Born 7 March 1875, Ciboure, France
Died 28 December 1937, Paris, France
Maurice Ravel was a French composer known for his meticulous craftsmanship and exquisite orchestrations. A leading figure of Impressionism, he created evocative works such as "Bolero," "Daphnis et Chloe," and "Pavane pour une infante defunte." Ravel's distinctive fusion of clarity and innovation resulted in compositions marked by rich textures and emotional depth. His mastery extended to piano music, chamber works, and ballets. Through his distinct musical language, Ravel remains a trailblazer in 20th-century music, leaving an indelible imprint on the art of orchestration and musical expression.
Famous Works
Bolero, Pavane pour une Infante Defunte, Ma Mere l'Oye
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Featured Items by Maurice Ravel
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Boleropiano soloEASY+ -
Menuet sur le nom d'Haydnpiano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Pavane pour une Infante Defunteviolin (or flute) & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Pavane de la Belle au Bois Dormant - Pavane of the...cello & pianoADVANCED -
Pavane pour une Infante Defuntepiano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Bolerotwo pianosADVANCED -
Ma Mere l'Oyepiano four handsADVANCED -
Pavane de la Belle au Bois Dormant - Pavane of the...viola & pianoADVANCED -
Tzigane, Rapsodie de Concert (NEW EDITION)violin & pianoADVANCED -
A La Maniere De Alexander Borodinepiano soloINTERMEDIATE
Popular Maurice Ravel Music
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Piece En Forme De Habaneraflute & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Piano Concerto In G, 1st Movement 'Allegramente'piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
D'Anne Jouant De L'Espinettevoice & piano (High Voice)INTERMEDIATE -
Pavanne De La Belle Au Bois Dormantpiano soloEASY -
Piece En Forme De Habaneraclarinet & pianoINTERMEDIATE -
Le Tombeau De Couperin - II. Fuguepiano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Prelude, (intermediate)piano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Sonatine, 2nd Movementpiano soloINTERMEDIATE -
Pavane de la belle au bois dormant (Sleeping Beaut...two violins (duets, violin duets)INTERMEDIATE -
Bolero for Strings (arr. Cameron Law) (COMPLETE)orchestraINTERMEDIATE -
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Latest Additions by Maurice Ravel
Menuet sur le nom d'Haydn
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Pavane pour une Infante Defunte
Start now to play this fantastic arrangement by Maurice Ravel for violin (or flute) and piano. It includes high quality PDF sheet music files with audio Mp3 and Mp3 accompaniment files plus interactive sheet music for realtime transposition. Enjoy it now.
"Lovely haunting melody that is easy to get to grips with. Really enjoyed playing this piece."
Bolero
Have fun playing this wonderful transcription by Maurice Ravel for two pianos. It offers high quality PDF sheet music files with audio Mp3 and Mp3 accompaniment files. Start playing it now.
Ma Mere l'Oye
Start dreaming fantastic colors and emotions with the renowned work by Maurice Ravel for piano four hands. It comprises high quality PDF sheet music files with audio Mp3 and Mp3 accompaniment files. It also includes interactive sheet music for realtime transposition. Don't wait, play it now.
Pavane de la Belle au Bois Dormant - Pavane of the Sleeping Beauty
Make a blast with the terrific composition by Maurice Ravel for cello and piano. It gives you high quality PDF sheet music files with audio Mp3 and Mp3 accompaniment files as well as interactive sheet music for realtime transposition. Start playing it now.
"This is a useful exercise in playing high on the cello; not too difficult as it is quite slow. Works OK without piano accompaniment."
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