Louise Farrenc
(1804 - 1875)
ROMANTIC ERA
ROMANTIC ERA
Born in 1804 in Paris. Her father, Jaques - Edme Dumont was a sculptor.
Was a composer, performer and teacher and was quite famous during her lifetime.
Studied with as Ignaz Moscheles and Johann Nepomuk Hummel
Fought for equality for women at a time when only men were not entitled to study composition music at the Paris Conservatory.
Remember to be CRITICAL of YOUTUBE RECORDINGS! You can disagree with their interpretation if you wish!
Listen to lots of versions to help you decide how YOU want to play.