Arthur Honegger was a Swiss composer known for his contributions to 20th-century classical music. He was born in 1892 in France and later became a naturalized Swiss citizen. Honegger's compositions often combined elements of neoclassicism and modernism, creating a unique and vibrant musical style. He was a member of the group known as 'Les Six', a collective of French composers who sought to create a new musical aesthetic in the aftermath of World War I. Throughout his career, Honegger composed symphonies, oratorios, chamber music, and film scores, leaving a lasting impact on the classical music world.