Opens with a pianissimo duet between flute and clarinet in thirds, soon joined by shimmering strings and wide-ranging harp arpeggios.
For modern performances, many professional ensembles refer to the Henle Urtext Edition , which corrects errors found in the early Durand plates. Introduction et allegro, M.46 (Ravel, Maurice) - IMSLP imslp ravel introduction and allegro
The Introduction et Allegro IMSLP page is a primary resource for performers and scholars, offering several historical and practical editions: Opens with a pianissimo duet between flute and
Ravel’s own arrangement for two pianos (1905) can be found, along with a piano solo transcription by Lucien Garban. The 1906 First Edition published by A
The 1906 First Edition published by A. Durand & Fils is available, providing the original orchestration.
A sonata-form section where the harp takes the lead, featuring a prominent solo cadenza that recalls themes from the introduction before a brilliant coda. 3. IMSLP Resources and Scores