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January 29, 1988 in Sainte-Foy La Grande, France

 

Florian Sempey is a French baritone who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on May 23, 1986, in Toulouse, France, Sempey grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a choir conductor, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Sempey was exposed to classical music and began singing in choirs. Sempey began his formal music education at the Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional de Toulouse, where he studied under the guidance of Jean-Pierre Blivet. He later continued his studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he studied with Christian Immler. In 2012, Sempey won the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels, Belgium. This competition is one of the most prestigious music competitions in the world and is known for launching the careers of many successful musicians. Sempey's win at the competition helped to establish him as a rising star in the world of classical music. Since then, Sempey has performed in some of the world's most renowned opera houses, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Opéra National de Paris, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. He has also performed at major music festivals, such as the Salzburg Festival and the Glyndebourne Festival. One of Sempey's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title character in Mozart's Don Giovanni at the Glyndebourne Festival in 2017. His performance was praised for its depth and nuance, and he was hailed as one of the most promising young baritones of his generation. Sempey has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2016, he was awarded the Prix Lyrique de l'AROP, which is awarded by the Association pour le Rayonnement de l'Opéra de Paris to recognize outstanding young singers. He was also named a "Révélation Lyrique" by the French music magazine Diapason in 2015. In addition to his work as an opera singer, Sempey is also a passionate recitalist. He has performed in recitals throughout Europe and has recorded several albums, including a collection of French art songs titled "Mélodies Françaises" and a collection of Schubert lieder titled "Schubert: Winterreise." Sempey's success as a classical musician is a testament to his talent and dedication. He has established himself as one of the most promising young baritones of his generation and continues to captivate audiences with his powerful voice and nuanced performances.

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