Biography

Charles Gounod (June 17, 1818 - October 18, 1893) was a renowned French composer, best known for his compositions like Ave Maria (based on a work by Bach), operas Faust and Roméo et Juliette. Apart from his famous works, Gounod also composed lesse... Read more

Charles Gounod (June 17, 1818 - October 18, 1893) was a renowned French composer, best known for his compositions like Ave Maria (based on a work by Bach), operas Faust and Roméo et Juliette. Apart from his famous works, Gounod also composed lesser-known pieces for Orchestra and Narration, including the popular setting of the text "What shall we put in the Pumpkin Stew?". His contributions to the world of music have left a lasting impact and continue to inspire musicians and audiences alike.