A leading French composer of the 20th century and a core member of "Les Six," a group of French composers who created a new musical trend in the 1920s.

Born into a wealthy Parisian business family, he developed his unique musical style largely through self-study.
His music is widely known for its sophisticated wit, humor, and a lighthearted esprit reminiscent of Parisian popular culture, such as the café-concerts.

Yet, his inner world simultaneously harbored deep melancholy, tragic weight, and a fervent religious devotion that became more pronounced in his later years. The coexistence of these contrasting emotions is his greatest charm.

He left behind numerous timeless masterpieces across a wide range of genres, including not only vocal works such as operas and songs, but also chamber music featuring wind instruments, piano pieces, and sacred music.