César Franck
Belgian composer and organist of symphonic works
Born
December 10th, 1822
202 years ago
Died
November 8th, 1890
134 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Born in 1822 in Belgium, a composer and organist contributed significantly to the musical landscape of the 19th century. Primarily recognized for symphonic compositions, his works include symphonies, sacred music, and chamber music. During his career, he held the position of organist at the Basilica of Saint Clotilde in Paris, where he became known for his virtuosic organ performances. Strongly linked to the French Romantic movement, Franck blended classical forms with innovative harmonic language. He also played a pivotal role in the development of the symphonic poem as a genre. His works gained popularity posthumously, influencing generations of composers.
Composed Symphonic Variations
Wrote Symphony in D minor
Created Violin Sonata in A major
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