Ernest Chausson 1855 – 1899

Biography

Ernest Chausson was born on January 20, 1855, in Paris, where he would develop into one of France’s notable composers. His life, though brief, was marked by a deep dedication to musical composition during a vibrant period of French cultural achievement in the late nineteenth century.

Chausson’s career was dedicated entirely to the creation of music, contributing to the rich artistic landscape of his era. He worked during a time of significant innovation in French composition, when artists were exploring new harmonic possibilities and expanding the boundaries of musical expression.

On June 10, 1899, Chausson’s life was cut short in an unexpected tragedy in Limay when he was struck by a bicycle accident. He was only forty-four years old at the time of his death. His final resting place is Père Lachaise Cemetery in the Ménilmontant district of Paris, where he remains among many other notable French artists and cultural figures.