Who's behind the notes? Discover Charles-Valentin Alkan: The Enigmatic Virtuoso of the Piano
Composed in 1840, "L'Opéra" is the twelfth piece in Alkan's piano suite "Les Mois" (The Months), Op.74. It captures the grandeur and excitement of the December opera season in Paris through virtuosic passages and dramatic contrasts, showcasing Alkan's innovative harmonic language and formidable technical demands.