Listening Through The Dictionary of Composers and Their Music
Ernest Chausson (1855-1899)
Bio
A tragic figure, Chausson was a rising star in the French Romantic movement having studied at the Paris Conservatoire under Massenet. He was also influenced by Franck and Wagner and served as a sort of representative of French culture as the secretary of the Société Nationale de Musique. While in the role he interacted with scores of prominent artists including Debussy, Monet, Albéniz, Fauré, and many others. He died at the age of 44 in a bicycle accident, passing before his composing career really took shape.
Music
Symphony in B-flat
The Legend of Saint Cecile
String Quartet in C minor
Piano Quartet in A major
Poème for Violin and Orchestra
Concert for Violin, Piano and String Quartet
Concerto in D
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