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Bernard Paganotti is a French bassist and composer who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on August 27, 1951, in Lyon, France, Paganotti grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a jazz pianist, and his mother was a classical pianist. Paganotti started playing the piano at the age of six, but he soon switched to the bass guitar, which became his primary instrument. Paganotti's musical career began in the 1970s when he joined the French progressive rock band Magma. He played bass guitar on several of the band's albums, including "Mekanïk Destruktïw Kommandöh" and "Köhntarkösz." Paganotti's unique style of playing, which combined elements of jazz, rock, and classical music, helped to define Magma's sound. In addition to his work with Magma, Paganotti has collaborated with many other musicians and bands over the years. He has played bass guitar on albums by artists such as Patrick Gauthier, Jean-Luc Ponty, and Christian Vander. He has also worked with the French National Orchestra and the Lyon Opera Orchestra. Paganotti's contributions to classical music have not gone unnoticed. He has received several awards and honors throughout his career. In 1999, he was awarded the Grand Prix de l'Académie Charles Cros for his album "Paga Group." In 2001, he was awarded the Prix de la Sacem for his contributions to French music. In 2011, he was awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government. One of Paganotti's most notable performances was his appearance at the 1983 Montreux Jazz Festival. He performed with a group of musicians that included Jean-Luc Ponty, Allan Holdsworth, and Lenny White. The performance was recorded and released as an album titled "Enigmatic Ocean Live." Paganotti has also released several albums under his own name. His first solo album, "Paga," was released in 1979. Since then, he has released several other albums, including "Paga Group," "Paga 2," and "Paga 3." His albums feature a mix of jazz, rock, and classical music, and showcase his unique style of playing. In addition to his work as a musician, Paganotti is also a composer. He has composed music for several films and television shows, including "Les Cordier, juge et flic" and "Le Grand Pardon II." He has also composed music for the Lyon Opera and the French National Orchestra. Paganotti continues to be an active musician and composer. He performs regularly with his band, the Paga Group, and collaborates with other musicians and artists. His contributions to the world of classical music have helped to shape the genre and inspire future generations of musicians.

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