| Part of Series | Compact Discoveries |
| Length | 58:00 |
| Licensor | Fred Flaxman |
| Producer(s) | Fred Flaxman |
| Formats | Special, Weekly Program |
| Topics | Music |
| Produced | 2002 |
| Added to PRX | January 6, 2007 |
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The tuneful, original music of French composer Francis Poulenc.
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Includes 15-second underwriting credit to Story Books, publishers of "The Timeless Tales of Reginald Bretnor," at the end of the program. For more information go to www.bretnor.com.
English
Compact Discoveries Program 18: "In Praise of Poulenc"
Was Francis Poulenc a great composer? If, by great, you mean a composer who creates a significant body of music which is truly original, full of memorable melodies, with unique harmonies and colorful, captivating orchestration, the French composer would certainly qualify. Examples of his art presented in this hour include "Le Lion Amoureux" from "Les Animaux Mod?les;" his "Piano Concerto" and his "Concerto for Two Pianos and Orchestra." Your guide is Fred Flaxman.
Complete script with playlist available here or at www.compactdiscoveries.com.
