Episode 5
Donald Macleod introduces three of Poulenc's valedictory late works, including a rare complete performance of his "Sept Repons Des Tenebres" for choir and orchestra.
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Francis Poulenc
Sonata for oboe and piano
Performer: Alexandre THARAUD - Piano Performer: Olivier DOISE - Oboe
- NAXOS.
- 8.55-3611.
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Francis Poulenc
7 Repons des tenebres for soprano, chorus and orchestra
Conductor: Harry CHRISTOPHERS Performer: BBC Philharmonic Performer: The SIXTEEN
- CORO.
- 10613.
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Francis Poulenc
Sonata for clarinet and piano
Performer: Martin FROST - Clarinet Performer: Roland PONTINEN - Piano
- BIS.
- CD-693.
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