Born on March 17, 1665, in Paris, into a family of musicians.
Élisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre was born on March 17, 1665, in Paris, France. Her birth into the Jacquet family, renowned for their contributions to music and instrument making, set the stage for her future as one of the most notable female composers of her time.
Her father, Claude Jacquet, was a well-known organist, and her early exposure to music played a significant role in her development as a prodigy. Recognized early by King Louis XIV, she was invited to perform at court, a rare honor that demonstrated her exceptional talents and the promise she held as a musician.