Maurice Ravel

Full Name: Joseph Maurice Ravel
Profession: Composer and Pianist

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Biography: Maurice Ravel was a French composer who lived from 1875 to 1937. He is known for his unique and innovative musical style, which incorporated elements of both traditional classical music and popular music.

Ravel was born into a musical family in the Basque town of Ciboure, France. His father, Pierre-Joseph Ravel, was an accomplished pianist and teacher, and his mother, Marie Delbos, was a singer.

Ravel began playing the piano at an early age and composed his first piece of music at the age of 12. He later studied at the Paris Conservatory, where he won the Prix de Rome in 1901.

Some of his most famous works include the ballet "Daphnis and Chloe" and the orchestral piece "Bolero". Ravel was also an accomplished pianist, and he frequently performed his own works as well as those of other composers.

Born: March 7, 1875
Birthplace: Ciboure, France
Star Sign: Pisces

Died: December 28, 1937 (aged 62)