Julien Tiersot

French musicologist and composer; researcher

Julien Tiersot - French musicologist and composer; researcher
Born

July 5th, 1857
168 years ago

Died

1936
89 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

France

Links & References

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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