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This expansion of repertoire has been fueled further by the development of the flute during this period into the instrument that we are familiar with today. In this document, I explain why this specific portion of French repertoire, which originated as examination pieces, has become so popular. This document is paired with the following recital from January 2023: Jules Demersseman - Sixième Solo de Concert, Op.82, (year of concours: 1896)Gabriel Fauré - Fantasie, Op.79, (year of concours: 1898) Cécile Chaminade - Concertino, Op.107, (year of concours: 1902) Louis Ganne - Andante et Scherzo (year of concours: 1901) Philippe Gaubert - Nocturne et Allegro Scherzando (year of concours: 1906) André Jolivet - Chant de Linos (year of concours: 1944) I provide historical information on each of the composers and their pieces. Additionally, I label and organize the performance techniques demanded in these pieces. 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