Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Jean Françaix with the captivating album "Très Françaix," released on August 1, 2014, under the Oboe Classics label. This exquisite collection of neoclassical and chamber music pieces showcases Françaix's remarkable ability to blend traditional forms with a playful, modern sensibility. The album spans nearly six decades of the composer's career, from the early 1971 string quartet "Quatuor" to the 1992 sextet "Sixtuor," and includes the delightful "Variations sur un thème plaisant" from 1976. Each track is a testament to Françaix's wit, elegance, and technical prowess, offering a rich tapestry of musical textures and emotions. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Très Françaix" promises a rewarding and engaging listening experience. With a total runtime of 59 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to the charming and inventive world of Jean Françaix.
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Tracks
Variations sur un thème plaisant (1976): Tema - Nine variations - Come primoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Diana Ambache, Anthony Robb, Sandra Skipper, Jeremy Polmear, Christopher Hooker, Neyire Ashworth, Alan Andrews, Philip Gibbon, Damian Brasington, Susan Dent, Alexia Cammish
Quatuor (1971): I. Allegro vivaceJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Jeremy Polmear, David Juritz, Martin Outram, Rebecca Knight
Quatuor (1971): II. Andante tranquilloJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Jeremy Polmear, David Juritz, Martin Outram, Rebecca Knight
Quatuor (1971): III. Vivo assaiJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Jeremy Polmear, David Juritz, Martin Outram, Rebecca Knight
Quatuor (1971): IV. AndantinoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Jeremy Polmear, David Juritz, Martin Outram, Rebecca Knight
Quatuor (1971): V. Allegro giocosoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Jeremy Polmear, David Juritz, Martin Outram, Rebecca Knight
Sixtuor (1992): I. RisolutoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Alan Andrews, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent
Sixtuor (1992): II. AndanteJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Alan Andrews, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent
Sixtuor (1992): III. ScherzoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Alan Andrews, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent
Sixtuor (1992): IV. AndanteJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Alan Andrews, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent
Sixtuor (1992): V. RisolutoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Alan Andrews, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent
Elégie (1990): LargoJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Sandra Skipper, Jeremy Polmear, Christopher Hooker, Alan Andrews, Neyire Ashworth, Philip Gibbon, Damian Brasington, Susan Dent, Alexia Cammish
L'heure du Berger: I. Les Vieux BeauxJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent, Diana Ambache
L'heure du Berger: II. Pin-up GirlsJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent, Diana Ambache
L'heure du Berger: III. Les petits nerveuxJean Françaix, Jeremy Polmear and friends, Anthony Robb, Jeremy Polmear, Neyire Ashworth, Philip Gibbon, Susan Dent, Diana Ambache
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