Jacques Offenbach

Composer of operettas and songs

Jacques Offenbach - Composer of operettas and songs
Born

June 20th, 1819
206 years ago

Died

October 5th, 1880
145 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Born in Germany and later settled in France, a prominent cellist and composer flourished during the 19th century. Worked primarily in the operetta genre, contributing significantly to the development of the form. Best remembered for composing "Orphée aux Enfers," which features the famous "Can-Can" music. Offenbach's style combined wit and satirical commentary, leading to a resurgence of popularity in comic opera.

Composed 'Orphée aux Enfers'

Influenced the operetta genre

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