Sébastien Surel is a French violinist and composer who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on May 22, 1973, in Paris, France, Surel showed an early interest in music and began playing the violin at the age of six. He studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where he received his diploma in 1994. Surel's career as a professional musician began in 1995 when he joined the Orchestre National de France as a violinist. He quickly rose through the ranks and became the orchestra's concertmaster in 2001. During his time with the Orchestre National de France, Surel performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Royal Albert Hall in London. In addition to his work with the Orchestre National de France, Surel has also performed as a soloist with many other orchestras around the world. He has collaborated with conductors such as Kurt Masur, Christoph Eschenbach, and Myung-Whun Chung, and has performed with orchestras such as the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. Surel's talent as a composer has also been recognized, and he has written music for a variety of ensembles and soloists. His compositions have been performed by the Orchestre National de France, the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, among others. One of Surel's most notable performances took place in 2005 when he performed the world premiere of his own composition, "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra," with the Orchestre National de France. The piece was well-received by both audiences and critics, and Surel's talent as a composer was further cemented. Surel has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1994, he won first prize at the International Violin Competition in Sion, Switzerland. He was also awarded the Prix de la Fondation de France in 1995 and the Prix de la Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca in 2001. In addition to his work as a performer and composer, Surel is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris and the Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional de Boulogne-Billancourt, and has given masterclasses around the world. Surel's dedication to his craft and his talent as both a performer and composer have made him a respected figure in the world of classical music. His contributions to the art form will undoubtedly continue to be felt for many years to come.

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