This miniature Poulenc gem was discovered in 1997 and taken up by the American flute player Ransom Wilson. It's haunting C minor melody weaves its way across the flute adding chromatic inflections to increase the colouring. Wilson suggests a repeat which is a very successful way to make the music hold its own in any concert. This is stunningly beautiful music of the highest quality and fabulous to play too!
Translation is 'A flute player lullabies the ruins', music is dated 1942.
Performance duration (approx): 2'
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