“3 Romances sans paroles, Op.17” is a trio of solo piano compositions written by Gabriel Fauré in 1878. This high-quality reproduction of the original music scores features wide margins and clear note heads, making it ideal for following the music and a fantastic addition to music collections. Gabriel Urbain Fauré (1845 – 1924) was a French organist, teacher, composer, and pianist. Fauré is widely regarded as one of the most influential and important French composers of his time. His music is often described as being a link between Romanticism and the modernism of the first half of the 20th century. His most notable woks include: “Pavane”, “Requiem”, and “Clair de lune”. Classic Music Collection constitutes an extensive library of the most well-known and universally-enjoyed works of classical music ever composed, reproduced from authoritative editions for the enjoyment of musicians and music students the world over.

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