Vinyl Records

Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73

Camille Saint-Saëns, Philippe Entremont, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson

Label: CBS Masterworks
Catalog number: SBR 235996
Format: LP · Album · Stereo
Country: Australia
Released: 1979
Genre: Classical

Add this to your collection →Add to wishlist Buy this record on eBay

7,978,142records tracked

0copies listed for sale

Market

What it's worth

Checking current listings…

Lore

Why it matters

This 1979 CBS Masterworks release captures Philippe Entremont’s spirited interpretation of Saint-Saëns’ piano works, highlighting the composer’s signature blend of technical brilliance and melodic elegance. The inclusion of rarities like the "Wedding Cake" caprice and the "Africa" fantasie provides a well-rounded look at Saint-Saëns’ lighter, virtuosic side, making this recording a cherished find for those interested in the French Romantic repertoire.

Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI

Tracklist

What’s on it

Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 has 4 tracks, about 39:48 of music.

A1I - Moderato13:54
B1Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 739:14
B2"Wedding Cake" (Caprice-Valse), Op. 766:20
B3"Africa" (Fantasie For Piano And Orchestra), Op. 8910:20

Buy

Where to find one

Search for Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 on the marketplaces collectors use.

eBay

Listings from external marketplaces. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

Provenance

Where it came from

Released in 1979 under the CBS Masterworks label, this recording captures a significant selection of Camille Saint-Saëns' works for piano and orchestra. The album features soloist Philippe Entremont performing alongside the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse, conducted by Michel Plasson. This project was part of a broader initiative during the late 1970s to document Saint-Saëns' orchestral output, highlighting the composer’s blend of traditional virtuosity and Romantic flair.

The recording highlights the Third Piano Concerto, Op. 29, a piece noted for its demanding technical passages, alongside smaller, colorful works like 'Africa' and the 'Wedding Cake' valse. Michel Plasson, known for his work with the Toulouse orchestra, brought a distinct French stylistic approach to these sessions. Critics at the time often praised Entremont for his rhythmic precision and idiomatic understanding of Saint-Saëns' writing, solidifying this release as a reliable reference point for these specific concertante works.

Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI

Collectors

Who's collecting this

Real records collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.

Nobody public has added this record yet — be the first.

About

About Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73

Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 is a record in the Vinyl Records catalog on collecto.rs. Camille Saint-Saëns, Philippe Entremont, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson. Catalog data is sourced from Discogs. No public records collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.

How many collectors track Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 on collecto.rs?

Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.

Can I track my own copy of Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73?

Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your record, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other vinyl records collectors. Your collection stays private by default.

Where does the Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 catalog entry come from?

The catalog entry for Saint-Saeans: Piano Concerto No. 3 In E-Flat Major, Op. 29 / Fantasie "Africa," Op. 89 / Caprice-Valse "Wedding Cake," Op. 76 / Rhapsodie D'Auvergne, Op. 73 is sourced from Discogs. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.