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Paul Dukas
Who
Paul Dukas · Arts & Literature
What
French composer best known for The Sorcerer's Apprentice
When
1865, Paris, France — 1935, Paris, France
Where
France
Biography
Paul Dukas is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — French composer best known for The Sorcerer's Apprentice
How & why
Paul Dukas was a French Jewish composer whose orchestral scherzo 'The Sorcerer's Apprentice' became one of the most beloved works of the repertoire, later famous through Disney's 'Fantasia'. A severe self-critic who destroyed much of his output, he was also an influential teacher at the Paris Conservatoire.
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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
Contributions & Sources
French composer best known for The Sorcerer's Apprentice
1865
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
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