Jolivet became the only pupil of Edgar Varèse, a French-American composer known for his innovative and experimental music, for four years after hearing Varèse's work in 1929.
Composer Biography
André Jolivet, born in Paris in 1905, grew up in a culturally active home with a painter father and musician mother, initially hesitating between various arts before choosing music.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Jolivet, along with Olivier Messiaen, Daniel Lesur, and Yves Baudrier, formed the group 'La Jeune France' in 1936, advocating for the importance of ancient instruments like flute and percussion, and for mysticism and ancient rituals.
Performer Biography
Manuela Wiesler, the flautist on this recording, has had over 50 compositions written for her due to her interest in contemporary music.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Jolivet was fascinated by 'primitive' cultures and aimed to unite the musical cultures of tropical countries with the avant-garde of Western countries.
Performer Biography
Manuela Wiesler, the flautist, won first prize at the Nordic Chamber Music Competition in Helsinki in 1976 and has performed with numerous orchestras across Europe.
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