“(…) Poulenc’s opera is really about the anguish of life and the fear of death. The music is never overly dramatic, yet its impact is immediate and at times, it is extremely realistic. Musical lines always fit Bernardos’ text closely. The score alternates flowing, lushly harmonious melodies with contrasting jarring passages that mirror the anguish of the central character, Blanche de la Force. On Friday, conductor Stéphane Denève proved expert in drawing Poulenc’s musical lines from an inspired Residentie Orkest. (…)
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- Stéphane Denève and the St Louis Symphony Orchestra Announce European Tour 30 January 2023
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- Stéphane Denève Principal Guest Conductor of the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra 13 January 2022
- Stéphane Denève commits to serve as Music Director of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra through the 2025/2026 season. 31 March 2021
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