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Ernest Moret was a French composer and pianist who lived from 1871 to 1949. He was born in Valenciennes, a city in northern France, on December 15, 1871. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a singer. Moret showed an early talent for music and began studying piano at a young age. He later studied at the Paris Conservatory, where he was a student of Gabriel Fauré and Jules Massenet. Moret's early compositions were influenced by the Impressionist movement in art, which emphasized the use of color and light to create a mood or atmosphere. His music was characterized by its delicate melodies, subtle harmonies, and impressionistic textures. Some of his most famous works from this period include "En rêve" (In a Dream), "Nuit d'automne" (Autumn Night), and "Le temps des lilas" (The Time of Lilacs). In addition to his work as a composer, Moret was also a respected pianist. He performed frequently in Paris and other cities throughout Europe, and he was known for his sensitive interpretations of the works of Chopin, Schumann, and other Romantic composers. Moret's career as a composer reached its peak in the years leading up to World War I. During this time, he wrote a number of works that are still performed today, including his "Suite en la" (Suite in A), "Berceuse" (Lullaby), and "Feuilles mortes" (Dead Leaves). These works are notable for their lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and evocative use of orchestration. During World War I, Moret served in the French army as a musician. He was stationed in various locations throughout France, and he continued to compose music during his time in the military. Some of his most famous works from this period include "La danse des heures" (The Dance of the Hours), "La vallée des cloches" (The Valley of Bells), and "Les étoiles" (The Stars). After the war, Moret continued to compose music and perform as a pianist. He also became involved in music education, teaching at the Paris Conservatory and other institutions. Some of his most famous works from this period include "Les roses d'Ispahan" (The Roses of Isfahan), "Le jardin féerique" (The Fairy Garden), and "La fête des belles eaux" (The Festival of Beautiful Waters). Moret's music was highly regarded by his contemporaries, and he was considered one of the leading composers of his time. His works were performed by some of the most famous musicians of the day, including the pianist Alfred Cortot and the conductor Pierre Monteux. Despite this, Moret's music fell out of favor in the years following his death, and it is only in recent years that his works have begun to receive the attention they deserve. Today, Moret is remembered as one of the most important French composers of the early 20th century. His music is characterized by its delicate beauty, its evocative use of harmony and orchestration, and its ability to capture the mood and atmosphere of a particular moment or place. Some of his most famous works, such as "En rêve" and "Les roses d'Ispahan," have become staples of the classical repertoire, and they continue to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world.

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