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French composer, music producer, and co-founder of Delphine Productions, renowned for creating instrumental hits performed by Richard Clayderman. Paul de Senneville rose to prominence as a prolific composer of romantic piano ballads, most famously 'Ballade pour Adeline'. As a producer and label co-founder, he shaped the careers of global artists while maintaining decades-long creative partnerships.

• Co-founded Delphine Productions in 1976 with Olivier Toussaint, discovering Richard Clayderman and transforming him into a best-selling pianist with over 150 million albums sold worldwide.
• Composed 'Ballade pour Adeline' (1976) for his newborn daughter Adeline; it became Clayderman's signature piece and a global phenomenon.
• Faced criticism for prioritizing commercial success over artistic innovation, creating accessible 'background music' that dominated elevators and waiting rooms internationally.
• Produced major French stars including Michel Sardou and Mireille Mathieu, expanding his influence beyond instrumental music.
• Died at age 89 in Saint-Cloud, France, leaving a legacy as an architect of the 'easy listening' genre.