Type: Book
by
- Gabriel Fauré
Now in one volume: 3 collections of Fauré songs composed in the years 1861-1904, set to the texts of such famous writers as Hugo, Gautier, Baudelaire and Verlaine, and including many of the most famous songs such as "Clair de lune," "Apres un reve," and "Les roses d'Ispahan." Reprinted from authoritative French editions. Set for medium voice.
Gabriel Fauré
SIXTY SONGS
Medium Voice
The elegantly expressive songs in this volume are among the finest works of the composer generally regarded as the greatest master of French song. Gabriel Fauré wrote them between 1861 and 1904, and gathered them into three collections, all reprinted here from authoritative French editions originally prepared for medium voice.
Set to texts by such distinguished writers as Victor Hugo, Théophile Gautier, Charles Baudelaire, Paul Verlaine and Jean Richepin, the songs reflect the subtle refinement of Fauré's creative sensibilities and the conviction he could bring to a broad range of moods. Included here are such well-known works as "Clair de lune," "Après un rêve" and "Les roses d'Ispahan," along with such touching masterpieces as "Chanson du pêcheur" and "L'absent," and the emotionally charged "Le voyageur" and "Automne."
In these exquisite compositions, among the most frequently performed and recorded songs today, singers will discover the strikingly individual textures, melodies and harmonies with which Fauré forged a musical style that bridged late-Romantic and 20th-century musical idioms, and deeply influenced a generation of composers.
Unabridged Dover (1990) republication of three series of songs originally published by J. Hamelle, Paris, n.d. New translation of song texts by Stanley Appelbaum. 288pp. 8 3/8 x 11. Paperbound.
Free Dover Music Catalog (59057-7) available upon request.
9 780486 265346
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