Gabriel Faure
Gabriel Faure
Born 12 May 1845, Pamiers, France
Died 4 November 1924, Paris, France
Born 12 May 1845, Pamiers, France
Died 4 November 1924, Paris, France
Bio
Gabriel Faure was a French composer known for his exquisite melodies and refined harmonies. A central figure in late Romantic and early 20th-century music, he bridged tradition and innovation in works like his requiem, chamber music, and art songs. Faure's compositions reflect his unique fusion of emotional depth and elegance, influencing impressionist and modernist movements. His legacy endures through his timeless contributions to French music and his role in shaping the transition from Romanticism to new musical horizons.
Famous Works
Pavane, Sicilienne, Pie Jesu
Gabriel Faure was a French composer known for his exquisite melodies and refined harmonies. A central figure in late Romantic and early 20th-century music, he bridged tradition and innovation in works like his requiem, chamber music, and art songs. Faure's compositions reflect his unique fusion of emotional depth and elegance, influencing impressionist and modernist movements. His legacy endures through his timeless contributions to French music and his role in shaping the transition from Romanticism to new musical horizons.
Famous Works
Pavane, Sicilienne, Pie Jesu
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