Lili Boulanger 1893 – 1918

Biography

Lili Boulanger was a French composer born on August 21, 1893, in Paris during a rich period of musical creativity in France. Though her life was tragically brief, she made a significant mark on the musical world through her compositions and artistic vision. Growing up in Paris, she was immersed in a vibrant cultural environment that nurtured her exceptional talent.

Despite her tremendous promise and dedication to her craft, Lili’s life was cut short by illness. She passed away on March 15, 1918, in Mézy-sur-Seine at just twenty-four years old, succumbing to Crohn’s disease. Her death represented an immeasurable loss to the world of classical music, as she had only begun to fully develop her artistic voice.

Lili was laid to rest at Montmartre Cemetery in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, a final resting place befitting her place in French cultural history. Though her years were few, her contributions to composition endured as a testament to her remarkable gifts and the enduring power of her work.