Eugène Gigout facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eugène Gigout
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Recording with Eugène Gigout for the Welte-Philharmonic-Organ, 1912
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| Born | 23 March 1844 |
| Died | 9 December 1925 (aged 81) |
Eugène Gigout (born March 23, 1844 – died December 9, 1925) was a famous French organ player and composer. He wrote a lot of music, especially for the organ, in the late Romantic style.
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About Eugène Gigout
Eugène Gigout was born in Nancy, France. He later passed away in Paris.
He was a student of the well-known composer Camille Saint-Saëns. Gigout worked as the main organist at the Saint-Augustin Church in Paris for an amazing 62 years!
A Talented Teacher and Composer
Gigout was not only a great organist but also a respected teacher. Many students learned from him. He also wrote many high-quality musical pieces.
People knew him for being an expert at improvising music on the spot. He even started his own music school. His nephew, Leon Boëllmann, also became a talented organist and composer. Sadly, Boëllmann died at a very young age.
Famous Musical Works
Gigout's most famous pieces are from his collection called 10 pièces pour orgue (10 pieces for organ), written in 1890.
The Toccata in B minor
His best-known work is the Toccata in B minor. This piece is often played as an extra song at the end of organ concerts. It's a very exciting and popular piece.
Other Popular Pieces
Another piece from the same collection that is often performed is the Scherzo in E major. It's a lively and fun piece.
Other compositions by Gigout that you might hear today include Grand Choeur Dialogué and Marche Religieuse. You can find many of Gigout's works on music recordings.
Images for kids
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Recording session with Eugène Gigout for the Welte-Philharmonic-Organ, 1912.
See also
In Spanish: Eugène Gigout para niños
