François Borne (1840–1920), sometimes spelled Bourne, was a French

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playing with the orchestra of

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and professor at " Conservatoire de Musique de Toulouse" (High School for Music in Toulouse). He is recognized for technical improvements to the

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. Furthermore, he is remembered today for his composition ''Fantasie Brillante on Themes from Bizet's Carmen'' which is a staple of the Romantic flute repertoire.

Other Compositions

* Ballade et danse des lutins, for flute & piano * Confidence, Op.12

References

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