Despite receiving many honors during his lifetime, Florent Schmitt's music is often dismissed today, though it possesses a rich and distinctive voice.
Performer Biography
Matthias Wollong, the first violinist on this recording, plays an Andreas Guarnerius violin from 1676.
Composer Biography
Florent Schmitt's election to the Académie des Beaux-Arts in 1936 caused a rift with Stravinsky, who had also put himself forward for the seat.
Composition History
Florent Schmitt won the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1900 for his cantata Sémiramis after entering the competition five times, unlike his friend Ravel who never won.
Composer Biography
Florent Schmitt studied composition with Massenet and Fauré at the prestigious Paris Conservatoire, where he also formed a lasting friendship with Ravel.
Composer Biography
Florent Schmitt, a French composer, was once mentioned by Stravinsky in the same breath as Debussy and Ravel, yet is somewhat obscure today.
Compositional Technique
Florent Schmitt's Piano Quintet, Op. 51, is a work of extraordinary length and difficulty, with piano writing that occasionally spills over into four staves.
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