Louis Vierne (1870 - 1937) Louis Victor Jules Vierne was a renowned French organist and composer. He was born October 8, 1870 in Poitiers and died June 2, 1937 in Paris. Vierne was considered one of the greatest musical improvisers of his generation. His few improvisations that were preserved on early phonograph recordings sound like finished, polished compositions.
His output for organ includes six symphonies, '24 Fantasy Pieces' (which includes his famous 'Carillon de Westminster'), and '24 Pieces In Free Style,' among other works. There are also several chamber works (sonatas for violin and cello, a piano quintet and a string quartet for example), vocal and choral music, and a symphony in A minor for orchestra. (Hide extended text)...(Read all) Source : Wikipedia
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