Camille Saint-Saëns
1835 – 1921
Saint-Saëns was a polymath — organist, conductor, scientist, and globe-trotter. His music is elegant, witty, and brilliantly crafted. From playful animals to epic symphonies, he mastered every genre.
Essential Listening
Carnival of the Animals - The Swan
Grace personified. The cello sings while rippling piano suggests water — one of the most beautiful melodies ever written.
Symphony No. 3 'Organ' - Finale
Majestic organ chords crown a triumphant finale. Made famous by the film 'Babe' — uplifting and unforgettable.
Danse Macabre
Death plays the violin at midnight. Skeletons dance until dawn crows them back to their graves — brilliantly spooky.
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