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Giacomo Meyerbeer (1791-1864) was a German-born composer of Italian origin, active mainly in France. He was one of the most successful and influential opera composers of his day, and his works are still performed today. Meyerbeer's operas are typically grand operas, with large casts, lavish sets, and spectacular effects. His best-known operas include Robert le Diable, Les Huguenots, and The Prophet. Meyerbeer died in Paris on 2 May 1864.