Jolivet's 'eclectic' musical interests, common among French composers of his generation, meant he was flexible, open to inspiration, and explored different paths unconstrained by strict theories.
Composer Biography
André Jolivet (1905-1974) was largely self-taught in music, pursuing it as a passion while working as a primary school teacher, and only became a full-time composer in 1942.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Jolivet aimed to return music to its primitive origins, believing it could connect humanity with the cosmos through the secret links between music and nature.
Compositional Technique
Jolivet was fascinated by the ondes Martenot, an electronic musical instrument, believing its radio-electric sound production could directly affect human magnetism.
Historical Context
Jolivet was part of the 'Jeune France' group, formed in 1936 with Olivier Messiaen, Yves Baudrier, and Jean-Yves Daniel-Lesur, which sought to challenge the academic and neoclassical trends in Parisian music.
Recording & Production
This album is the first recording of André Jolivet's complete piano chamber works, covering his output from youth to later adulthood.
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