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Serena Valluzzi - De Severac: En Languedoc / Cerdana / Baigneuses Au Soleil [CD]

Serena Valluzzi - De Severac: En Languedoc / Cerdana / Baigneuses Au Soleil [CD]

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Deodat de Severac (1872-1921) was a French composer whose work represents a bridge between the impressionist styles of Debussy and Ravel and the traditional music of southern France. Born in the Languedoc region, Severac's music is deeply rooted in the cultural and musical heritage of the French countryside, particularly the Occitan tradition. His piano music, while often categorized alongside the impressionists, is distinguished by its rich evocation of regional landscapes and folk elements, making it uniquely vibrant and evocative. This new recording presents the beautiful Baigneuses au Soleil, the suite En Languedoc, and the suite Cerdana. These compositions are marked by a lyrical sensitivity and a deep connection to nature, often eschewing the complex harmonic language of his contemporaries in favor of a more direct, folk-inspired style. Despite his relatively small output, Severac's piano music is celebrated for its warmth and ability to transport listeners to the idyllic landscapes that inspired him. His work remains an important, if somewhat underappreciated, contribution to early 20th-century French music, offering a refreshing contrast to the urban-centric themes prevalent in much of the music of his time. Played with great sensitivity and feeling for colors by young Italian pianist Serena Valluzzi, winner of the Premio Alkan and prize winner of the Busoni and Casagrande competitions.
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Deodat de Severac (1872-1921) was a French composer whose work represents a bridge between the impressionist styles of Debussy and Ravel and the traditional music of southern France. Born in the Languedoc region, Severac's music is deeply rooted in the cultural and musical heritage of the French countryside, particularly the Occitan tradition. His piano music, while often categorized alongside the impressionists, is distinguished by its rich evocation of regional landscapes and folk elements, making it uniquely vibrant and evocative. This new recording presents the beautiful Baigneuses au Soleil, the suite En Languedoc, and the suite Cerdana. These compositions are marked by a lyrical sensitivity and a deep connection to nature, often eschewing the complex harmonic language of his contemporaries in favor of a more direct, folk-inspired style. Despite his relatively small output, Severac's piano music is celebrated for its warmth and ability to transport listeners to the idyllic landscapes that inspired him. His work remains an important, if somewhat underappreciated, contribution to early 20th-century French music, offering a refreshing contrast to the urban-centric themes prevalent in much of the music of his time. Played with great sensitivity and feeling for colors by young Italian pianist Serena Valluzzi, winner of the Premio Alkan and prize winner of the Busoni and Casagrande competitions.
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  • Genre: Classical
  • Product Type: AUDIO CD
  • Barcode: 5029365102766
  • Release Date: January 31, 2025
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