Marcel Dupré
French organist and composer (1886–1971)
1886 — 1971
Quick Facts
Profession
French organist and composer (1886–1971)
Born
May 3, 1886
Died
1971 (age ~85)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
composer, organist, pedagogue
FranceBorn in RouenDied in Meudon
1886
Born in Rouen (1886-05-03)
1914
AwardPrix de Rome
1923
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1935
AwardOfficer of the Legion of Honour
1948
AwardCommander of the Legion of Honour
1954
Positiondirector (1954–1956)
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Marcel Jean-Jules Dupré was a French organist, composer, and pedagogue.
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Who is Marcel Dupré?+
Marcel Jean-Jules Dupré was a French organist, composer, and pedagogue.
What does the name Marcel mean?+
The name Marcel means "A male given name from French.. Etymology: Borrowed from Marcel, from Marcellus, diminutive of Marcus. Marcellus.". It is of German origin.
When was Marcel Dupré born?+
Marcel Dupré was born on May 3, 1886.
When did Marcel Dupré die?+
Marcel Dupré died in 1971, at approximately 85 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.. Etymology: Borrowed from Marcel, from Marcellus, diminutive of Marcus. Marcellus.
The name Marcel is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from French.. Etymology: Borrowed from Marcel, from Marcellus, diminutive of Marcus. Marcellus.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Marcel — May 3, 1886
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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Guestbook
Your music got me through the hardest year of my life.
— a listener
I use your work to teach. Pure genius, every note.
— a music teacher
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