Maurice Jaubert was a French composer born on 3 January 1900 in Nice. He is known for scoring significant films during the early sound era, including Jean Vigo’s Zero for Conduct and L’Atalante. Jaubert grew up in a musical family and began playing the piano at age five. After studying at the Nice Conservatory of Music, he pursued law and literature at the Sorbonne. However, he chose music as his career after serving in World War I.

Jaubert’s compositions included songs, piano pieces, and film scores. He collaborated with famous directors and was a music director at Pathé-Nathan studio. His music was characterised by clarity and spontaneity, avoiding unnecessary complexity. Jaubert served in World War II and tragically died in action at the age of 40. His legacy includes the song “À Paris, dans chaque faubourg,” which remains popular. His work influenced many filmmakers and composers, and his contributions to music continue to be celebrated today, highlighting the importance of creativity in times of conflict.