Throughout the period the horse was gradually giving way to the bicycle, and then the bicycle to the motor car, no doubt with some confusion. But the opening of the first métro line in July 1900 meant that instead of taking 90 minutes to cross from the Porte Maillot to Vincennes, you could now do it in 25 minutes.

Francis Jean Marcel Poulenc (French: [fʁɑ̃sis ʒɑ̃ maʁsɛl pulɛ̃k]; 7 January 1899 – 30 January 1963) was a French composer and pianist. His compositions include songs, solo piano works, chamber music, choral pieces, operas, ballets, and orchestral concert music.

We look at how Francis Poulenc's piano work "Promenades" paints a musical picture of walking, horses, boats, trains, and other transportation.

Jan 24, 2025 · As we approach the 126th anniversary of Francis Poulenc 's birth, this introspection invites us to dive deeper into the depths of his captivating musical journey. Through his remarkable oeuvre, we discover how his formative experiences have shaped the very essence of his compositions.

Jan 26, 2025 · For Francis Poulenc, it was the subtle interplay of both that showcased his genius. As we celebrate the 126th anniversary of his birth, we embark on a journey into Poulenc's creative landscape, uncovering six groundbreaking concepts that …

3 days ago · This is not just a dreamy notion; it's the vibrant reality offered by Francis Poulenc. Even 62 years after his death, his melodies flutter through concert halls, tugging at our heartstrings and evoking powerful emotions.

Jun 20, 2022 · Of the generation before his, I get ~5k hits for Debussy, 3.9k for Ravel, 1k for Satie. So it would seem that Poulenc is less popular than Debussy or Ravel, but at least as popular as, or more so than, Satie.

Jan 26, 2025 · Francis Poulenc (born Jan. 7, 1899, Paris, France—died Jan. 30, 1963, Paris) was a composer who made an important contribution to French music in the decades after World War I and whose songs are considered among the best composed during the 20th century. Poulenc was largely self-taught.

Francis Poulenc: Trois mouvements perpétuels. A Comfortable Start. Francis Poulenc was born on 7 January 1899 in Paris into a wealthy bourgeois family. His father Émile Poulenc was director of a family pharmaceutical business, which eventually became the …

Francis Poulenc, (born Jan. 7, 1899, Paris, France—died Jan. 30, 1963, Paris), composer who made an important contribution to French music in the decades after World War I and whose songs are considered among the best composed during …