From the Archives - Pierre Monteux conducts Daphnis and Chloe

By Frank Byrne,

Sam Wisman

Published December 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM CST

Conductor Pierre Monteux lived a long and active musical life. Among his many accomplishments was conducting the 1912 world premiere of Maurice Ravel’s score to the ballet Daphnis and Chloe. When Monteux made this recording 47 years later, he invested a lifetime of familiarity to create an unforgettable musical experience.

Compositions and Recordings

Daphnis and Chloe
by Maurice Ravel
Pierre Monteux and the London Symphony Orchestra

From the Archives with Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne

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Sam Wisman

Sam Wisman is Production Director for 91.9 Classical KC and a backup announcer for KCUR 89.3