Rodolphe Kreutzer
1766–1831 (age 65)
Violinist/Composer
Biography
Rodolphe Kreutzer was a celebrated French violinist and composer born in 1766. His virtuosity on the violin and his prolific compositions established him as a major figure in European classical music, influencing generations of musicians.
Kreutzer's legacy extends through his numerous compositions and his impact on violin technique and performance. His name remains synonymous with excellence in music, and his contributions to classical repertoire continue to be performed and studied worldwide. He was interred in the Cemetery of Kings upon his death in 1831.