Orquesta Sinfónica de Barcelona y Nacional de Cataluñya
Jules Massenet
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Composer Biography
Jules Massenet, the composer, was the youngest of eleven children and his mother supplemented the family income by giving piano lessons, with him as one of her pupils.
Album & Artwork
The album features ballet music from Massenet's operas, including evocative scenes from Bacchus, the tragic biblical narrative of Hérodiade, and Spanish dances from Le Cid.
Composer Biography
Before achieving success, Jules Massenet supported himself as a percussionist at the Opéra and as a café pianist while studying at the Conservatoire.
Performer Biography
Patrick Gallois has a wide repertoire as both a conductor and flautist, with a strong interest in contemporary music, and many new works have been dedicated to him.
Recording & Production
The Barcelona Symphony Orchestra, also known as the National Orchestra of Catalonia, is the first Spanish orchestra to sign an agreement with the digital platform Medici.tv.
Performer Biography
Patrick Gallois, the conductor, studied flute with Jean-Pierre Rampal at the Paris Conservatoire and became principal flute in the Orchestre National de France at age 21.
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