Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986) was a distinguished French composer, organist, and teacher, whose contribution to the realm of sacred music remains profoundly influential. Born in Louviers, in the Eure department, Duruflé showed early musical promise that led him to the choir school at Rouen Cathedral and later to the Paris Conservatoire. There, he studied under some of the most prominent figures in early 20th-century French music, including Louis Vierne and Charles Tournemire, and won numerous prizes, showcasing his exceptional talent in organ and composition.
Duruflé's compositional output, although limited in quantity, is noted for its exquisite craftsmanship and deep spiritual depth—characteristics most epitomized in his "Requiem, Op. 9," a piece beloved for its lyrical grace and profound beauty. Along with the Requiem, Duruflé's organ works, including the "Suite, Op. 5" and "Prélude et Fugue sur le nom d'Alain, Op. 7," have secured his legacy as a master of 20th-century French organ music. Duruflé's meticulous blending of Gregorian chant with sophisticated organ techniques and harmonies echoes the traditions of the French Romantic and neo-Classical schools, yet his music maintains a timeless appeal, marked by a serene and contemplative character. Throughout his career, Duruflé also served as an influential teacher and renowned organist, positions that further cemented his status within the French musical community and beyond.
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