(1996) Jacques Leguerney: 28 Mélodies Alessandro Marcello sacred and secular cantatas and

sacred and secular cantatas and countless songs

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being deprived of warmth or a sense of drama

The explanation often given for this phenomenon is Liszt’s generosity

(1996) Jacques Leguerney: 28 Mélodies Alessandro Marcello sacred and secular cantatas andComposer Jacques Leguerneys (born on 10 November 1906 in Le Havre) compositions represent one of the highest achievements in the genre of French song. His works are the epitome of cultivated French; music, text and historical background blend into one. The composers works, characterized by rich harmonies, inventive melodies, surprising turns and sudden tonal shifts, could be described as Neo Baroque with overtones of Debussys Art nouveau. Leguerneys