Grigny, Nicolas de b. September, 1672 d. November 30, 1703 Organist, Composer. Considered one of the greatest organists of the Baroque period, he broadened the potential of his instrument in terms of musical color, pedal technique, and profound expressiveness. Johann Sebastian Bach hailed him as a genius. Grigny was born in Reims, where his family had served as church musicians for three generations. After studying with Nicolas Lebegue in Paris, he was appointed organist at the Basilica of St. Denis in 1693 and at Reims Cathedral in 1697. His...[Read More] (Bio by: Robert Edwards) Church of Saint-Michel, Reims, Departement de la Marne, Champagne-Ardenne, France Plot: Destroyed during World War I
b. September, 1672 d. November 30, 1703