Jean-Claude Touche
French composer (1926–1944)
Jean-Claude Touche (7 August 1926 – 29 August 1944) was a French musician, organist and composer.
Biography
Jean-Claude Touche was born in Paris. His father, Firmin Touche (Avignon, 25 juillet 1875-1957), was concertmaster of the Concerts Colonne and academic at the Conservatoire de Paris.
In 1941, Jean-Claude entered the Conservatoire de Paris where Henri Rabaud had just given way to Claude Delvincourt. He attended the classes of Maurice Duruflé and Marcel Dupré. He won a first prize in organ in 1944, three months before his death.
During his very short existence, he composed some quality works: Thème et variations sur Veni creator and a Pastorale pour orgue.
"He had the virtuoso's gifts, clarity, flames. His executions were at the same time thoughtful and alive. He loved improvisation and shared with his listeners his aspirations and religious ecstasy." Thus spoke Marcel Dupré about his student.
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