Maurice Ravel

1875–1937 (age 62)

Biography

Maurice Ravel, born in 1875, became one of France’s most celebrated composers, whose refined orchestration and melodic grace defined the impressionist era in music. He wrote works such as "Boléro" and "Daphnis et Chloé," blending virtuosity with a singular sense of color.

Ravel’s innovative compositions and exacting standards influenced generations of musicians, and his legacy is honored at Levallois-Perret Cemetery as a figure of enduring artistic significance.

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