This collection is the first-ever publication of selected 19th-20th Century exam pieces composed for the Paris Conservatory, meticulously compiled, arranged and edited over the course of many years by accomplished flutist Nancy Andrew. All 16 pieces include solo flute part with piano accompaniments. Optional digital downloads are available as well of the original cello/ string ensemble accompaniments where avaialble.

 

Sir James Galway’s introduction to the album states: "It is my great pleasure to present this collection of pieces originally intended as the sight reading exam for the flute class of the Paris conservatoire. Each piece is a little jewel and could be used as an encore to a recital or even in the main part of a recital. Nancy Andrew has done a magnificent job of preparing them for publication. I look forward with great joy to include them in my future recitals."

 

Works included:

 

Charles Colin 1873 Allegretto

Ernest Guiraud 1874 Allegretto Scherzando

Emile Paladilhe 1875 Allegretto moderato

Jules Cohen 1878 Andantino

Theodore Dubois 1880 Allegretto

Jules Duprato 1882 Allegro Moderato

Adrien Barthe 1886 Andante

 1891 Moderato

 1895 Allegretto

Georges Marty 1893 Allegretto

Paul Vidal 1894 Allegro Moderato

Raoul Pugno 1896 Tres doux et tres tranquille

Alphonse Duvernoy 1897 Allegretto

Alphonse Duvernoy 1899 Allegro Moderato

Gabriel Pierne 1918 Modere

Jules Mouquet 1924 Andantino