Basilique Ste-Clotilde, Paris
- Basilique Ste-Clotilde, Paris
The Saint Clotilde Basilica ("Basilique Ste-Clotilde") is a church in Paris, located on the Rue Las Cases, in the area of Saint-Germain-de-Pres. It is best known for its imposing twin spires.
History
Construction of the basilica was first mooted by the Paris City Council in 1827. It was designed by architect F. C. Gau, of Cologne in a neo-Gothic style. Work began in 1846, however Gau died in 1853, and the job was continued by Théodore Ballu who completed the church in 1857. It was opened on 30th November 1857 by Cardinal Morlot.
The Pipe Organ
Ste. Clotilde is known for its Aristide Cavaillé-Coll organ (although it is no longer in original condition) and the succession of famous composers who have been "Organiste Titulaire":
* César Franck 1859-1890
* Gabriel Pierné 1890-1898
* Charles Tournemire 1898-1939
* Jean Langlais 1945-1987
* Jacques Taddei 1987-
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