Jacques Champion de Chambonnieres

Jacques Champion de Chambonnières, also known as "Jacques Champion" and as "Chambonnières" (ca. 1601 – 1672, Paris) was a French harpsichordist in the Early Baroque era. Jacques Champion de Chambonnières was reported to have "excelled every performer in the softness and roundness of his touch." He is considered the founder of the French harpsichord school -- in part, because he published two collections of his works in 1670—although he probably inherited a rich and long tradition. Read more on Last.fm

Jacques Champion de Chambonnières, also known as "Jacques Champion" and as "Chambonnières" (ca. 1601 – 1672, Paris) was a French harpsichordist in the Early Baroque era. Jacques Champion de Chambonnières was reported to have "excelled every performer in the softness and roundness of his touch." He is considered the founder of the French harpsichord school -- in part, because he published two collections of his works in 1670—although he probably inherited a rich and long tradition. The French harpsichord school flourished during the 17th and 18th centuries and led to François Couperin (1668-1733) and Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764). Read more on Last.fm.

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