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I run across composer's I've never heard of by finding them in the used record bins. Like this one which found its way into my bin.
A later EMI label. Recording qualities are very good. The music is dissonent and somehow lyrical. The ensemble playing the selections are all top grade talent of that day....I think.
The album is EMI catalog number emsp 553. A 2 record set in a laminated gatefold jacket.
R-7_2 gets the honors today.
-Steve
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His "Mouvements Perpétuels" is a fine small three-movement solo piano work.
Seriously the first time I've played this one (cleaned it many years ago, and then just put it away). While I've always been impressed with the likes of Helmut Walcha, Richter does some things with more (of what I perceive to be) authority in his playing.
Impressive control of the whole organ, not just speed on the manuals- indeed, there are some parts where his pedal playing is just as fast and fluid as his manual playing! Some players make the pedals sound like a chore. Not Mr. Richter. I am astounded!
Cheers,
Dman
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Great find. Jacques Fevrier was a close friend of the composer and champion of his music. His is still probably the best recording of the sextet, better than the one featuring Poulenc himself (which in fairness was made in one evening with players Poulenc had never played with before).
You can't go wrong with Poulenc.
"If people don't want to come, nothing will stop them" - Sol Hurok
I would also recommend Poulenc's Gloria for orchestra, chorus and soprano. Great music. I have performed this piece on two different occassions. A link to a recording on YouTube below.
Check out his organ concerto if you get a chance. Quite thrilling.
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