Modern · French

Olivier Messiaen

1908 to 1992

French Modern

Open repertoire

Portrait of Olivier Messiaen

Organist at the Trinité in Paris for over sixty years, Messiaen is one of the most innovative composers of the twentieth century. His large-scale organ frescoes, from "L’Ascension" to "Le Livre du Saint Sacrement," blend Catholic faith, bird songs, and Hindu rhythms.

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The repertoire

Works in the project’s repertoire

8 works, all available to listen to.

Open repertoire

Exploratory repertoire

This classification reflects the place of these repertoires within the artistic and educational orientations of the project. It does not constitute a technical indication regarding the design of the instrument.

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