About Roland Marais
Lived 1680 – 1750 (aged 69–70). Roland Marais was a French composer and viol player.
Roland Pierre Marais (c. 1685, Paris – c. 1750, Paris) was a French viol player and composer. He was the son of the composer Marin Marais (1656–1728).
His compositions are written in a similar style to his father's.
Works 1711: Nouvelle méthode de musique pour servir d'introduction aux amateurs modernes (lost) Règles d'accompagnement pour la basse de viole (The Hague) 1735: Premier Livre de Pièces de Viole 1738: Deuxième Livre
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Who was Roland Marais?
French viol player and composer
When was Roland Marais born?
Roland Marais was born in 1680 in Paris.
When did Roland Marais die?
Roland Marais died in 1750 in Paris.
What was Roland Marais's occupation?
Roland Marais was a composer and viol player.
What nationality was Roland Marais?
Roland Marais was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Roland Marais. https://biography.guide/roland-marais/
MLA: "Roland Marais." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/roland-marais/.
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