It begins with an atmospheric tremolo played by an English horn that spreads with an infectious lift to the woodwinds, and is meant to recall a shepherd's tune the composer heard on his walks through the countryside.
Originally begun as a Fantasie, it eventually assumed a three movement structure with a "cyclic" theme. Its final section includes a movement marked by a rowdy peasant dance and is marked Anime. It begins with an atmospheric tremolo played by an English horn that spreads with an infectious lift to the woodwinds, and is meant to recall a shepherd's tune the composer heard on his walks through the countryside. The composer's decision to incorporate certain instruments echoes the decisions of his teacher Cesar Franck. Completed in 1886, it was inspired by the composer's trip to a villa in Faugs from where he could glimpse the highest peak of the nearby Alps. For 10 points, identify this work for piano and orchestra, the masterpiece of Vincent D'Indy.
Originally begun as a Fantasie, it eventually assumed a three movement structure with a "cyclic" theme.
Symphony on a French Mountain Air [or Symphonie sur un chant montagnard francais or Symphonie Cevenole]