Role

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Composer Performer

Country

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France

Birth

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October 24, 1927 in Toulon, France

Death

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December 18, 2001 in Paris, France

Genre

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Orchestral

 

Gilbert Bécaud was a French singer, songwriter, and composer who was born on October 24, 1927, in Toulon, France. He was the youngest of three children and grew up in a musical family. His father was a conductor and his mother was a pianist. Bécaud began playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. Bécaud's family moved to Paris when he was a child, and he began studying at the Conservatoire de Paris. He was a gifted student and excelled in his studies. However, he was also interested in popular music and began playing in jazz clubs in Paris. In the early 1950s, Bécaud began performing as a singer and songwriter. He quickly gained popularity in France and became known for his romantic ballads and catchy pop songs. Some of his most famous songs include "Et Maintenant" ("What Now My Love"), "Nathalie," and "Je t'appartiens" ("Let It Be Me"). Bécaud was also a prolific composer of classical music. He wrote several operas, ballets, and symphonies throughout his career. His classical works were often inspired by his love of French culture and history. One of Bécaud's most famous classical works is his opera "L'Opéra d'Aran," which premiered in 1962. The opera tells the story of a young man who falls in love with a beautiful singer at the Paris Opera. The opera was a critical and commercial success and helped establish Bécaud as a serious composer. Bécaud continued to compose classical music throughout his career, but he also remained a popular singer and songwriter. He toured extensively throughout Europe and North America and was known for his energetic live performances. In addition to his music career, Bécaud was also a successful actor. He appeared in several films and television shows throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Bécaud died on December 18, 2001, at the age of 74. He left behind a legacy as one of France's most beloved musicians and composers. His music continues to be celebrated and performed around the world.

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