Joueurs de Flute, Op. 27

Flute and Piano

By Albert Roussel

Item Number: HL.51481092

ISBN 9790201810928. 9.25x12.25 inches.

The stimulus for this work, composed in 1924, was given by the French flautist Louis Fleury, who also gave the first performance of the work. The four single pieces “Pan,” “Tityre,” “Krishna,” and “Monsieur de la Péjaudie” (a character of a novel by Henri de Régnier) attempt to depict the nature of these imaginary flautists from mythology, religion and literature. Their specific cast is given by the sophisticated rhythm and striking harmony. It is fitting that this charming work has recently been enjoying increasing popularity.

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