Gabriel Fauré | Introduction to His Famous and Representative Works

Piano Quintet No. 2, Op. 115Gabriel Fauré

Gabriel Fauré : Quintette pour piano et cordes n° 2 en ut mineur op. 115 (extraits)

A late masterpiece by Fauré, a chamber work for piano and string quartet.

Premiered in May 1921 at the Paris Conservatoire by the 76-year-old Fauré, it captivated the audience.

Consisting of four movements, the piece is characterized by a distinctive sense of rhythm with frequent use of hemiola.

The piano and strings intertwine exquisitely, creating a serene and intimate atmosphere.

Fauré’s hallmark gentleness and quiet passion speak deeply to the listener’s heart, making this a true gem.

Highly recommended not only for classical music lovers but also for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in a world of delicate sound.

Piano Quartet No. 1, Op. 15Gabriel Fauré

Fauré Piano Quartet no. 1, op. 15. Nelson Goerner, Daishin Kashimoto, Lawrence Power, Antonio Lysy

A chamber work for piano and strings that Fauré composed in his youth.

Written between 1876 and 1879 and revised in 1883, it was premiered in 1880 and received the Chartier Prize in 1885.

Consisting of four movements, it beautifully balances Romantic passion with Fauré’s distinctive, introspective beauty.

Notably, the third movement is said to express the pain of heartbreak following a broken engagement.

Although in a minor key, the overall atmosphere remains positive, and the piece showcases Fauré’s characteristically elegant and refined melodies and harmonies.

Piano Quintet No. 1, Op. 89Gabriel Fauré

Faure Piano Quintet No.1 in D minor – The Schubert Ensemble

Known as one of Fauré’s late masterpieces, this chamber work premiered in 1906.

It is in three movements, characterized by a melancholic atmosphere and inward expression.

The first movement features a gentle, sentimental melody; the second highlights a descending chromatic line that deepens the poignancy.

The final movement concludes with a sense of uplift, blending Fauré’s distinctive serenity with rich, profound harmonies.

Highly recommended for those who wish to savor the emotion and intellect woven into Fauré’s music.

Cello Sonata No. 2, Op. 117Gabriel Fauré

Indira Grier and Francis Grier play Faure Cello sonata no 2

Cello Sonata No.

2 in G minor, Op.

117 — I.

Allegro; II.

Andante; III.

Allegro vivo.

The second movement is an arrangement of the “Funeral Song,” composed for the centennial memorial ceremony of Napoleon I’s death.

The cello part is performed by Indira Grier.

Violin Sonata No. 2, Op. 108Gabriel Fauré

Gabriel Fauré – Jiyoung Park Sonata No.2 in e minor for Piano and Violin op.108

Movement I: Allegro non troppo; Movement II: Andante; Movement III: Allegro non troppo.

This work was dedicated to Queen Elisabeth of Belgium (Elisabeth of Bavaria).

It begins with an unstable 9/8 meter and proceeds through a series of complex modulations, creating a persistent sense of unease, yet it remains a work that distinctly reflects Fauré’s style.

Theme and Variations, Op. 73Gabriel Fauré

Gabriel Fauré – Thème et Variations Op. 73 (1895)

Composed in 1895 and premiered in London the following year, this solo piano work by Fauré begins in C-sharp minor and, through eleven variations, moves to the parallel major of C-sharp major.

Its structure highlights Fauré’s uniquely serene beauty and profound expressiveness.

Each variation has its own character—for example, the dreamlike tone of the ninth variation and the Schumann-like passionate sonorities of the tenth are particularly striking.

The piece captivates with Fauré’s characteristically delicate, lyrical melodies fused with innovative harmonies.

It is recommended not only for lovers of Romantic music, but also for listeners who seek deep emotion within tranquility.

Impromptu No. 2 in F minorGabriel Urbain Fauré

Fauré / Impromptu No. 2 in F minor, Op. 31 / Performed by Rieko Nezu

This piece was composed by Fauré, a composer of modern France.

Up to No.

5 they are piano pieces, and No.

6 was written for harp but was later arranged for piano.

Nos.

2 and 3 are among the most famous of Fauré’s Impromptus.