Farrenc / Konig / Muller Symphony 1 CD

Louise Farrenc was renowned in her lifetime as a pianist, composer and teacher, but it is only recently that her compositions have emerged from many years of neglect, Symphony No. 1 in C minor- cast in the German tradition- is an exceptionally accomplished work, finely orchestrated, lyrical and fiery, and a substantial contribution to the canon. The Grand Variations on a Theme by Count Gallenberg is a showcase for virtuosic elegance, and the two overtures demonstrate real theatrical drama- Overture No. 2 was admired by no less a figure than Hector Berlioz.

1. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 32 2. I. Andante Sostenuto - Allegro 3. II. Adagio Cantabile 4. III. Menuetto: Moderato 5. IV. Finale: Allegro Assai 6. Overture No. 1 in E minor, Op. 23 7. Overture No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 24 8. Grandes Variations Sur Un Th?me Du Comte Gallenberg (Grand Variations on a Theme By Count Gallenberg), Op. 25 (Version for Piano and Orchestra)