Auguste Vaucorbeil

Auguste Emmanuel Vaucorbeil, born Veaucorbeille, (15 December 1821 – 2 November 1884) was a French composer and theatre manager. He was the director of the Paris Opera from 1879 until his death at the age of 62. Vaucorbeil was born in Rouen and studied at the Paris Conservatoire. As a composer, he was best known for his art songs, but he also composed chamber music and two operas.

Auguste Vaucorbeil
Born
Auguste Emmanuel Veaucorbeille

(1821-12-15)15 December 1821
Rouen, France
Died2 November 1884(1884-11-02) (aged 62)
Paris, France
Occupations
  • composer
  • theatre manager
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