Ravel: Pavane pour une Infante Defunte Video (DVD)

Joseph Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) is a preeminent composer and conductor from France associated with the Impressionist movement in music. Following in the tradition of Claude Debussy, Ravel was internationally renowned for his innovative works. One of his most famous works, Pavane pour une infante defunte, was written for solo piano in 1899, and reworked later for a full orchestra. This film examines the melody of the work as a way of explaining the choices a composer must make to create a continuous line of music that draws the listener in and keeps them in anticipation. This is a must watch for any lover of music and composition.

Ravel: Pavane pour une Infante Defunte Video (DVD)