Ravel, Pierre Monteux, Orchestre Symphonique De Londre - Boléro Ma Mère LOye La Valse

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Review by El Camino de Elena AME

Ravel’s Boléro Ma Mère L’Oye La Valse: A Whirlwind of French Finesse Let’s cut to the chase—this album is a masterclass in mood-setting. Ravel, that sly genius from France, teamed up with conductor Pierre Monteux and The London Symphony Orchestra to deliver an experience so vivid, it feels like you’re sneaking through a magical garden or waltzing at a party where everyone wears capes. Released under Philips, this record blends modernist flair with impressionist vibes, making it both dreamy and daring. If classical music had a cool older sibling who smoked Gauloises on café terraces, this would be it. The tracklist reads like a whimsical storybook brought to life. But let’s zoom in on two standouts because, frankly, my brain can’t handle all the brilliance at once. First up: La Valse. Oh boy, this one hits different. It starts off innocent enough—like watching dancers twirl under chandeliers—but then spirals into chaos faster than your drunk uncle at a wedding. By the end, it’s less “elegant ballroom” and more “wild rumpus.” You’ll either want to grab a partner for some dramatic spinning or sit very still while clutching your chest. Either way, it leaves a mark. Then there’s Boléro, the pièce de résistance (fancy phrase alert!). This isn’t just a piece of music; it’s a slow-burn obsession. Imagine someone tapping out a rhythm on their desk, but instead of getting annoyed, you become hypnotized. Layer upon layer builds until you’re practically levitating off your chair. Honestly, I listened to it twice in a row and almost forgot what year it was. That’s how good it is. Now, about the production crew: props to Atlas-Photo and Doumie for snapping photos that probably smell like lavender if you stare long enough. And hats off to Monteux—he doesn’t just conduct; he conjures. Every note feels alive, as though the orchestra might leap out of your speakers and start bowing violins right in your living room. Here’s the kicker, though. Listening to this album made me realize something weird: Ravel wasn’t just composing music—he was designing emotional rollercoasters. One minute you’re floating in a fairy tale, the next you’re caught in a sonic whirlpool. And somehow, it works. Like baguettes and butter, these tracks are simple yet profoundly satisfying. Final thought? If aliens ever invade Earth, we should play them Boléro. They’d either surrender immediately or ask for VIP tickets to the symphony. Either outcome seems like a win to me.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Boléro
Pavane De La Belle Au Bois Dormant - Interlude
La Valse
Danse Du Rouet Et Scène - Interlude
Apothéose: La Jardin Férique
Ma Mère L'Oye - Ballet - Prélude
Petit Poucet - Interlude
Les Entretiens De La Belle Et De La Bête
Laideronnette, Impératrice Des Pagodes - Interlude

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Catalog Numbers

412 092-1

Labels

Philips

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Gatefold

Companies

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Printed ByPolygram Industries Messageries

Credits

RoleCredit
Composed ByRavel
ConductorPierre Monteux
OrchestraThe London Symphony Orchestra
Photography ByAtlas-Photo, Doumie

Barcodes

Other (Distribution Code): PG 300

About Ravel, Pierre Monteux, Orchestre Symphonique De Londre

Born: March 7, 1875 (Ciboure, France). Died: December 28, 1937 (Paris, France). Joseph Maurice Ravel was a French composer, pianist and conductor. He is often associated with impressionism along with his elder contemporary Claude Debussy, although both composers rejected the term. In Ravel's piano compositions you can find harpsichord style ideas, references to the Baroque, impressionist procedures and reminiscences of romantic pianism. His music is characterized by a refined timbre and harmonic research; even if its layered and dissonant harmonic structures still remain in the tonal sphere, the traditional harmonic relationships are brought to an extreme tension (particularly in the last works). His orchestral compositions are detached from the Germanic symphonic tradition, in these works the rhythmic and timbral elements are highlighted as well as themes inspired by Spanish folklore can be found. Ravel's entire production, from the youthful and brilliant "Quartet for strings" (1902-1903) to the "Piano Concerto for the left hand" of 1931, is a succession of precious works that are to be considered among the masterpieces of the music of twentieth century In the 1920s and 1930s Ravel was internationally regarded as France's greatest living composer.

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *Boléro Ma Mère L'Oye La Valse* brings together some of Ravel's most iconic works, conducted by the legendary Pierre Monteux. Monteux was actually the first to conduct Ravel's *Daphnis et Chloé* in 1912. Decades later, he teamed up with The London Symphony Orchestra for this recording. It’s wild to think one person could shape how we hear such timeless music across generations. Oh, and let’s not forget—this album includes *Boléro*, which started as a simple experiment in repetition but ended up becoming one of the most famous pieces in classical music history.