Avant l'orage: French String Trios, 1926–1939 by Black Oak Ensemble - Uhune

ALBUM

Volume 1

Volume 2

This is the second album of unusual early 20th century repertory issued by the Black Oak Ensemble, clearly, a group to watch. Here the group offers seven string trios from the years 1926 to 1939, "Avant l'Orage" ("Before the Storm"), in the words of the album title. The puckish works of Jean Françaix sometimes show up in the programming of chamber music societies and the like, but most of the composers here are rare finds, even in France. The works by Henri Tomasi, Robert Casadesus (the pianist), and Gustave Samazeuilh are recorded here for the first time. The pieces have a neoclassic tinge and hold together nicely, reflecting the French neoclassic values of balance, melodicism, and gentle wit. The influence of Debussy's Impressionism is there, but it is on the margins, even in the Suite en trio of Debussy's student Samazeuilh; the harmonies march forward straightforwardly, and the works are formally clear. Yet there is nothing backward-looking about the music, which is fresh and lively. Several of the slow movements have a deeply lyrical tinge (sample the one by Jean Cras, who, in addition to composing, was a French naval officer). In general, this music deserves to be much better known than it is, and it would enliven any university music recital.
© James Manheim /TiVo

Volume 1

1. I. Prélude

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer

2. II. Nocturne

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer

3. III. Scherzo

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer

4. IV. Final

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer
Composer: Henri Tomasi; Composer

5. I. —

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer

6. II. Lent

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer

7. III. Animé

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer

8. IV. Très animé

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer
Composer: Jean Cras; Composer

9. I. Presto

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Emile Goue; Composer
Composer: Emile Goue; Composer

10. II. Adagio

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Emile Goue; Composer
Composer: Emile Goue; Composer

11. III. Final en forme de tarantelle

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Emile Goue; Composer
Composer: Emile Goue; Composer

12. I. Allegretto vivo

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Francaix; Composer
Composer: Jean Françaix; Composer

13. II. Scherzo

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Francaix; Composer
Composer: Jean Françaix; Composer

14. III. Andante

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Francaix; Composer
Composer: Jean Françaix; Composer

15. IV. Rondo

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Jean Francaix; Composer
Composer: Jean Françaix; Composer

Volume 2

1. I. Allegro con brio

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Robert Casadesus; Composer
Composer: Robert Casadesus; Composer

2. II. Légende

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Robert Casadesus; Composer
Composer: Robert Casadesus; Composer

3. III. Allegro aperto

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Robert Casadesus; Composer
Composer: Robert Casadesus; Composer

4. I. Prélude

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer

5. II. Française

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer

6. III. Sarabande

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer

7. IV. Divertissement

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer

8. V. Musette

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer

9. VI. Forlane

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer
Composer: Gustave Samazeuilh; Composer

10. No. 1, Modéré, sans lenteur

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gabriel Pierné; Composer
Composer: Gabriel Pierné; Composer

11. No. 2, Chanson

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gabriel Pierné; Composer
Composer: Gabriel Pierné; Composer

12. No. 3, Les trois clercqs de Sainct-Nicholas

by Black Oak Ensemble

Primary Artist: Black Oak Ensemble; Main Performer
Ensemble: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Orchestra: Black Oak Ensemble; Ensemble
Composer: Gabriel Pierné; Composer
Composer: Gabriel Pierné; Composer

Technical Specifications

Volume

2 volumes in total

Tracks

27 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

2 hours, 7 minutes and 14 seconds

Explicit

None

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Booklet

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Stereo

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Lyrics

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Synchronized Lyrics

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Genres

Chamber Music, Classical

Label

Cedille

Music Distribution Service

Naxos of America Inc.

Country

United States

Language

No linguistic content

Popularity

Release Date

Jul 13, 2022

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UPC

735131921220