The Conservative
In his later years Saint-Saëns resisted the revolutionary changes happening in early 20th century music, and became increasingly isolated. Donald Macleod looks at the composer's late works and concerns.
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Camille Saint‐Saëns
Aux conquerants de l'air Op.164 for soprano, baritone & piano
Conductor: Diego FASOLIS Performer: Swiss Radio Chorus Performer: Italian Swiss Orchestra
- CHANDOS.
- chan-10214.
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Camille Saint‐Saëns
Quartet no. 1 in E minor Op.112 for strings
Performer: Viotti String Quartet
- ERATO.
- 3984-25600-2.
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Camille Saint‐Saëns
L' Assassinat du Duc de Guise - film music Op.128 for strings, piano and harmonium
Performer: Musique Oblique Ensemble
- HARMONIA MUNDI.
- HMC 901-472.
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Camille Saint‐Saëns
Fantaisie Op.124 for violin and harp
Performer: Philippe GRAFFIN(Violin) Performer: Catherine BEYNON(Harp)
- HYPERION.
- CDA 672-85.
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