This Centrediscs recording is a retrospect of what Québec composer Denis Gougeon feels is some of his strongest works written between the years 1987 and 2002. Gougeon describes himself as an « intuitive » composer who wishes to touch the listener emotionally; and the four works recorded here are ample proof of his musical passion and communicative skills.

« I was glad to make the acquaintance of this fine composer. More please. »

– Allen Gimbel, American Record Guide

1. À l’aventure!

2. Heureux qui, comme…

3-7. Jeux de cordes *

8. Clere Vénus *

* World premiere recording / Création mondiale

PERFORMERS:

Orchestre Métropolitain du Grand Montréal; Walter Boudreau (conductor / chef d’orchestre)
Marie-Danielle Parent (soprano); Ensemble de la SMCQ; Walter Boudreau (conductor / chef d’orchestre)
Quatour à cordes Erato: Emilie Haudenschild & Attila Adamka (violins / violons); Heinz Haudenschild (viola / alto); Emeric Kostyak (cello / violoncelle)
Orchestre Métropolitain du Grand Montréal; Walter Boudreau (conductor / chef d’orchestre)