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Apprentis sorciers (L'esprit symphonique français)

Danse macabre, Op. 40 (Transc. for 2 Pianos by Camille Saint-Saëns) [Arr. for Organ]

Johann Sebastian Bach, Vol. 1

Toccata and Fugue in D Minor BWV 565

A selection of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake score.

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake Suite (Op.20) - Spanish Dance - Part 7 8

This "Chaconne Paysanne" from "Dance Suite no.2", draws inspiration from the traditional chaconne form while incorporating elements evocative of rural life. Built around a recurring rhythmic motif, the piece explores a range of harmonic and melodic variations that alternately reflect the discipline of agricultural work and the vitality of popular folk dances.

The composition stands out for its balance between the classical structure inherited from the Baroque era and a more direct, intentionally uncluttered writing style that highlights the simplicity and authenticity of the sonorities. This approach creates an atmosphere that is both solid and lively, remaining faithful to the spirit of the rural traditions that inspired the work.
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Cette "Chaconne Paysanne" issu de la "Suite de Danse no.2" pour piano, composée par Pierre Fontaine, s’inspire de la forme traditionnelle de la chaconne tout en y intégrant des éléments évocateurs du monde rural. Basée sur un motif rythmique répété, la pièce explore différentes variations harmoniques et mélodiques qui traduisent tour à tour la rigueur du travail de la terre et la vitalité des danses populaires.

La composition se distingue par son équilibre entre la structure classique héritée du baroque et une écriture plus moderne, volontairement dépouillée, qui met en valeur la simplicité et l’authenticité des sonorités. Cette approche permet de créer une atmosphère à la fois solide et vivante, fidèle à l’esprit des traditions paysannes qui ont inspiré l’œuvre.

Recorded: July 23rd, 2025
Composer & Pianist: Pierre Fontaine
Dedicated to Stéphane Delplace.

Score available for purchase on pierrefontaine.composer@gmail.com

Copyright Pierre Fontaine © All rights reserved

Painting : "La Danse des paysans (Der Bauerntanz)", Pieter Brueghel l'Ancien, 1567

Chaconne Paysanne | Petite Orchestre Symphonique

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Tina Takes Newt In / Macusa Headquarters

Requiem [Volume 10]

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Requiem in D Minor, K626 - Introitus

V013-Antonio Vivaldi – The Four Seasons Concerto No. 2 In G Minor, RV 315, Summer I. Allegro non molto

Antonín Dvořák — Symphony No. 9 In E Minor  From The New World , Op. 95 IV. Allegro Con Fuoco

Carl Orff - Carmina Burana, "O Fortuna"

Performer: 't Muziek Frascati, May 14th, 2009, Concert Hall Leuven 
Conductor: Kris Stroobants

http://www.tmuziekfrascati.be/concert/5

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"Prince Igor is an opera in four acts with a prologue. It was composed by Alexander Borodin. The composer adapted the libretto from the East Slavic epic The Lay of Igor's Host, which recounts the campaign of Russian prince Igor Svyatoslavich against the invading Polovtsian tribes in 1185. The opera was left unfinished upon the composer's death in 1887 and was edited and completed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov and Alexander Glazunov. It was first performed in St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1890." (source: Wikipedia)

'Polovtsian Dances' from 'Prince Igor' (Alexander Borodin)

Marche Slave, Op. 31 by Tchaikovsky performed at the July 21st concert to benefit the Sean Hanna Foundation

Marche Slave, Op. 31 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

30 Essentials Classics, Volume 3

Requiem: II. Dies Irae - Tuba Mirum

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Toccata and Fugue in D Minor BWV 565

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