Joseph Guy-Marie Ropartz, born on June 15, 1864, in Guingamp, France, was a French composer. Initially studying law at Rennes, he later pursued music at the Paris Conservatory under Théodore Dubois and Jules Massenet. In 1892, Ropartz married Cécile Chauvy and, from 1894 to 1919, served as director of the Nancy Conservatory, where he introduced classes in viola, trumpet, harp, and organ, as well as symphonic concert seasons. He later served as the director of the Strasbourg Conservatory from 1919 to 1929. Ropartz's compositions include five symphonies, chamber music such as six string quartets, and sacred music, including "Psaume 136" and "Requiem". His work was deeply influenced by his Breton heritage, evident in pieces like Le Pays. He received the Chartier Prize from the Academy of Fine Arts in 1909 for his chamber music compositions. Ropartz continued composing until his death on November 22, 1955, in Lanloup, France.
