Schmitt: Sonatine en trio, Op. 85: I. Assez animéFlorent Schmitt, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Schmitt: Sonatine en trio, Op. 85: II. Assez vifFlorent Schmitt, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Schmitt: Sonatine en trio, Op. 85: III. Très lenteFlorent Schmitt, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Schmitt: Sonatine en trio, Op. 85: IV. AniméFlorent Schmitt, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Milhaud: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet, Oboe and Piano, Op. 47: I. TranquilleDarius Milhaud, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, François Meyer, Paul Meyer
Milhaud: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet, Oboe and Piano, Op. 47: II. JoyeuxDarius Milhaud, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, François Meyer, Paul Meyer
Milhaud: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet, Oboe and Piano, Op. 47: III. EmportéDarius Milhaud, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, François Meyer, Paul Meyer
Milhaud: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet, Oboe and Piano, Op. 47: IV. DouloureuxDarius Milhaud, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, François Meyer, Paul Meyer
Jolivet: Sonatina for Flute and Clarinet: I. AndantinoAndré Jolivet, Emmanuel Pahud, Paul Meyer
Jolivet: Sonatina for Flute and Clarinet: II. Quasi cadenzaAndré Jolivet, Emmanuel Pahud, Paul Meyer
Jolivet: Sonatina for Flute and Clarinet: III. IntermezzoAndré Jolivet, Emmanuel Pahud, Paul Meyer
Emmanuel: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet and Piano, Op. 11: I. Allegro con spiritoMaurice Emmanuel, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Emmanuel: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet and Piano, Op. 11: II. AdagioMaurice Emmanuel, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Emmanuel: Sonata for Flute, Clarinet and Piano, Op. 11: III. Molto allegro e leggierissimoMaurice Emmanuel, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
Shostakovich / Arr. Atovmyan for Flute, Clarinet and Piano: Suite from the Gadfly, Op. 97a: V. Barrel Organ WaltzDmitri Shostakovich, Emmanuel Pahud, Eric Le Sage, Paul Meyer
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