Hector Berlioz
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About
French composer of the Romantic era best remembered for compositions like Symphonie Fantastique and for his influential Treatise on Instrumentation.
Before Fame
Unlike many famous composers, he was not a child prodigy and did not begin studying music until the age of twelve.
Trivia
He was also a well-known writer and music critic who wrote for publications like Debats.
Family Life
His father, Louis-Joseph, was a respected physician.
Associated With
His influence can be heard in the work of later composers like Richard Wagner.
