Tibere Raffalli is a French classical guitarist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and innovative interpretations of classical repertoire. Born on May 22, 1994, in Ajaccio, Corsica, Raffalli showed an early interest in music and began playing the guitar at the age of six. He was initially self-taught, but later received formal training from renowned guitarists such as Judicael Perroy and Roland Dyens. Raffalli's talent was evident from a young age, and he quickly began to make a name for himself in the classical music world. In 2007, at the age of 13, he won first prize in the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America International Youth Competition, becoming the youngest winner in the competition's history. This early success paved the way for a career as a professional musician, and Raffalli has since gone on to perform at some of the world's most renowned concert halls and festivals. One of Raffalli's most notable performances took place in 2014, when he played at the International Guitar Festival in Cordoba, Spain. His performance of Joaquin Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez" was met with critical acclaim, and he was praised for his technical skill and emotional depth. The following year, Raffalli was invited to perform at the prestigious Festival International de la Guitare de Paris, where he played a program of works by Bach, Scarlatti, and Paganini. In addition to his solo performances, Raffalli has also collaborated with a number of other musicians and ensembles. He has worked with the Orchestre National de Lorraine, the Orchestre Philharmonique de Marseille, and the Orchestre de Cannes, among others. He has also performed with the acclaimed French pianist Jean-Francois Heisser, with whom he recorded an album of works by Schubert and Schumann. Raffalli's repertoire is wide-ranging, encompassing works from the Baroque era to the present day. He is particularly known for his interpretations of Spanish and Latin American music, and has recorded albums of works by composers such as Manuel de Falla, Isaac Albeniz, and Leo Brouwer. He is also a champion of contemporary music, and has premiered works by composers such as Thierry Escaich and Jean-Francois Zygel. Throughout his career, Raffalli has received numerous awards and accolades for his performances and recordings. In addition to his win at the Guitar Foundation of America International Youth Competition, he has also won first prize at the Concours International de Guitare de Lille and the Concours International de Guitare de Paris. He has been praised by critics for his technical mastery, musical sensitivity, and innovative interpretations of classical repertoire. Despite his young age, Raffalli has already established himself as one of the most exciting and talented classical guitarists of his generation. His virtuosic performances and innovative interpretations have won him fans around the world, and he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible on the guitar. With his talent, dedication, and passion for music, Tibere Raffalli is sure to be a force in the classical music world for many years to come.

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