Georges Bizet
French composer (1838–1875)
1838 — 1875
Quick Facts
Profession
French composer (1838–1875)
Born
October 25, 1838
Died
1875 (age ~37)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
composer, conductor, pianist
FranceBorn in Rue Louise-Émilie-de-La-Tour-d'AuvergneDied in Bougival
1838
Born in Rue Louise-Émilie-de-La-Tour-d'Auvergne (1838-10-25)
1857
AwardPrix de Rome
1875
Died in Bougival
About
Georges Bizet was a French composer of the Romantic era. Best known for his operas in a career cut short by his early death, Bizet achieved few successes before his final work, Carmen, which has become one of the most popular and frequently performed works in the entire opera repertoire.
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Who is Georges Bizet?+
Georges Bizet was a French composer of the Romantic era. Best known for his operas in a career cut short by his early death, Bizet achieved few successes before his final work, Carmen, which has become one of the most popular and frequently performed works in the entire opera repertoire.
What does the name Georges mean?+
The name Georges means "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is of French origin.
When was Georges Bizet born?+
Georges Bizet was born on October 25, 1838.
When did Georges Bizet die?+
Georges Bizet died in 1875, at approximately 37 years of age.
Name Meaning
plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.
The name Georges is of French origin, meaning "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Georges — October 25, 1838
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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3am Wikipedia rabbit hole. Ended up here. No regrets.
— a night owl
Your music got me through the hardest year of my life.
— a listener
Front row, 2012. I still get chills thinking about it.
— someone at your concert
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