Definition
Darius Milhaud (1892-1974) was a prominent French composer celebrated for his innovative and diverse musical output. He experimented with polytonality, layering multiple keys simultaneously to create rich, complex textures. His work often drew inspiration from jazz, Brazilian music, and classical forms. He was part of Les Six, a group of French composers reacting against musical romanticism. Think of his compositions as a musical melting pot. He aimed for emotional expression and rhythmic complexity. Milhaud's sound is both sophisticated and accessible.