Period

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Romantic

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Franck Leguerinel is a French baritone who has established himself as one of the most sought-after classical music artists of his generation. Born on December 22, 1973, in the city of Rouen, France, Leguerinel showed an early interest in music and began singing in choirs at a young age. He later studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he honed his vocal skills and developed a deep appreciation for the art of classical music. Leguerinel's career as a professional musician began in the early 2000s, when he started performing in operas and concerts across Europe. He quickly gained a reputation for his powerful voice, impeccable technique, and magnetic stage presence, and soon became a favorite among audiences and critics alike. His breakthrough came in 2005, when he won the prestigious International Singing Competition of Toulouse, which opened the doors to many new opportunities and collaborations. Over the years, Leguerinel has performed in some of the world's most renowned opera houses and concert halls, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Opéra National de Paris, the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Berlin State Opera, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. He has worked with many of the leading conductors and directors of our time, such as Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, Riccardo Muti, and Robert Carsen, and has shared the stage with some of the greatest singers of our era, including Plácido Domingo, Anna Netrebko, and Jonas Kaufmann. One of Leguerinel's most notable performances was his portrayal of the title role in Mozart's Don Giovanni at the Glyndebourne Festival in 2010. His interpretation of the infamous seducer was praised for its complexity, depth, and nuance, and earned him rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. He went on to reprise the role in many other productions, including at the Opéra National de Paris, the Royal Opera House, and the Salzburg Festival. Another highlight of Leguerinel's career was his participation in the world premiere of George Benjamin's opera Written on Skin at the Aix-en-Provence Festival in 2012. The opera, which tells the story of a medieval illuminator and his wife, was hailed as a masterpiece of contemporary music and won numerous awards and accolades. Leguerinel played the role of the Protector, a wealthy landowner who commissions the illuminator to create a book of his life, and his performance was praised for its intensity, intelligence, and emotional depth. In addition to his work in opera, Leguerinel is also a highly sought-after concert singer, and has performed in many of the world's leading concert halls and festivals. He has a particular affinity for the music of French composers, such as Debussy, Ravel, and Fauré, and has recorded several albums of their works. He is also known for his interpretations of German lieder, and has collaborated with many of the leading pianists and accompanists of our time, such as Helmut Deutsch, Roger Vignoles, and Malcolm Martineau. Throughout his career, Leguerinel has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the world of classical music. In addition to his victory at the International Singing Competition of Toulouse, he has been awarded the Prix Lyrique de l'AROP, the Prix de la Révélation Lyrique, and the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government.

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