Francis Poulenc: Sonata for Oboe and Piano: Hautbois et Accomp.

Originally completed in 1962, Poulenc's Sonata For Oboe AndPiano had been brewing in his mind for at least five years. The last of Poulenc's trio of sonatas for woodwind instruments, he tragically passed away before it could be definitively engraved, leavingbehind a work with a number of ambiguous notational marks that resulted in an incomplete first edition, published posthumously. A number of revisions have taken place, but this, expertly edited by Millan Sachania, aims toprovide a playable, legible, precise and authoritative score that reflect closest Poulenc's intentions.

This new edition revises many minor details, including Piano chords, tied notes, thecorrection of various bars throughout as well as his crescendos during the third movement. At all points, Sachania has aimed to reproduce an authoritative and accurate score that is at once playable and a reflection ofwhat Poulenc himself may have intended. This is a most exciting prospect considering the reputation that this work has garnered as a piece of profound poignancy. Dedicated to Sergey Prokofiev, it has been said that themournful final movement, Déploration, is something of an obituary. 

What makes this edition of Sonata For Clarinet And Piano really special is the unique download card thatprovides exclusive online access to demonstration and accompaniment audio tracks. Professionally-recorded by renowned oboist Christopher Cowie and pianist Huw Watkins, the demonstration track allows you to hear exactly