Period

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Renaissance

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Keyboard

 

Anne-Caroline Prénat is a French classical pianist who has gained international recognition for her virtuosic performances and sensitive interpretations of a wide range of repertoire. Born in Lyon, France in 1985, Prénat began playing the piano at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She studied with several renowned teachers in France and Switzerland, including Jean-Claude Pennetier, Pascal Devoyon, and Cédric Pescia. Prénat's early career was marked by a series of impressive competition wins. In 2003, she won first prize at the International Piano Competition in Epinal, France, and in 2004 she was awarded the Grand Prix at the International Piano Competition in Brest, France. These successes led to numerous concert engagements throughout France and Europe, and Prénat quickly established herself as a rising star in the classical music world. In 2007, Prénat was invited to perform at the prestigious Verbier Festival in Switzerland, where she played alongside some of the world's most renowned musicians, including Martha Argerich, Yuri Bashmet, and Maxim Vengerov. This performance marked a turning point in Prénat's career, as it brought her to the attention of a wider international audience and led to further invitations to perform at major festivals and concert halls around the world. Since then, Prénat has performed as a soloist with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Orchestre National de Lyon, the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, and the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. She has also given recitals at major venues such as the Wigmore Hall in London, the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, and the Konzerthaus in Vienna. Prénat's repertoire is wide-ranging and includes works by composers from Bach to Ligeti. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the music of Chopin, and has recorded several albums of his works, including a critically acclaimed recording of his complete Nocturnes. Her playing is characterized by a delicate touch, a deep sensitivity to the nuances of the music, and a technical mastery that allows her to navigate even the most challenging passages with ease. In addition to her performing career, Prénat is also a dedicated teacher and has given masterclasses at institutions such as the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. She is passionate about passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians, and is committed to helping young pianists develop their own unique voices and artistic visions. Throughout her career, Prénat has received numerous awards and accolades for her playing. In 2010, she was awarded the Prix de la Révélation Classique de l'Adami, which recognizes outstanding young classical musicians in France. She has also been a laureate of the Fondation Cziffra and the Fondation Meyer, and in 2016 she was awarded the Prix de la Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca, one of the most prestigious awards in the French cultural world. Despite her many achievements, Prénat remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform regularly around the world, and is always seeking new ways to deepen her understanding of the music she loves. With her talent, passion, and commitment, she is sure to remain a major force in the classical music world for many years to come.

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