Regarded as one of the quintessential composers of the 20th century, French composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918) created a brilliant musical style all his own, although, the art and literature of his ...

The music of Claude Debussy is standard orchestral repertory these days, but when he composed his now-famous works, Belle Époque Europe hardly knew what to think. Author Harvey Lee Snyder renders the ...

It may seem a paradox that one of the most influential composers of modern sung theater completed only one opera. “Pelléas et Mélisande” brought French composer Claude Debussy instant fame in 1902 ...

The Italian director Romeo Castellucci, known for his avant-garde theater productions, will take on Debussy’s “Pelléas et Mélisande” in his La Scala debut. By A.J. Goldmann In two programs with the ...

They may have lived a century apart — but they share a strong musical, emotional and geographical connection. Composer Claude Debussy (1863-1918) had a profound influence on young musician Hershey ...

This month, many classical music lovers noted Maurice Ravel’s 150th birthday. On Monday, March 31, Quatuor Debussy pairs Ravel’s music with the composer whose name it carries in celebration of both ...