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Claude Debussy

1862–1918 · French

French composer whose richly coloured, evocative music broke with traditional harmony and is often described as Impressionist. A central figure in the transition to modern music.

112 worksModern

Works

Essays & context

Longer pieces about the composer — their life, circle, and the people, places and events behind the music.

Source material

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Also in concert programmes

Concert and recital programmes by Gerald Larner that feature this composer.