Louise Farrenc, a composer featured on this album, was one of the first women to obtain a composition class at the Paris Conservatoire and even achieved equal salary, though she could only teach women.
Composer Biography
Clara Wieck Schumann, a celebrated composer and performer, put her career on hold for her husband's, and most of her works were not performed during her lifetime, leading to her being largely forgotten until recently.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album's concept is inspired by the connection between music and literature, similar to David Kadouch's previous recording 'Révolution'.
Album & Artwork
This album, titled 'Les musiques de Madame Bovary', explores the music that the fictional character Emma Bovary might have listened to.
Performer Biography
David Kadouch, the pianist on this album, trained with renowned musicians such as Jacques Rouvier, Dmitri Bashkirov, and received guidance from Murray Perahia and Daniel Barenboim.
Recording & Production
The recording was made in July 2021 at the Théâtre et Auditorium de Poitiers, a venue known for its exceptional acoustics, considered among the best in Europe.
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