Pierre François Riga

Belgian musician (1831-1892)
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Summary

Pierre François Riga was born on January 21, 1831[1], in Liège[2]. He died on January 18, 1892[3], in Schaerbeek[4]. He worked as a composer[5], conductor[6], organist[7], and chapelmaster[8]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[9]

Key Facts

  • Country of citizenship: Belgium[10]
  • Field of work: composed musical work[11], conducting[12], organ performance[13], music composition[14]
  • Educated at: Royal Conservatory of Brussels[15]
  • Sex or gender: male[16]
  • Given name: Pierre[17], Franz[18]
  • Described by source: Riemann's Music Dictionary[19]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: French[20]

FAQs

Where was Pierre François Riga born?

Pierre François Riga's place of birth was Liège[2].

Where did Pierre François Riga die?

Pierre François Riga died in Schaerbeek[4].

What did Pierre François Riga do for work?

Pierre François Riga worked as a composer[5], conductor[6], organist[7], and chapelmaster[8].

Where did Pierre François Riga go to school?

Pierre François Riga was educated at Royal Conservatory of Brussels[15].

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  1. [9] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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  1. 5w ago · Anti-Strange-Ipek-Action · 2026-09-06 view diff on Wikidata ↗
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    Sbn author id → MUSV055408
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    Place name sign → Bruxelles - Square François Riga (2).JPG
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