Olivier Messiaen
French composer, organist and ornithologist (1908–1992)
1908 — 1992
Quick Facts
Profession
French composer, organist and ornithologist (1908–1992)
Born
December 10, 1908
Died
1992 (age ~84)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
composer, pianist, musician
FranceBorn in AvignonDied in Clichy
1908
Born in Avignon (1908-12-10)
1919
EducationStudied at Conservatoire de Paris
1971
AwardErasmus Prize
1971
AwardWihuri Sibelius Prize
1975
AwardErnst von Siemens Music Prize
1975
AwardRoyal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal
About
Olivier Eugène Prosper Charles Messiaen was a French composer, organist, and ornithologist. One of the major composers of the 20th century, he was also an outstanding teacher of composition and musical analysis.
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Who is Olivier Messiaen?+
Olivier Eugène Prosper Charles Messiaen was a French composer, organist, and ornithologist. One of the major composers of the 20th century, he was also an outstanding teacher of composition and musical analysis.
What does the name Olivier mean?+
The name Olivier means "A surname from French, equivalent to English Oliver.. Etymology: Olivier. Oliver.". It is of French origin.
When was Olivier Messiaen born?+
Olivier Messiaen was born on December 10, 1908.
When did Olivier Messiaen die?+
Olivier Messiaen died in 1992, at approximately 84 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from French, equivalent to English Oliver.. Etymology: Olivier. Oliver.
The name Olivier is of French origin, meaning "A surname from French, equivalent to English Oliver.. Etymology: Olivier. Oliver.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Olivier
Olivier — December 10, 1908
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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