Biography of Betsy Jolas (*1926)

Born in Paris

The familiy goes back to USA (father is American), Betsy finishs school in Paris.

Studies at Bennington College, earning an Bachelor of Arts

Further studies in Paris with Messiaen (analysis) and Milhaud (Composition)

Appointment at broadcasting ORTF and following Messiaen at the Conservatory Paris

lectureship music analysis at Conservatory Paris

Lectureship for composition at conservatory Paris