An independent Mind
Ravel鈥檚 determination to follow his own creative path put him at odds with several influential figures in Paris鈥檚 musical establishment. Presented by Donald Macleod.
Ravel鈥檚 determination to follow his own creative instincts, rather than his formal training, put him at odds with several influential figures in Paris鈥檚 musical establishment. As he hovered on the cusp of success, he worried that their disapproval might hold back his career. Presented by Donald Macleod.
Jeux d'eau
Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano
Sh茅h茅razade: 3. L'indiff茅rent
Elly Ameling, soprano
San Francisco Symphony, conducted by Edo de Waart
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales
Orchestre du Capitole de Toulouse, conducted by Michel Plasson
Miroirs, 5. La Vall茅e des Cloches
Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, piano
Une Barque sur L'oc茅an
Alborada del Gracioso
Berlin Philharmonic, conducted by Pierre Boulez
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