Het werk van deze componist is diep doordrenkt van een passie voor 16e-eeuwse kerkmuziek, een basis die zijn dramatische opera's informeert, met name zijn gevierde bewerking van Goethes epos. Zijn muziek kenmerkt zich door vloeiende melodieën en opmerkelijk theatralisch vernuft, wat hem blijvende populariteit opleverde. Naast opera omvat zijn oeuvre diepzinnige oratoria en suggestieve liederen, die allemaal tijdens zijn leven aanzienlijke erkenning kregen.
Written during a creative break from opera, this symphony by Gouod premiered in 1855 in Paris. Its publication included scores and arrangements, notably one for piano duet by a young Georges Bizet. This arrangement likely inspired Bizet to compose his own Symphony in C major, which remained largely overlooked until after his death. The work reflects the interconnectedness of composers and their influences during the 19th century, showcasing the evolution of symphonic music during that period.
An excerpt from Gounod's most famous opera makes a wonderful programming option. Vigorous, robust, and energetic, it's a proven winner.
Instrumentation: 1.2.2.2: 2.0.0.0 This charming work in four movements was requested by Charles Gounod by a Parisian wind ensemble called Societe de Musique Pout Instruments a Vent led by famed flautist Paul Taffanel. Written for flute, two oboes, two clarinets, two horns, and two bassoo
Libreto k opeře "Faust a Markétka" od francouzského skladatele Charlese Gounoda (1818-1893). Úvodní stať napsal Jarmil Burghauser.
