Francis Poulenc, the Man and His Songs

By Pierre Bernac

As the first duo of singer and pianist to be perceived as equals in the music world, French baritone Pierre Bernac and pianist composer Francis Poulenc became a legend, working together for more than 25 years. The majority of Poulenc's pieces were created specifically for Bernac to sing. Within this context, Bernac pays tribute to his friend by providing a detailed discussion of all the songs he composed specifically for piano accompaniment. Each song, its description, and the corresponding biographical note on the poet have been translated into English.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0393021963
• ISBN13: 9780393021967
• Release Date: January 1978
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 233 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.