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Various Artists

Les Poètes En Chansons

Les Poètes En Chansons

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Prepare to be transported back to a time when poets ruled the music scene with the compilation album "Les Poetes En Chansons / Music And The Great Poets 1951-1962." This quirky collection of tracks from various artists showcases the marriage of melodic genius and lyrical flair in a way that is both nostalgic and fresh.

From the smooth crooning of Jacques Brel to the hauntingly beautiful vocals of Edith Piaf, each track on this album is a testament to the power of poetry in music. The juxtaposition of delicate harmonies and profound lyrics creates a dynamic listening experience that is sure to captivate even the most discerning music critic.

One standout track on the album is "La Mer" by Charles Trenet, a French classic that transports listeners to the shores of the Mediterranean with its enchanting melody and evocative lyrics. Another highlight is "La Vie en Rose" by the iconic Edith Piaf, whose soulful vocals bring a sense of longing and romance to the forefront.

Overall, "Les Poetes En Chansons / Music And The Great Poets 1951-1962" is a must-have for any music lover looking to expand their horizons and delve into the rich tapestry of musical history. So grab a glass of wine, put on your beret, and let these great poets serenade you with their timeless melodies. Cheers to the poets of yesteryear!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Je Chante Pour Passer Le Temps (Léo Ferré - Louis Aragon)
2. Est-ce Ainsi Que Les Hommes Vivent (Léo Ferré - Louis Aragon)
3. Il N'y a Pas D'amour Heureux (Georges Brassens - Louis Aragon)
4. Tu N'en Reviendras Pas (Léo Ferré - Louis Aragon)
5. Les Fourreurs (Léo Ferré - Louis Aragon)
6. Elsa (Léo Ferré - Louis Aragon)
7. L'Etrangère (Léo Ferré - Louis Aragon)
9. Je Suis Comme Je Suis (Joseph Kosma - Jacques Prévert)
10. Chanson De Marianne (Max Jacob - Louis Bessières)
11. La Famille Dupanard (Robert Desnos - Pierre Arimi)
12. La Fourmi (Robert Desnos - Joseph Kosma)
8. Si Tu T'imagines (Joseph Kosma - Raymond Queneau)
13. Le Dernier Poème (Robert Desnos - Claude Rolland)
14. Pauvre Rutebeuf (Léo Ferré - Rutebeuf)
15. Ballade Des Dames Du Temps Jadis (Georges Brassens - François Villon)
16. Ballade De Villon À S'amye (Claude Debussy - François Villon)
17. Ballade Des Femmes De Paris (Claude Debussy - François Villon)
18. Gastibelza- L'Homme À La Carabine (Georges Brassens - Victor Hugo)
19. La Légende De La Nonne (Georges Brassens - Victor Hugo)
20. Marquise (Georges Brassens - Pierre Corneille/ Tristan Bernard)
21. Colombine (Georges Brassens - Paul Verlaine)
22. Les Saltimbanques (Louis Bessières - Guillaume Apollinaire)
23. Le Pont Mirabeau (Léo Ferré - Guillaume Apollinaire)
24. J'ai Presque Peur En Vérité (Gabriel Fauré - Paul Verlaine)
25. Avant Que Tu Ne T'en Ailles (Gabriel Fauré - Paul Verlaine)
26. Donc Ce Sera Par Un Clair Jour D'été (Gabriel Fauré - Paul Verlaine)
27. N'est-ce Pas ? (Gabriel Fauré - Paul Verlaine)
28. L'hiver a Cessé (Gabriel Fauré - Paul Verlaine)


Disc: 2
1. Chanson (Jacques Prévert - Joseph Kosma)
2. Sanguine (Jacques Prévert - Henri Crolla)
3. En Sortant De L'école (Jacques Prévert - Joseph Kosma)
4. Les Feuilles Mortes (Jacques Prévert - Joseph Kosma)
5. Barbara (Jacques Prévert - Joseph Kosma)
6. Page D'écriture (Jacques Prévert - Joseph Kosma)
7. Les Enfants Qui S'aiment (Jacques Prévert - Joseph Kosma)
8. La Chanson De Margaret (Pierre Mac Orlan - Victor Marceau)
9. La Nuit D'octobre (Serge Gainsbourg - Alfred De Musset)
10. Verlaine (Charles Trenet - Paul Verlaine)
11. Brumes Et Pluies (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
12. Baudelaire (Serge Gainsbourg - Charles Baudelaire)
13. Harmonie Du Soir (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
14. La Mort Des Amants (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
15. La Métamorphose Du Vampire (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
16. Les Hiboux (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
17. La Pipe (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
18. Le Serpent Qui Danse (Léo Ferré - Charles Baudelaire)
19. L'invitation Au Voyage (Henri Duparc - Charles Baudelaire)
20. La Vie Antérieure (Henri Duparc - Charles Baudelaire)
21. Le Disparu (Francis Poulenc - Robert Desnos)
22. Parisiana - Jouer Du Bugle (Francis Poulenc - Max Jacob)
23. The Continuing Story of Counterpoint, Part 3
24. Mutation (Francis Poulenc - Guillaume Apollinaire)
25. Vers Le Sud (Francis Poulenc - Guillaume Apollinaire)
26. Aussi Bien Que Les Cigales (Francis Poulenc - Guillaume Apollinaire)
27. Voyage (Francis Poulenc - Guillaume Apollinaire)

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