Immerse yourself in the profound and moving choral works of Francis Poulenc with Accentus' stunning 2001 release, "Poulenc: Figure Humaine." This exquisite collection, spanning just under 39 minutes, is a testament to the power of choral music, blending the sacred and the secular in a way that only Poulenc could master.
The album is divided into two main sections: "Sept chansons" and "Figure humaine." The former is a set of seven songs that showcase Poulenc's lyrical genius, with each piece offering a unique emotional landscape. The latter, "Figure humaine," is a monumental choral work that Poulenc composed in secret during the Nazi occupation of Paris. It's a piece of profound beauty and resilience, with texts drawn from the poetry of Paul Éluard, a member of the French Resistance.
Accentus, under the direction of Laurence Equilbey, delivers a performance of breathtaking precision and passion. Their voices soar and whisper, painting a vivid picture of Poulenc's musical world. The album was released under the naïve classique label, a fitting home for this exploration of Poulenc's choral masterpieces.
From the haunting beauty of "La menace sous le ciel rouge" to the triumphant "Liberté," this album is a journey through some of the most significant choral works of the 20th century. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Accentus' interpretation of Poulenc's works is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Sept chansons - La Blanche NeigeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Sept chansons - À Peine DéfiguréeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Sept chansons - Par une nuit nouvelleLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Jean-François Chiama, Paul-Alexandre Dubois, Francis Poulenc
Sept chansons - Tous les droitsLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Sept chansons - Belle et ressemblanteLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Sept chansons - MarieLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Sept chansons - LuireLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - De tous les printemps du mondeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Violaine Lucas, Solange Anorga, Nicolas Kern, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - En chantant les servantes s'élancentLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - Aussi bas que le silenceLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - Toi ma patienceLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - Riant du ciel et des planètesLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - Le jour m'étonne et la nuit me fait peurLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - La menace sous le ciel rougeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - LibertéLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - De grandes cuillers de neigeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - La bonne neigeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - Bois meurtriLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
Figure humaine - La nuit le froid la solitudeLaurence Equilbey, Accentus, Francis Poulenc
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