About César Geoffray
Lived 1901 – 1972 (aged 71). César Geoffray was a French composer, choir director and university teacher.
César Geoffray (20 February 1901 – 24 December 1972) was a French composer, choral director, and music educator.
Geoffray was born in Lyon, and began his career as a child musician in the circus, then as a conductor in a theatre during the silent film era. He was inspired by meeting composer Florent Schmitt and painter Albert Gleizes early in life. He founded the choral movement known as A Coeur Joie. His students included choreographer Hélène Carlut and dancer Françoise Dupuy.
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Who was César Geoffray?
French composer (1901–1972)
When was César Geoffray born?
César Geoffray was born on 20 February 1901 in 3rd arrondissement of Lyon.
When did César Geoffray die?
César Geoffray died on 24 December 1972 in Soucieu-en-Jarrest.
What was César Geoffray's occupation?
César Geoffray was a composer, choir director and university teacher.
What nationality was César Geoffray?
César Geoffray was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). César Geoffray. https://biography.guide/cesar-geoffray/
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