Bernard Parmegiani (1927–2013) was a pioneering French composer renowned for his contributions to electroacoustic and acousmatic music. Initially a sound engineer for French television, he joined the Groupe de Recherches Musicales (GRM) in 1959, studying under Pierre Schaeffer. Parmegiani's innovative works, such as "De Natura Sonorum" (1975), explore the intricate nature of sound. His influence extends to contemporary artists like Aphex Twin and Autechre. Beyond concert pieces, he composed for film, television, and created the iconic jingle for Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, played for over 35 years. ([bernard-parmegiani.fr](https://bernard-parmegiani.fr/en/itineraire/biographie/?utm_source=openai))