Georges Bizet was a French composer and pianist, born on October 25, 1838, in Paris, France. He is best known for his operas, particularly his masterpiece, "Carmen," which has become one of the most performed and beloved operas of all time.
Bizet came from a musical family, and his talent for music was evident from an early age. His father, Adolphe Bizet, was a singing teacher and composer, and his mother, Aimée Delsarte, was a talented pianist. Recognizing his son's potential, Adolphe gave Georges his first music lessons and nurtured his passion for the art.