Léo Delibes, born Clément Philibert Léo Delibes on February 21, 1836, in Saint-Germain-du-Val, France, was destined for a life immersed in music. His father was a mailman, but his mother and uncle were musicians, giving young Léo an early exposure to music. After his father’s death, Delibes moved to Paris with his mother, where his musical talent blossomed. At the age of 12, he entered the Paris Conservatoire, studying under renowned composers like Adolphe Adam and François Bazin. His early education prepared him for a versatile career in both sacred and theatrical music.