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Composer  

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France

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April 17, 1984

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Emmanuel Ceysson is a French classical harpist who has established himself as one of the leading harpists of his generation. Born on February 6, 1985, in Paris, France, Ceysson began playing the harp at the age of six. He was introduced to the instrument by his mother, who was a harpist herself. Ceysson showed a natural talent for the harp and quickly became passionate about the instrument. Ceysson began his formal music education at the Conservatoire National de Région de Boulogne-Billancourt, where he studied under the guidance of Isabelle Perrin. He later continued his studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he studied with Frédérique Cambreling. Ceysson also studied with other renowned harpists, including Marie-Claire Jamet and Catherine Michel. Ceysson's talent and dedication to the harp quickly became evident, and he began to receive recognition for his performances. In 2004, he won first prize at the International Harp Competition in Bloomington, Indiana. This was a significant achievement for Ceysson, as the competition is one of the most prestigious harp competitions in the world. He also won first prize at the Lily Laskine International Harp Competition in 2006. Ceysson's success in these competitions helped to launch his career as a professional harpist. He began to perform regularly in concerts and recitals, both in France and internationally. In 2007, he was appointed as the principal harpist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City, a position he held until 2019. During his time with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Ceysson performed in numerous productions, including Wagner's Ring Cycle and Verdi's Aida. Ceysson's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance and musicality. He is known for his ability to bring out the full range of colors and emotions from the harp, and his performances are often described as mesmerizing. He has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. In addition to his performances as a soloist and orchestral musician, Ceysson is also an active chamber musician. He has collaborated with many renowned musicians, including cellist Gautier Capuçon and pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet. He is also a member of the Trio Polycordes, a chamber music ensemble that specializes in music for harp, cello, and viola. Ceysson has recorded several albums throughout his career, including a solo album titled "La Harpe Reine," which was released in 2012. The album features works by French composers such as Debussy, Ravel, and Fauré, as well as pieces by Spanish composer Manuel de Falla. The album received critical acclaim and helped to establish Ceysson as one of the leading harpists of his generation. Ceysson's performances and recordings have earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2014, he was awarded the Victoire de la Musique Classique, one of the most prestigious awards in French classical music. He has also been awarded the Prix de la Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca and the Prix de la Fondation Charles Oulmont. Despite his success, Ceysson remains dedicated to his craft and continues to push himself to new heights. He is known for his tireless work ethic and his commitment to excellence.

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