Poulenc, a deeply religious Catholic, wanted his music "not analysed, but simply loved," and considered Mozart an important model.
Poulenc had a special predilection for woodwind instruments, reflecting the tradition of his homeland.
Poulenc's music aimed for "pure, solid tonality" and classical simplicity, incorporating esprit, charm, jazz, and ethnic music.
The Salzburg Wind Philharmonic comprises top-class musicians from 24 nations, including many soloists and international prizewinners.
The Salzburg Wind Philharmonic, founded in 2002 by Hansjörg Angerer, is one of the world's leading symphonic wind orchestras.
Francis Poulenc, the composer, was part of the 'Groupe de Six' in 1920, a group of composers who considered Erik Satie their musical father.
