Jean Gabriel Marie (1907–1970) was a French composer. Works His works included the opera Mirèio, which was awarded the Prix de l'Académie des Arts, Lettres, et Sciences shortly after its premier in 1939. The composition was based on the Provençal poem that inspired Gounod's opera Mireille. He wrote Suite provençale in six movements, which is occasionally performed, based on themes from the opera. Chamber music and organ works are significant among his other compositions. Career He directed of the Institut Gabriel-Marie in Marseille for many years until his death at age 63. Biography His father, Jean Gabriel-Marie, was also a composer. References French classical composers French male classical composers French opera composers Male opera composers 1907 births 1970 deaths 20th-century classical composers 20th-century French composers 20th-century French male musicians