Jean Galard
- February 19, 1949
- September 9, 2026 · Paris
- 77 years
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Jean Galard, 77, French organist.
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Jean Galard was a distinguished French organist who left a lasting mark on the world of classical music.
Jean Galard
1949 – 2026
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A look at the life and career of French organist Jean Galard, from his Conservatoire training to his long tenure at the Beauvais Cathedral.
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Jean Galard was a distinguished French organist who left a lasting mark on the world of classical music. Born in 1949, he began his journey as a talented student at the Conservatoire de Paris. His dedication to his craft was officially recognized in 1979 when he was awarded the Prix Maurice Duruflé by the Amis de l'orgue. Throughout his long and productive career, he served as the organist for the Beauvais Cathedral and the Church of Saint-Médard. These historic institutions provided the backdrop for his lifelong musical contributions. Galard passed away in Paris on September 9, 2026, at the age of seventy-seven. His legacy endures through the music he brought to life at the organ for decades.
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|Jean Galard (French: [ʒˈɑ̃ ɡalˈaʁ]; 19 February 1949 – 9 September 2026) was a French organist.
A graduate of the Conservatoire de Paris, he was awarded the 1979 Prix Maurice Duruflé by the Amis de l'orgue. He spent his career as the organist for the Beauvais Cathedral and the Church of Saint-Médard.
Galard died in Paris on 9 September 2026, at the age of 77.
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Trivia & Knowledge· 14 questions
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1.On what date was the French organist Jean Galard born?
- A.19 February 1949correct
- B.15 March 1949
- C.22 January 1950
- D.10 February 1948
Jean Galard was born on 19 February 1949.
Source: biography opening
2.From which institution did Jean Galard graduate?
- A.Conservatoire de Bordeaux
- B.Conservatoire de Marseille
- C.Conservatoire de Lyon
- D.Conservatoire de Pariscorrect
Jean Galard was a graduate of the Conservatoire de Paris.
Source: early education
3.What award did Jean Galard receive in 1979?
- A.Prix Maurice Duruflécorrect
- B.Prix Olivier Messiaen
- C.Prix César Franck
- D.Prix Charles-Marie Widor
Jean Galard was awarded the 1979 Prix Maurice Duruflé.
Source: awards section
4.Who presented the 1979 award to Jean Galard?
- A.Amis de l'orguecorrect
- B.Ministère de la Culture
- C.Société Philharmonique
- D.L'Académie des Beaux-Arts
Jean Galard was awarded the prize by the Amis de l'orgue.
Source: awards section
5.At which cathedral did Jean Galard serve as an organist?
- A.Beauvais Cathedralcorrect
- B.Chartres Cathedral
- C.Amiens Cathedral
- D.Rouen Cathedral
Jean Galard spent his career as the organist for the Beauvais Cathedral.
Source: career section
6.In which city did Jean Galard die?
- A.Pariscorrect
- B.Beauvais
- C.Marseille
- D.Lyon
Jean Galard died in Paris on 9 September 2026.
Source: death details
7.At what age did Jean Galard pass away?
- A.77correct
- B.76
- C.75
- D.78
Jean Galard died at the age of 77.
Source: death details
8.What was the name of the church where Jean Galard served as organist alongside Beauvais Cathedral?
- A.Church of Saint-Eustache
- B.Church of Saint-Médardcorrect
- C.Church of Saint-Roch
- D.Church of Saint-Sulpice
Jean Galard was the organist for the Beauvais Cathedral and the Church of Saint-Médard.
Source: career section
9.On what date did Jean Galard pass away?
- A.19 September 2026
- B.19 August 2026
- C.9 August 2026
- D.9 September 2026correct
Jean Galard died on 9 September 2026.
Source: biography opening
10.What was the primary profession of Jean Galard?
- A.Composer
- B.Organistcorrect
- C.Conductor
- D.Pianist
Jean Galard was a French organist.
Source: biography opening
11.Which organization awarded Jean Galard the 1979 prize?
- A.Amis de l'orguecorrect
- B.Church of Saint-Médard
- C.Beauvais Cathedral
- D.Conservatoire de Paris
The Amis de l'orgue awarded Jean Galard the 1979 Prix Maurice Duruflé.
Source: awards section
12.What nationality was Jean Galard?
- A.Belgian
- B.Swiss
- C.Canadian
- D.Frenchcorrect
Jean Galard was a French organist.
Source: biography opening
13.The discography of Jean Galard can be found on which platform?
- A.Discogscorrect
- B.Spotify
- C.Apple Music
- D.Amazon Music
The biography mentions the Jean Galard discography at Discogs.
Source: external links
14.Which specific award did Jean Galard receive in 1979?
- A.Prix Maurice Duruflécorrect
- B.Prix de Paris
- C.Prix de l'orgue
- D.Prix du Conservatoire
Jean Galard received the 1979 Prix Maurice Duruflé.
Source: awards section
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