Cesar Franck

Music & Performing Arts1822 – 1890

Symphony in D minor — organ mystic

The patron saint of French organ music. His Symphony, Violin Sonata, and organ chorales combine Wagnerian chromaticism with devotional intensity rooted in Catholic faith.

Key works

  • Symphony in D minor1888The great French Romantic symphony
  • Violin Sonata in A major1886Cyclic mastery — wedding gift to Ysaye

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