Jean Langlais, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Jean Langlais

French composer of modern classical music, organist, and improviser

Date of Birth: 15-Feb-1907

Place of Birth: La Fontenelle, Brittany, France

Date of Death: 08-May-1991

Profession: composer, organist, university teacher, music pedagogue

Nationality: France

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Jean Langlais (15 February 1907 – 8 May 1991) was a French composer of modern classical music, organist, and improviser.
He described himself as "Breton, de foi Catholique".
His works include masses and organ music, some based on Gregorian themes, enhanced by polymodal harmonies, as well as music for other forces.