François Devienne, like many prominent 18th-century musicians, joined the Freemasons and was likely a member of the orchestra of the Loge Olympique.
Composer's Artistic Vision
François Devienne's concertos are characterized by melodic elegance and graceful virtuosity, making them attractive flute concertos of their time.
Composer Biography
François Devienne, a French composer, was a bassoonist in the orchestra of the Opéra in Paris and studied flute with the orchestra's principal flautist, Félix Rault.
Historical Context
François Devienne's opera, Les visitandines, was among the most successful operas of the Revolutionary period in France, with over 200 performances in Paris.
Performer Biography
Patrick Gallois, the flutist on this recording, studied with Jean-Pierre Rampal at the Paris Conservatoire and was principal flute of the Orchestre National de France under Lorin Maazel.
Composer Biography
François Devienne was one of the founding teachers at the Paris Conservatoire, which evolved from the Free School of Music of the National Guard.
Composer Biography
François Devienne died in a Parisian home for the mentally ill, Charenton, after a long illness and 'mental derangement' caused by sorrows during the Revolution.
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