César Franck Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

From the Symphony in D minor: First MovementCésar Franck36rank/position

C. Franck – Symphony in D Minor – O. National de France – Bernstein I° Mov.

From Symphony in D minor, Op.

48, First Movement: Lento: Allegro ma non troppo.

It is highly regarded as one of the representative symphonic works of France.

Conducted by Leonard Bernstein, performed by the Orchestre National de France.

Second Movement from the Symphony in D minorCésar Franck37rank/position

Franck Symphony in D-minor : movement #2 (part one)

Allegretto from Symphony in D minor, Op.

48, Second Movement.

This symphony consists of three movements, but includes a scherzo in the middle section of the second movement.

Performed by the Porto National Symphony Orchestra of Portugal, conducted by Arkady Leytush.

Symphony in D minor, 3rd movementCésar Franck38rank/position

C. Franck – Symphony, in D minor, Op. 48- III. Allegro Non Troppo, Dariusz Mikulski (Conductor), TPO

From Symphony in D minor, Op.

48, Movement III, Finale: Allegro non troppo.

As the whereabouts of Symphony Op.

13 are unknown, this piece is known as the composer’s only symphony.

Performed by the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Dariusz Mikulski.

Symphonic VariationsCésar Franck39rank/position

Nikolay Khozyainov – Franck Symphonic Variations

Composed in 1885 as a work for piano and orchestra, this piece unfolds in a variation form based on a single theme, with the piano and orchestra alternately—and sometimes together—exploring the theme.

The theme is first presented by the cello, after which it develops into complex and expressive music through the piano and orchestra.

While displaying rhythmic and harmonic beauty, it also conveys emotional depth.

The piano part demands a high level of technical skill, as well as a broad range of expression and profound emotional nuance.

Characterized by rich harmonies and intricate textures, the piece is admired for its musical complexity.

For music enthusiasts and students of classical music, it is an exceptionally valuable work for studying structure and development.

a grand symphonic workCésar Franck40rank/position

Grande Pièce Symphonique, Op. 17 by César Franck

“Grande Pièce Symphonique in F-sharp major, Op.

17.” This is the second piece from Franck’s Six Pièces for Grand Organ, composed between 1860 and 1862.

It encompasses the full capabilities of the organ and is the largest-scale work in the set.

Organ performance by Doug Marshall.

Symphonic Poem: The People of AeolisCésar Franck41rank/position

César Franck, Les Eolides – Helicon Orkest, Pieter van der Wulp

Symphonic Poem “The Aeolians,” Allegro vivo.

Franck’s first symphonic poem.

It is said to have been composed with inspiration from “The Aeolians” included in the poet Leconte de Lisle’s Poèmes antiques.

Performed by the Helikon Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Peter van der Wulp.

Symphonic Poem ‘Jinn’César Franck42rank/position

C. Franck Les Djinns Tatiana Brizhaneva, Georgios Galanis, AKS, Prague

Symphonic poem “Les Djinns.” This work was inspired by a poem from Victor Hugo’s The Orientales.

Piano: Tatiana Brezhneva.

Orchestra: Prague Academy Chamber Soloists, conducted by Georgios Galanis.