Claude Debussy was born
Beginning of the composer’s lifetime.
About this piece
The last prelude by Claude Debussy, Feux d’artifice (fireworks) ends this magnificent cycle with a festive display of fireworks, both as a musical image and as a pianistic challenge.
Fireworks were a regular staple at the Bastille Day in France, much like they are for Independence Day in the United States.
As a homage to the French holiday, Claude Debussy quotes a short segment of the French national anthem at the end of this prelude.
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Feux d'artifice was composed
Claude Debussy was 51 years old
Claude Debussy died
End of the composer’s lifetime.
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