Claude Terrasse
1867–1923 (age 56)
Biography
Claude Terrasse lent his composer’s voice to the lively theatrical world of Paris, creating whimsical operettas and musical comedies that delighted audiences and helped define Belle Époque entertainment.
He remains remembered for his inventive collaborations with contemporary writers and performers, his resting place in Division 30 of Cimetière de Montmartre inviting reflection on a life devoted to artistic joy.