Le carnaval des animaux: 1. Introduction et marche royale du LionCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 2. Poules et coqsCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 3. Hémiones (Ou animaux véloces)Camille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 4. TortuesCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 5. L'éléphantCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 6. KangourousCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 7. AquariumCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 8. Personnages à longues oreillesCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 9. Le Coucou au fond des boisCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 10. VolièreCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 11. PianistesCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 12. FossilesCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 13. Le cygneCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Le carnaval des animaux: 14. FinaleCamille Saint-Saëns, Philharmonia Orchestra, Igor Markevitch, Géza Anda, Bela Siki
Concerto pour piano No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. Andante sostenuto (Molto animato)Camille Saint-Saëns, Jeanne-Marie Darre, Orchestre national de la radiodiffudion française, Louis Fourestier
Concerto pour piano No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: II. Allegro scherzandoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jeanne-Marie Darre, Orchestre national de la radiodiffudion française, Louis Fourestier
Concerto pour piano No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: III. PrestoCamille Saint-Saëns, Jeanne-Marie Darre, Orchestre national de la radiodiffudion française, Louis Fourestier
Havanaise, Op. 83Camille Saint-Saëns, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Pierre Monteux, Leonid Kogan
Le rouet d'Omphale in A Major, Op. 31Camille Saint-Saëns, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Charles Münch
Introduction et rondo capriccioso, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra, William Steinberg, Jascha Heifetz
Danse macabre, Op. 40Camille Saint-Saëns, Charles Münch, Orchestre du Concertgebouw
Le bonheur est chose légèreCamille Saint-Saëns, Ninon Vallin, Raoul Barthalay, Madeleine D'aleman
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Camille Saint-Saëns with this captivating 1958 release from Les Indispensables de Diapason. This classical masterpiece spans a diverse range of compositions, offering a rich and varied listening experience that showcases Saint-Saëns' extraordinary talent and versatility.
The album opens with the delightful "Le Carnaval des animaux," a suite of fourteen movements that vividly depicts a variety of animals through music. Each piece is a miniature masterpiece, from the majestic "Marche royale du Lion" to the graceful "Le cygne." Following this, the album presents the powerful and dramatic "Concerto pour piano No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22," a three-movement work that highlights the composer's ability to blend technical brilliance with deep emotional expression.
The album also includes several standout solo pieces, such as the seductive "Havanaise, Op. 83," the playful "Le rouet d'Omphale in A Major, Op. 31," the virtuosic "Introduction et rondo capriccioso, Op. 28," and the haunting "Danse macabre, Op. 40." Each of these works demonstrates Saint-Saëns' unique ability to create music that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Saint-Saëns' musical genius. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire you. So, sit back, relax, and let the timeless melodies of Camille Saint-Saëns transport you to a world of musical wonder.
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