Koechlin – Complete Music for Saxophone, 3-CD Set

A journey through the colours of the saxophone

A tone catches your ear, a melody unfolds, and a conversation between instruments draws you closer. Koechlin – Complete Music for Saxophone invites you to hear this instrument afresh. This Brilliant Classics 3-CD set opens a rewarding route into Charles Koechlin’s musical world and offers a distinctive addition to a classical collection.

Different forms, fresh listening pleasures

The two Sonatinas, 24 Duos and 15 Études appear alongside the Septuor pour instruments à vent and Épitaphe de Jean Harlow. Short pieces and more expansive works offer contrasting ways to explore the programme. Enjoy a whole disc or return to individual works as different sounds and combinations capture your attention.

Performers sharing a musical discovery

David Brutti on saxophones and Filippo Farinelli at the piano and as conductor are among the featured artists. They are joined by flautist Mario Caroli, Duo Disecheis, Atem Saxophone Quartet and Orchestra Città Aperta. Included notes on the composer and works add context to the listening experience.

A thoughtful gift for a curious listener

Looking for something special for a saxophonist or chamber music enthusiast? This collection offers plenty to explore. Choose an album to discover at your own pace, returning to an instrument you love in a variety of musical settings.

Programme of all three CDs

Titles are grouped by work and track range, as on the CD packaging. Timings after each title refer to the listed work or group.

CD 1 — 64:28

• Tracks 1–5 : Sonatine, Op. 194, No. 1 — 10:55
• Tracks 6–9 : Sonatine, Op. 194b, No. 2 — 10:12
• Tracks 10 : Monodie No. 9 — 12 Monodies, Op. 213 — 1:54
• Tracks 11 : Le repos de Tityre — 11 Monodies pour instrument à vent, Op. 216 — 3:28
• Tracks 12–35 : 24 Duos, Op. 186 — 37:32

CD 2 — 65:31

• Tracks 1–15 : 15 Études, Op. 188 — 40:58
• Tracks 16–22 : 7 Pièces — 15 pièces pour cor et piano, Op. 180 — 24:18

CD 3 — 51:50

• Tracks 1 : Épitaphe de Jean Harlow, Op. 164 — 3:45
• Tracks 2–7 : Septuor pour instruments à vent, Op. 165 — 18:12
• Tracks 8–9 : La vie s’ouvre devant toi — Va librement !, Op. 165bis — 8:03
• Tracks 10 : Prélude No. 5 — 15 Préludes pour piano, Op. 209 — 1:16
• Tracks 11–15 : Sonatine, Op. 194, No. 1 — 11:57
• Tracks 16–19 : Sonatine, Op. 194b, No. 2 — 11:18

Questions about this set

How many CDs are included?

The set contains 3 CDs with stated running times of 64:28, 65:31 and 51:50, totalling 3 hours, 1 minute and 49 seconds.

Who performs on the recording?

The featured artists include David Brutti, Filippo Farinelli, Mario Caroli, Duo Disecheis, Atem Saxophone Quartet and Orchestra Città Aperta.

Does the set include information about the music?

Yes, it includes notes on Charles Koechlin and the works to accompany your discovery of the programme.