I love how Massenet could evoke so many different locales, exotica, time periods. He sounds like himself, but can always morph a bit, to suit the piece. I think he was a really talented guy: good melodies, interesting orchestration, plenty of variety.
I love how Massenet could evoke so many different locales, exotica, time periods. He sounds like himself, but can always morph a bit, to suit the piece. I think he was a really talented guy: good melodies, interesting orchestration, plenty of variety.
Somehow reminds me of the Strauß waltzes. What an enlightened work!
5:00 Surprising precursor to Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances (mvt 1)