Pierre Baillot 1771 – 1842

Biography

Pierre Baillot was born on October 1, 1771, in Passy, a district on the outskirts of Paris. He devoted his life to music, establishing himself as an important figure in French musical life during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Throughout his career, Baillot contributed significantly to the cultural landscape of Paris, a city that remained his home and the center of his professional endeavors.

On September 15, 1842, Baillot passed away in Paris at the age of seventy, leaving behind a legacy within the musical community. His remains were laid to rest at Montmartre Cemetery in the 18th arrondissement, a final resting place that honored his years of dedication to his craft and his connection to the city he called home. Though the specific circumstances of his death were not recorded, Baillot’s life spanned a transformative period in European music, and his work left an indelible mark on French musical tradition.