Role

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Composer  

Birth

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September 17, 1920 in Lausanne, Switzerland

Death

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September 24, 1989

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Symphony

 

 

Vocal

 

Jean Perrin was a French composer who lived from 1901 to 1978. He was born in the city of Lyon, France, on May 20, 1901. Perrin was the son of a music teacher, and he grew up in a musical family. His father taught him to play the piano, and he began composing music at a young age. Perrin studied music at the Conservatoire de Lyon, where he was a student of the composer and conductor Louis Aubert. He also studied with the composer and musicologist Paul Dukas at the Conservatoire de Paris. Perrin was a talented student, and he won several prizes for his compositions while he was still a student. After completing his studies, Perrin began working as a composer and music teacher. He taught at several schools in France, including the Conservatoire de Lyon and the École Normale de Musique de Paris. He also worked as a music critic for several French newspapers. Perrin's music was influenced by a variety of styles and composers. He was particularly interested in the music of the Baroque period, and he often incorporated Baroque elements into his compositions. He was also influenced by the music of Debussy, Ravel, and Stravinsky. Perrin's early works were often characterized by their simplicity and clarity. He wrote several works for piano, including a set of preludes and a sonata. He also wrote several chamber works, including a string quartet and a trio for flute, violin, and piano. In the 1930s, Perrin began to experiment with more complex forms and structures. He wrote several works for orchestra, including a symphony and a suite. He also wrote several works for choir and orchestra, including a cantata and a requiem. Perrin's music was well-received by critics and audiences alike. His works were often praised for their clarity, elegance, and emotional depth. He was considered one of the leading composers of his generation in France. During World War II, Perrin continued to compose music despite the difficult circumstances. He wrote several works for piano, including a set of études and a sonata. He also wrote several works for voice and piano, including several songs and a cycle of poems. After the war, Perrin continued to compose music and teach. He wrote several works for orchestra, including a concerto for piano and a suite for strings. He also wrote several works for choir and orchestra, including a mass and a cantata. In the 1950s, Perrin began to experiment with electronic music. He wrote several works for tape, including a musique concrète piece and a piece for tape and orchestra. He also wrote several works for chamber ensemble, including a trio for flute, clarinet, and piano. Perrin's later works were often characterized by their complexity and experimentation. He wrote several works for large ensemble, including a piece for 12 cellos and a piece for 24 violins. He also wrote several works for choir and orchestra, including a cantata and a requiem. Perrin's music has been performed and recorded by many leading musicians and ensembles. His works continue to be admired for their clarity, elegance, and emotional depth. He is considered one of the leading composers of his generation in France, and his music remains an important part of the classical music repertoire.

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