Francis Poulenc - Music for Two Pianos [CD]

Francis Poulenc: Music for Two Pianos

Divine Art presents a captivating collection of Francis Poulenc's works for two pianos, performed by accomplished pianists Antony Gray and Rob Hao. This release highlights significant pieces from Poulenc's later career, showcasing his charming and masterfully written piano compositions.

• Features the first commercial audio recording of Antony Gray's transcription for two pianos of Poulenc's score from the film Voyage en Amerique.
• Includes the first recording of Poulenc's two-piano reduction of the Concert Champetre.
• Showcases the recently discovered Valse de musique de soie.
• Presents Adieu Maison with soprano Helen Miles and a Valse featuring an accordion performed by Alise Silina, completing the Voyage en Amerique transcription.
• Includes a later version of the film score, Embarquement pour Cythere, for two pianos.

This album offers a delightful exploration of Poulenc's less frequently recorded two-piano repertoire, representing a period when the composer was at the height of his creative powers.