French composer Charles Koechlin (1867-1950) learned under Fauré and taught Poulenc and Tailleferre. His compositional talent is sometimes overshadowed by his ability as a musical theorist. Among his most known compositions is Le Livre de la Jungle, a symphonic poem based on Kipling's Jungle Book.
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Extensive listing of song cycles and individual pieces, most with French lyrics and many with English translations. From the Lied and Art Song Texts Page at REC Music.
Biographical data, recommended CDs, books and sheet music, bibliography, and links to biographical essays from Dr. Estrella's Incredibly Abridged Dictionary of Composers.
Extensive listing of song cycles and individual pieces, most with French lyrics and many with English translations. From the Lied and Art Song Texts Page at REC Music.
Biographical data, recommended CDs, books and sheet music, bibliography, and links to biographical essays from Dr. Estrella's Incredibly Abridged Dictionary of Composers.
