Gabriel Faur (1845-1924) was a seminal composer, organist, and teacher, pivotal in bridging the Romantic and modern eras in music. Born in Pamiers, France, he studied under Camille Saint-Sans at the cole Niedermeyer. Faur’s compositions are noted for their refined, lyrical style, including notable works such as Pavane, Requiem, Sicilienne, Berceuse and Aprs un rve. He held significant positions, including director of the Paris Conservatoire, influencing the next generation of composers – he was Maurice Ravel’s teacher, among others. Despite progressive deafness, he continued to compose prolifically. Faur’s music is celebrated for it’s elegance, innovation, and emotional depth, leaving a lasting impact on French musical history.

Label: Erato
UPC: 5021732275912
Release Date: December 27, 2024

Track List

1. Masques Et Bergamasques Op. 112: VIII. Pavane Op. 50
2. Suite de Pellas Et Mlisande Op. 80: III. Sicilienne
3. Requiem Op. 48: II. Offertoire
4. Requiem Op. 48: IV. Pie Jesu
5. Requiem Op. 48: VI. Libera Me
6. 3 Mlodies Op. 7: No. 1 Aprs Un Rve (Transcr. Bsser for Cello and Orchestra)
7. Berceuse Op. 16
8. 3 Romances Sans Paroles Op. 17: No. 3 in A-Flat Major
9. lgie in C minor Op. 24
10. Philippe Collard/Bruno Rigutto – Dolly Op. 56: I. Berceuse
11. Nocturne No. 1 in E-Flat minor Op. 33 No. 1 (Excerpt)
12. Requiem Op. 48: VII. in Paradisum