Jean-Joseph Mouret was a French composer from the Baroque period, born in 1682. He became well known for his dramatic music and played a strong role in the French music world. Today, his best-known piece is the "Fanfare-Rondeau" from his Suite de symphonies, which many people recognize as the theme music for PBS's Masterpiece program. Mouret found success working in Paris. There, he was employed by the Duchess of Maine and created operas and music for court events. He also held important positions, such as directing the orchestra at the Opéra and leading the Concert Spirituel. Although he achieved a lot early on, later in life he faced money problems. He wrote many operas, ballets, and instrumental pieces, which made an impact on French opera and ballet. Sadly, he faced jealousy and personal troubles that caused his career to fall. Mouret died poor in 1738 while in an asylum, and the place of his burial is unknown.