Claude Debussy (1862–1918)
Claude Debussy was a French composer and one of the most influential figures in classical music, widely regarded as the father of Impressionism in music. Born on August 22, 1862, in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France, Debussy’s innovative use of harmony, texture, and tone revolutionized the landscape of classical music, pushing the boundaries of traditional forms and paving the way for modernism.

Debussy’s compositions are renowned for their rich, evocative textures and lyrical expressiveness, often inspired by nature, art, and literature. His most famous works, such as Clair de Lune, Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune, La Mer, and Arabesque No. 1, showcase his mastery of orchestration and his ability to evoke mood and atmosphere through sound. With a preference for ambiguity and fluidity, Debussy often broke conventional structures, opting for unusual scales such as the whole tone scale, and creating music that defies simple categorization.

A key figure in the late Romantic and early Modern periods, Debussy’s music bridged the gap between the lush emotionalism of the 19th century and the more dissonant, experimental styles of the 20th century. His approach to rhythm, harmony, and tonality has had a lasting influence on generations of composers, including Maurice Ravel, Igor Stravinsky, and contemporary film score composers.

Debussy’s health was often fragile, and he faced personal and financial struggles throughout his life. Despite these challenges, his music continued to gain recognition, and he achieved a prominent position in the French music scene. He passed away on March 25, 1918, but his legacy endures as one of the most innovative and beloved composers in the classical canon.

The Claude Debussy profile on SoundCloud is dedicated to sharing his extensive catalog, offering listeners an opportunity to experience the depth and beauty of his works in a variety of interpretations. Whether through orchestral pieces, solo piano works, or new arrangements, this profile brings together the diverse facets of Debussy’s music for both longtime fans and new listeners to explore.

Torino, 01 September 2018
Welcome in my musical diary. Piano Solo.
I hope you enjoy it.
contact: soundcloud@valachis.com
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http://about.me/fivos.valachis
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More than 6.000.000 plays on SoundCloud and many friends from around the world in three years.
At 20 May 2013, when I made my first track sharing (Fivosvalachis – Starting-terminus), was not imaginable.

it is obvious that I'm happy and I want to share my happiness with all of you who have participated and helped me in this journey.

all of you who have encouraged me with listening, commenting, with your likes, the repostings and support in other social media:
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all of you who bought my albums allowing me to take time to my work and dedicate it to music:
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fivos-music.bandcamp.com/

all the great musicians who have participated in my projects, adding their sensitivity to my compositions and those that have allowed me to work on their wonderful projects.
They are all listed here:
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soundcloud.com/fivosvalachis/sets/collabs-in-other-projects-and

all the friends known in this virtual square, musicians and not, that for personal reasons, a composition was born, listed here:
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all the PianoCloud friends and specially Pamela Chng that has proposed me:
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Pascal Durif for its beautiful photographs that were often a source of inspiration:
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Nick Thomas to be chosen many times to transmit my music at Redruth Radio:
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www.mixcloud.com/tag/nick-thomas/
soundcloud.com/fivosvalachis/sets/radio-trasmissions

Giovanni Dissegna for the organization of my concerts:
@giovanni-dissegna

and of course my family:
soundcloud.com/fivosvalachis/sets/my-family-album

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