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Information: (1825-1892) His real name was Florimond Ronger and he was always known by the nickname "Le Compositeur Tocqué" ("The Crazy Composer"). He was organist to a lunatic asylum in Paris called the Bicêtre Hospital where he organized performances of small musi
Ronger, Florimond Sites:
French Opérette and Opéra Bouffe French Opérette and Opéra Bouffe: An overview of the development of French Opérette and Opéra Bouffe, examining how these forms had their origin in a lunatic asylum in Paris. (Ronger, Florimond) http://www.theatrehistory.com/french/operette001.html
Herve Herve: Stage works with lyricists and premier places and dates. (Ronger, Florimond) http://www.musicaltheatreguide.com/composers/herve/herve.html
Additional
Information: (1825-1892) His real name was Florimond Ronger and he was always known by the nickname "Le Compositeur Tocqué" ("The Crazy Composer"). He was organist to a lunatic asylum in Paris called the Bicêtre Hospital where he organized performances of small musi
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