Claude Debussy
French classical composer (1862–1918)
1862 — 1918
Quick Facts
Profession
French classical composer (1862–1918)
Born
August 22, 1862
Died
1918 (age ~56)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
composer, pianist, music critic
FranceBorn in Saint-Germain-en-LayeDied in 16th arrondissement of Paris
1862
Born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye (1862-08-22)
1884
AwardPrix de Rome
1903
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1918
Died in 16th arrondissement of Paris
About
Achille Claude Debussy was a French composer. He is sometimes seen as the first Impressionist composer, although he vigorously rejected the term. He was among the most influential composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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Who is Claude Debussy?+
Achille Claude Debussy was a French composer. He is sometimes seen as the first Impressionist composer, although he vigorously rejected the term. He was among the most influential composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
What does the name Claude mean?+
The name Claude means "unisex given name". It is of French origin.
When was Claude Debussy born?+
Claude Debussy was born on August 22, 1862.
When did Claude Debussy die?+
Claude Debussy died in 1918, at approximately 56 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name
The name Claude is of French origin, meaning "unisex given name". It is traditionally a male name.
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Claude — August 22, 1862
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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— a fellow musician
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