Musical biography showing his progression from French to Italian operas and from opéra comique to more serious works; also mention of his many church compositions and summary list of works. From the Grove Concise Dictionary of Music entry at WQXR radio.

Music files offered in MIDI format.

Requiem for choir and orchestra in c minor offered in MIDI files (free download).

Classical Music Dictionary entry with life, operas and other works, related composers, and MIDI audio from his Requiem in C.

Filmography with links to movies and television programs using his music from the Internet Movie Database.

Brief biography and caricature with summary of his operas and recommended orchestral and choral discography from Naxos.

Catholic Encyclopedia article with biographical details emphasizing religious music and his time away from its composition.