Description
For this work, the composer has chosen to write three movements of an equal strength and an equal dramatic force.
She leaves aside the idea of a calm slow movement which one usually finds at the center of a long work. With these three
outbursts, she understands that she hasn't chosen the easiest route and that she is transgressing the traditional rules of classical form.
She knows that she is risking that her work will bore or tire her listeners. Motivated by her inspiration, she has decided to break with the usual
equilibrium, which she knows is a challenge and which she holds herself responsible, reminded of the phrase by Jean Cocteau :
“It is clear that certain works haunt you, troubling your moral comfort and teach
you that the best method is that of men who work outside of learned rules.”
The title is inspired by the writing of Hildegarde van Bingen, who was one of the most extraordinary figures of the 12th century.
A mystic who was also a doctor, a poet, a linguist and astronomer, her influence spread over all Europe.
This is the full score. The parts are on rental from the publisher.
Durée totale 11'
I LLe cantique de l'Univers 4' 10"
II Vents solaires 3' 20"
III Expansion 3' 30"
Recorded on "Thérèse Brenet : Le Livre de L'Harmonie du Monde" http://www.jtbprod.com/llhm.htm The third movement "Expansion" may be heard here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fUX_0HC0-o