Musique Concrète is a form of experimental music that emerged in the 1940s, primarily associated with the work of French composer Pierre Schaeffer. It involves the use of recorded sounds from the real world, such as voices, machinery, and nature, which are manipulated and arranged to create a musical composition. This approach challenges traditional notions of music by focusing on the texture and timbre of sounds rather than conventional melodies and harmonies. The technique often employs various methods of sound editing, including looping, layering, and altering playback speed. Musique Concrète paved the way for later developments in electronic music and sound art, influencing many contemporary composers and artists who explore the boundaries of sound and music.