Maurice Ravel - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 07, 1875 |
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| Died | December 28, 1937 (age 62) |
| Birthplace | Ciboure, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Known For | French composer; famous for 'Boléro', 'Ma Mère l'Oye', and his influence on modern music. |
Intro
Maurice Ravel was a renowned French composer, widely associated with Impressionist music though he himself often rejected the label. He is best known for his masterful orchestration and innovative compositions, notably the orchestral work 'Boléro' (1928), which became his most famous piece. Ravel also produced important ballets such as 'Ma Mère l'Oye' (Mother Goose, 1910) and composed works that have become staples of the classical repertoire.
Early Life & Background
Maurice Ravel was born on March 7, 1875, in Ciboure, near Biarritz, France. His mother was of Basque descent and his Swiss father was an inventor and engineer. The family moved to Paris shortly after his birth. Ravel exhibited musical talent from an early age and entered the Paris Conservatoire at age 14, where he studied under Gabriel Fauré.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Composed 'Boléro' (1928), his most enduring and popular work.
- Created the ballet suite 'Ma Mère l'Oye' (Mother Goose) in 1910.
- Wrote 'Daphnis et Chloé', a ballet commissioned by Sergei Diaghilev for the Ballets Russes (1912).
- Composed the opera 'L'enfant et les sortilèges' (1925).
- Recognized for his piano works, including 'Gaspard de la nuit' and 'Miroirs'.
- Considered a master orchestrator; notable for his orchestration of Mussorgsky's 'Pictures at an Exhibition'.
Trivia
- Ravel served as a truck driver in World War I due to his small stature not meeting the French army's requirements for soldiers.
- He never married and was considered a private, somewhat enigmatic individual.
- Ravel's works are noted for clarity, rich harmonies, and innovative orchestration.
FAQs
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When was Maurice Ravel born?
Maurice Ravel was born the 7 March 1875.
Where is Maurice Ravel from?
Ciboure, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France.
On His Birth-Day
About March 7th, 1875, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 7th, 1875 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: New Moon