Jacqueline Eymar was a French classical music artist who was born on August 23, 1922, in Marseille, France. She was a renowned harpist who was known for her exceptional talent and virtuosity. Eymar was born into a family of musicians, and her father was a conductor and composer. She began playing the harp at a young age and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. Eymar studied at the Marseille Conservatory and later at the Paris Conservatory, where she studied under the tutelage of renowned harpist Lily Laskine. She graduated with top honors and went on to win several prestigious awards, including the Prix de Rome in 1947. Eymar's career as a professional musician began in the 1950s, and she quickly gained a reputation as one of the finest harpists of her generation. She performed extensively throughout Europe and the United States, and her performances were always met with critical acclaim. One of the highlights of Eymar's career was her performance at the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels, where she played for an audience of over 10,000 people. She also performed at the 1964 New York World's Fair, where she was awarded the Gold Medal for her outstanding contributions to the arts. Eymar was also a prolific recording artist, and she recorded numerous albums throughout her career. Her recordings were highly regarded by critics and music lovers alike, and she won several awards for her recordings, including the Grand Prix du Disque. In addition to her solo career, Eymar was also a member of several prestigious orchestras, including the Orchestre National de France and the Orchestre de Paris. She was also a sought-after chamber musician and performed with some of the most renowned musicians of her time. Eymar was known for her exceptional technique and her ability to bring out the beauty and subtlety of the harp. She was also known for her innovative approach to the instrument, and she was one of the first harpists to experiment with new techniques and styles. Eymar continued to perform and record well into her later years, and she remained an active and influential figure in the world of classical music until her death in 2008. Her legacy as one of the greatest harpists of all time continues to inspire and influence musicians around the world.

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