Michael William Balfe was an Irish composer, best remembered for his operas, especially The Bohemian Girl.
After a short career as a violinist, Balfe pursued an operatic singing career, while he began to compose. Wikipedia
Born: May 15, 1808, Dublin, Ireland
Died: October 20, 1870 (age 62 years), Ware, United Kingdom
Children: Victoria Balfe
Partner: Magdalena Roser
Compositions