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Thierry Tisserand is a French classical music composer who was born on December 28, 1958, in Lyon, France. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a guitarist and his mother a pianist. Tisserand started playing the guitar at the age of 10 and quickly showed a talent for the instrument. Tisserand studied music at the Conservatoire National de Région de Lyon, where he received a first prize in guitar performance. He then went on to study composition with renowned French composer Maurice Ohana at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris. Tisserand also studied with other notable composers such as Gérard Grisey and Tristan Murail. Tisserand's early works were heavily influenced by the spectral music movement, which was characterized by the use of computer analysis of sound spectra to create new harmonic structures. His first major work, "Les Yeux Fermés," was written in 1986 and premiered at the Festival d'Automne in Paris. The piece was well-received and established Tisserand as a promising young composer. In the 1990s, Tisserand began to move away from spectral music and started to incorporate more traditional elements into his compositions. He became interested in the music of the Baroque period and started to explore the possibilities of combining Baroque and contemporary music. This led to the creation of his most famous work, "Les Folies d'Espagne," which was premiered in 1998. "Les Folies d'Espagne" is a suite for guitar and string quartet that is based on the famous Baroque theme "La Folia." Tisserand's version of the theme is highly original and incorporates elements of contemporary music such as extended techniques and unconventional harmonies. The piece has become a staple of the guitar repertoire and has been performed by many of the world's leading guitarists. Tisserand's other notable works include "Le Tombeau de Ravel," a tribute to the French composer Maurice Ravel, and "Le Jardin des Dames," a suite for guitar and orchestra that was commissioned by the Orchestre National de Lyon. Tisserand has also written music for film and television, including the score for the French film "Le Fils de Gascogne." Tisserand's music is characterized by its lyricism, harmonic complexity, and innovative use of instrumental techniques. He is known for his ability to combine different musical styles and create works that are both accessible and challenging. Tisserand has been recognized for his contributions to contemporary music with numerous awards and honors, including the Prix de Rome and the Grand Prix de la SACEM. In addition to his work as a composer, Tisserand is also a respected teacher and has taught composition at the Conservatoire National de Région de Lyon and the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris. He has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring composers and performers. Thierry Tisserand's contributions to contemporary music have been significant and his works continue to be performed and admired by musicians and audiences around the world. His unique style and innovative approach to composition have earned him a place among the most important composers of his generation.

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