Maurice Ravel
Musician · France · 1875–1937
Maurice Ravel was a prominent French composer known for his contributions to classical music and impressionism.
He was awarded the prestigious Prix de Rome for his musical achievements.
Ravel was honored as a Knight of the Legion of Honour, one of France's highest distinctions.
Biography
Early Life
Joseph Maurice Ravel was born on March 7, 1875, in Ciboure, France, near the Spanish border. His father, Pierre-Joseph Ravel, was a successful engineer and inventor, while his mother, Marie, was of Basque descent and had a significant influence on his early life and music. The family moved to Paris shortly after Maurice's birth, where he grew up in a comfortable household, surrounded by music and culture. His mother’s Basque-Spanish heritage inspired many of his compositions, and he cherished the folk songs she sang to him during his childhood.
Career
Ravel's career as a composer flourished in the early 20th century, and he became known for his unique style that blended classical music with impressionistic elements. He is often associated with Impressionism alongside Claude Debussy, although both composers rejected this label. Ravel's notable works include the orchestral piece "Boléro," the ballet "Daphnis et Chloé," and the "Piano Concerto for the Left Hand." His compositions are characterized by their intricate textures and innovative harmonies, which have left a lasting impact on the music world. Ravel was also a skilled pianist and conductor, further showcasing his musical versatility.
Legacy
Despite declining numerous state honors in France, Ravel received several prestigious awards, including the Prix de Rome and the Knight of the Legion of Honour. After his death on December 28, 1937, his brother Édouard transformed Ravel's home into a museum, preserving his legacy. Ravel's music continues to inspire contemporary composers, and many works have been dedicated to him, solidifying his status as one of France's greatest composers.
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Discography
Ansermet Favourites1961
- 1.Danse macabre
- 2.Le Rouet d'Omphale
- 3.Marche Joyeuse
- 4.Pavane pour une infante défunte
- 5.España
L’Enfant et les sortilèges1961
- 1.L'Enfant et les Sortilèges: Première Partie
- 2.L'Enfant et les Sortilèges: Fin de la première partie
- 3.L'Enfant et les Sortilèges: Deuxième Partie
Ravel: String Quartet / Prokofiev: String Quartet no. 21960
- 1.String Quartet in F: Allegro moderato
- 2.String Quartet in F: Assez vif (Très rhythmé)
- 3.String Quartet in F: Très lent
- 4.String Quartet in F: Vif et agité
- 5.String Quartet no. 2 in F major, op. 92: Allegro sostenuto
- 6.String Quartet no. 2 in F major, op. 92: Adagio
- 7.String Quartet no. 2 in F major, op. 92: Allegro
Piano Concertos1960
- 1.Concerto in G Major, M. 83: I. Allegramente
- 2.Concerto in G Major, M. 83: II. Adagio assai
- 3.Concerto in G Major, M. 83: III. Presto
- 4.Concerto For The Left Hand
Debussy: Quartet / Ravel: Quartet1960
- 1.String Quartet in G minor, op. 10: I. Animé et très décidé
- 2.String Quartet in G minor, op. 10: II. Assez vif et bien rythmé
- 3.String Quartet in G minor, op. 10: III. Andantino, doucement expressif
- 4.String Quartet in G minor, op. 10: IV. Très modéré
- 5.String Quartet in F: I. Allegro moderato
- 6.String Quartet in F: II. Assez vif
- 7.String Quartet in F: III. Très lent
- 8.String Quartet in F: IV. Vif et agité
Ravel: Bolero / Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice1959
- 1.Bolero
- 2.The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
Daphnis et Chloé1959
- 1.Daphnis et Chloé: Part I. Introduction et Danse religieuse7:20
- 2.Daphnis et Chloé: Part I. Danse générale2:43
- 3.Daphnis et Chloé: Part I. Danse grotesque de Dorcon2:18
- 4.Daphnis et Chloé: Part I. Danse légère et gracieuse de Daphnis2:23
- 5.Daphnis et Chloé: Part I. Danse de Lycéion4:38
- 6.Daphnis et Chloé: Part I. Danse lente et mystérieuse des Nymphes4:40
