Francis Poulenc & Jean Franaix: Chamber Works Linos Ensemble CDProduct InformationUPC:4006408671916Product Type:Music CDFormat:Digital Audio Disc (DDD)Label:CapriccioCatalog Number:67191Release Year:2007Performers:Linos EnsembleProduction:Co-production with DeutschlandfunkMade in:GermanyOverviewThis refined Capriccio release showcases chamber works by two prominent 20th-century French composers, Francis Poulenc and Jean Franaix, performed by the acclaimed Linos Ensemble. The album includes PoulencsSextetfor piano and winds (FP 100) and hisTriofor piano, oboe, and bassoon (FP 43), both exemplifying his blend of wit, lyricism, and neoclassical charm.Complementing Poulencs works are Jean FranaixsOctet(1972) for clarinet, horn, bassoon, string quartet, and double bass, and theDix-Tuor(Dixtuor) (1986), which features a woodwind quintet alongside a string quartet and double bass. Franaixs compositions are celebrated for their sparkling textures, rhythmic vitality, and delightful inventiveness.Together, these works highlight the elegance and brilliance of French chamber music across the mid-20th century, brought vividly to life by the versatile and expressive Linos Ensemble.Product FeaturesFrancis Poulenc:Sextetfor piano, flute, oboe, clarinet, horn, and bassoon, FP 100 (1932/39) (tracks 13)Triofor piano, oboe, and bassoon, FP 43 (1926) (tracks 46)Jean Franaix:Performers:Linos EnsembleOctetfor clarinet, horn, bassoon, string quartet, and double bass (1972) (tracks 710)Dix-Tuor(Dixtuor) for wind quintet, string quartet, and double bass (1986) (tracks 1114)Format:Digital Audio Disc (DDD)Label:CapriccioCatalog Number:67191Interesting FactsFrench Neoclassicism:Poulenc and Franaix are leading figures in 20th-century French neoclassical music, combining classical forms with modern harmonies and playful expression.Linos Ensemble:Known for their clarity, style, and versatility, the ensemble brings a refined and engaging interpretation to these works.Broadcast Collaboration:The recording is a co-production with Deutschlandfunk, ensuring excellent sound quality and artistic integrity.Varied Chamber Forces:The album showcases diverse ensembles, from sextets and trios to octets and larger chamber groups, providing a rich listening experience.PublishersPublished by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. Distributed by Capriccio Records. All rights reserved under catalog number 67191.We value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!HashtagsEnglish:#FrancisPoulenc #JeanFranaix #LinosEnsemble #FrenchChamberMusic #CapriccioRecords #NeoclassicalMusic #Deutschlandfunk #ClassicalMusicCD #20thCenturyMusic