Pierre Montan Berton was a French composer and conductor of the royal orchestra and of the Grand Opera. A contemporary of Gluck and of Piccinni, his great talent for conducting aided efficiently in the improvement of French opera.
Background
Pierre-Montan was born on January 7, 1727, Paris, France.
Connections
Pierre's son Henri Montan Berton (1767–1844) was also a composer, more famous than Pierre himself.