Which Happened First?

Jean Françaix

Jean Françaix
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Jean René Désiré Françaix was a French neoclassical composer, pianist, and orchestrator known for his prolific output and vibrant style. Françaix composed for various genres, and is particularly known for his chamber works for piano as well as wind instruments.

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Who was born first?

Timeline

  1. Georg SoltiOctober 21, 1912 – September 5, 1997
  2. Gil EvansMay 13, 1912 – 1988
  3. Jean Françaix (this page)May 23, 1912 – September 25, 1997
  4. Lightnin' HopkinsMarch 15, 1912 – January 30, 1982
  5. Sergiu CelibidacheJune 28, 1912 – August 1996
  6. Woody GuthrieJuly 14, 1912 – October 3, 1967

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