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A masterpiece by Franck. Popular classical music.

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I began playing the piano at the age of four and spent six years at a conservatory, focusing mainly on classical music while honing my skills. In addition to solo performance, I studied extensively in chamber music and two-piano repertoire, and I had the opportunity to perform twice on stage as a soloist in piano concertos. While not to the same extent as classical, I also learned jazz and pop through practical performance. I was active as a pianist in various settings, including instrumental and vocal/choral accompaniment, performance assistance for other departments, and recording sessions. Beyond the piano, I devoted five years to the trombone in a wind ensemble. I hope to draw on these experiences to share the charm of music with many people.

This is a feature on the works of composer Eduard Franck, who was born during the era of the Kingdom of Prussia, the predecessor of modern Germany.

Because he was strict with his own compositions, he often completed works slowly.

As a result, his general name recognition is somewhat lower than that of contemporaries active in the same period.

Nevertheless, the deeply refined pieces he produced have earned solid acclaim and have been passed down to the present day.

Frank’s masterpieces. Popular classical music (41–50)

Prelude, Fugue and Variation, Op. 18César Franck

César Franck: Prélude, Fugue et Variation op. 18 (Freiburger Münster)

Prelude, Fugue and Variation, Op. 18César Franck

It is a masterpiece distinguished by the resplendent, majestic sound of the pipe organ.

Published by César Franck in 1862, the work comprises three movements—Prelude, Fugue, and Variation—and is notable for its graceful, wistful melodies.

In particular, the gentle oboe-stop melody in the Prelude leaves an indelible impression once heard.

It is said to have been inspired by the Cavaillé-Coll organ at the Basilica of Sainte-Clotilde.

As a representative work of French Romantic music, it continues to be cherished by many organists today.

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Grand Fantasia No. 1, Op. 5, M.13César Franck

César Franck – Premier grand caprice, Op. 5 (1845) [Score]

Grand Fantasia No. 1, Op. 5, M.13César Franck

César Franck, often called the father of modern music, was a Belgian-born composer and organist.

Displaying musical talent from an early age, he studied at the Paris Conservatory and later became the organist at the Church of Sainte-Clotilde.

One of Franck’s early works, Grand Caprice No.

1, symbolizes the period when his musical gifts began to blossom.

Its rich harmonies and intricate counterpoint are striking, reflecting his background as an organist.

Brimming with youthful energy and a spirit of exploration, this piece fully draws out the piano’s expressive potential.

Please enjoy its beautiful melodies, imbued with the fragrance of the early Romantic era.

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Sonata in a minor for Violin and Piano: Allegro ben moderatoCésar Franck

Franck: Violin Sonata, CFF 123: I. Allegretto ben moderato

Sonata in a minor for Violin and Piano: Allegro ben moderatoCésar Franck

The first movement of the Violin Sonata composed by Franck in 1886.

Franck was a composer and organist active in France in the 19th century.

Written in sonata form without a development section, its opening on a dominant ninth chord rather than the tonic is highly striking.

The piece offers showcase moments for both violin and piano.

Within its melancholic calm, flashes of intensity and passion occasionally emerge, making it a compelling work to listen to.

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First movement from the Piano QuintetCésar Franck

César Franck – Piano quintet in f minor | 1. Molto moderato quasi lento

First movement from the Piano QuintetCésar Franck

From Piano Quintet in F minor, 1st movement: Molto moderato, quasi lento.

Piano: Ekaterina Vakhvakhishvili; Violin: Roland Daugareil, Guillem Cabré Salagre; Viola: Sándor Antal; Cello: Anne-Élise Thouvenin.

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Second movement from the Piano QuintetCésar Franck

César Franck Quintette: Lento con molto sentimento

Second movement from the Piano QuintetCésar Franck

From Piano Quintet in F minor, Movement II: Lento con molto sentimento.

Piano: Rémy Cardinale; Violin: Girolamo Bottiglieri, Raya Raytcheva; Viola: Caroline Cohen; Cello: Emmanuel Balssa.

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Piano Quintet, Movement IIICésar Franck

César Franck: Piano Quintet in F minor, 3rd movement

Piano Quintet, Movement IIICésar Franck

From Piano Quintet in F minor, 3rd movement: Allegro non troppo ma con fuoco.

Piano: Per Lundberg; Violins: Akiko Ono, Sydney Bougamont; Viola: Rebecca Brown; Cello: Mathijs Broersma.

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From Violin Sonata, Movement ICésar Franck

Frank: Violin Sonata in A major, Movement I

From Violin Sonata, Movement ICésar Franck

From Violin Sonata in A major, First Movement: Allegretto ben moderato.

This work is considered the greatest masterpiece among French-style violin sonatas.

The violin is performed by Shuji Fujiki, recorded at his recital in the Arcus SASEBO Medium Hall in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture.

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