(c) Orchestre de Chambre de Paris Mozart's Clarinet Quintet: Orchestre de Chambre de Paris
Paris, Salle Cortot — Main Hall
About the Event
Both Mozart and Françaix were child prodigies, quickly thrust into the spotlight in
turbulent careers as child piano prodigies. Their bodies of work reveal similarities, such as the astonishing maturity of their early compositions and their ability to captivate audiences while maintaining a strong artistic identity. A comparison of their clarinet quintets reveals these various connections. Mozart’s lively, light, and cheerful movements take on a mischievous quality in Françaix’s hands. In both composers, the slow movements captivate with their melodic genius and emotional depth.
This program builds a bridge across the years. Mozart’s galant style sheds light on Françaix’s neoclassical struggles, while the former’s smooth harmonies inspire the latter’s boldness. All of this is brought together by a clarinet that is by turns warm and playful.
Cast / Production
Émeline Concé violin
Sophie Guille des Buttes violin
Stephie Souppaya viola
Livia Stanese cello
Florent Pujuila clarinet
Address
Salle Cortot, 78 rue Cardinet, Paris, France — Google Maps
