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Hector Berlioz

    December 11, 1803 – March 8, 1869

    Hector Berlioz was a French composer, conductor, and music author who became a pivotal figure of the Romantic era. His innovative approach to orchestration and expansive musical forms pushed the boundaries of classical music. Berlioz became renowned for his monumental compositions, which often drew inspiration from literary sources and conveyed intense emotions. His influence on modern orchestral practice remains significant.

    Hector Berlioz
    A Travers Chants
    Evenings with the Orchestra
    The Memoirs of Hector Berlioz
    Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14 (Episode in the Life of an Artist)
    The Memoirs of Hector Berlioz: Introduced by David Cairns
    The Memoirs of Hector Berlioz, Member of the French Institute