Petite Symphony [Alf:36-S008801]

This charming work in four movements was requested of Charles Gounod by a Parisian wind ensemble called Societe de Musique Pout Instruments a Vent, led by famed flautist Paul Taffanel. Written for flute, two oboes, two clarinets, two horns, and two bassoons, the work premiered in Paris on April 30th, 1885.