Ernest Chausson（1855-1899）is an outstanding French composer. But he died so early. Deeply impressed by Cesar Franck（1822-1890）, Chausson’s talent is to write the melody. His personality is forthright and passion. The similarity between his art song and Schubert’s art song is reveal the beautiful melody. Although his composition career just keep fifteen years, but his works are more. The earlier period works type is art song and chamber music. The more discussion works-“ Poem” for violine and orchestra, “Poeme de l’Amour et de la Mer” for voice, “ Symphony in B flat Major” is belong to the late period.

The thesis will focus on the earlier period work-Andante and Allegro pour clarinette et piano. The thesis contains three parts to look into this piece. The first part, historical background, examine the sociological, cultural and musical influences to form Chausson’s style. The second part is analysis, focus on its form, harmony. The last part, musical interpretation, is based on author’s opinion. It deals with musical terminology, dynamics, tempo, articulation. From this research, the author hopes to give the general audience new outlooks on this piece which further help readers to discover the true spirit of the musical piece and thus form a deeper appreciation.

Chia-ling Chang Clarinet Recital Program:

1.Louis Cahuzac： Cantilene

2.Leonardo Bernstein：Sonata

3.Ernest Chausson：Andante et Allegro

4.Jean Francaix：Tema and variazioni

5.Luigi Bassi：Fantasia（I Pritani by Bellini）

6.Joseph Horivitz：Sonatina for clarinet and piano