- 7.Daphnis et Chloé: Part II. Introduction2:55
- 8.Daphnis et Chloé: Part II. Danse guerrière4:06
- 9.Daphnis et Chloé: Part II. Danse suppliante de Chloé5:14
- 10.Daphnis et Chloé: Part III. Lever du jour5:12
- 11.Daphnis et Chloé: Part III. Pantomime5:29
- 12.Daphnis et Chloé: Part III. Danse générale4:59
Bolero1958
- 1.Bolero
- 2.La Valse
- 3.Rapsodie Espagnole
- 4.Prelude To The Afternoon Of A Faun
Debussy: La Mer / Prelude à l’apres-midi d’un faune / Ravel: Rapsodie espagnole1958
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Ravel: Quartet in F major / Debussy: Quartet in G minor, op. 101958
- 1.Quartet in F major: I. Allegro moderato
- 2.Quartet in F major: II. Assez vif
- 3.Quartet in F major: III. Tres lent
- 4.Quartet in F major: IV. Vif et agite
- 5.Quartet in G minor, op. 1: I. Anime et tres decide
- 6.Quartet in G minor, op. 1: II. Assez vif et bien rythme
- 7.Quartet in G minor, op. 1: III. Scherzo (Andantino doucement expressif)
- 8.Quartet in G minor, op. 1: IV. Tres Modere; Tres mouvemente; Tres anime
Debussy: Iberia - Ravel: Alborado Del Gracioso / Valses Nobles Et Sentimentales1958
- 1.Ibéria: Par Les Rues Et Par Les Chemins (In the Streets and Byways)6:49
- 2.Ibéria: Les Parfums De La Nuit (Fragrances of the Night) - Ibéria: Le Matin D'un Jour De Fête (The Morning of a Festival Day)13:28
- 3.Valses Nobles Et Sentimentales (Noble and Sentimental Walks)16:03
- 4.Alborado Del Gracioso (Dawn Of The Gracious)7:11
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G / Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto no. 41958
- 1.Piano Concerto no. 4 in G minor, op. 40: I. Allegro vivace9:33
- 2.Piano Concerto no. 4 in G minor, op. 40: II. Largo6:01
- 3.Piano Concerto no. 4 in G minor, op. 40: III. Allegro vivace8:58
- 4.Piano Concerto in G major: I. Allegramente8:33
- 5.Piano Concerto in G major: II. Adagio assai9:27
- 6.Piano Concerto in G major: III. Presto4:00
Ravel: Boléro / Dukas: L’apprenti sorcier1958
- 1.Boléro
- 2.L’Apprenti sorcier
Bolero / La Valse1956
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Ravel: La valse, Boléro, Mother Goose Suite / Debussy: Nocturnes: Nuages, fêtes1956
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Concerto en sol majeur - Concerto pour la main gauche1955
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Daphnis et Chloé (Complete)1955
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Ravel: Concerto for Piano and Orchestra / Copland: Sonata for Piano / Bernstein: Seven Anniversaries1955
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Ravel : Boléro - Alborada - Pavane1954
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Daphnis et Chloé- Complete Ballet1953
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Ravel: Quartet in F major / Debussy: Quartet in G minor, op. 101953
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Song Cycles by Ravel and Mussorgsky1953
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La damoiselle élue / Piano Concerto for the Left Hand1947
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Daphnis et Chloé symphonic suite1930
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Iberia (Complete) / Rapsodie Espagnole1961
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Achievements
- Award
- Prix de Rome
- Award
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Award
- Grammy Hall of Fame
- Award
- Honorary Member of the International Society for Contemporary Music
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: M. Ravel, Marice Ravel, Ravel, モーリス・ラヴェル, ラヴェル
Joseph Maurice Ravel was a French composer, pianist and conductor. He is often associated with Impressionism along with his elder contemporary Claude Debussy, although both composers rejected the term. In the 1920s and 1930s Ravel was internationally regarded as France's greatest living composer.
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