Alchemy

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A string quartet, a wind trio and a harp, for a perfect alchemy.\n\nAt the start of the 20th century, sound material was the subject of constant research. The 'color of the sound' becomes an essential component of works.\n\nRavel and Debussy, brilliant orchestrators, excel in the use of the harp in chamber music or in the orchestra. A little later, Britten also explores novel timbre blends.\n\nOld forms are transfigured by these new sounds, producing an unprecedented 'Alchemy'.\n\nProgram: Introduction and Allegro, Maurice Ravel\nPhantasy Qua…