Romantic-era organist, conductor, and pianist who became known for his compositions "The Carnival of Animals," "Samson and Delilah," and "Danse macabre." His Piano Concerto No. 2, Cello Concerto No. 1, and Symphony No. 3 also retained popularity long after his death. His perfect pitch was discovered while he was still two. He made his public concert debut when he was five, accompanying a violin sonata by Beethoven.
