René Lenormand (1846–1932), was a French composer, father of playwright
Henri-René Lenormand
Henri-René Lenormand (3 May 1882 - 16 February 1951) was a French playwright. He was born on 3 May 1882 in Paris. His plays, steeped in symbolism, were recognized for their explorations of subconscious motivation, deeply reflecting the influence ...
(1882–1951). He was author of ''Étude sur l'harmonie moderne'' and well known as a composer of mélodies and music teacher.
[Actes du Colloque Autour de la mélodie française Page 43 Michelle Biget, Joseph Marc Bailbé - 1987 "Le cas de René Lenormand (1846-1932), auteur de belles mélodies telles ''Les Fleurs du mal'' est exemplaire de ce point de vue : ces oeuvres ne parvenaient à lui rapporter que quelques centaines de francs par an et il vivait mal de leçons ..."] His students included
Marcel Labey.
Works, editions and recordings
Book:
* ''A Study of Modern Harmony (Etude sur l'harmonie moderne)'' - Paris 1912; English translation by Herbert Antcliffe, Boston 1915.
Piano Trio Op.30 in G minor (1893) for piano, violin and cello.
This trio was recorded by Trio Chausson (Mirare, 2012
Trio Chausson
Several Songs, of which:
* ''La mort des amants''
* ''Bien loin d'ici''
References
1846 births
1932 deaths
French composers
French male composers
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