Julien Tiersot
French musicologist and composer; researcher
Born
July 5th, 1857
167 years ago
Died
1936
89 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Born in 1857, Tiersot contributed significantly to musicology and composition in France. His extensive research focused on early music, particularly the works of François Couperin. Tiersot was a prominent figure in the French musical landscape and took part in various publications and studies that analyzed historical music practices. His efforts aimed to preserve and understand the nuances of French musical heritage, influencing future generations of musicologists and composers.
Authored 'La Musique au Temps de Louis XIV'
Conducted research on François Couperin
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