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Performer

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Medieval

 

 

Renaissance

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Laurence Brisset is a French classical pianist who has gained international recognition for her exceptional talent and musicality. Born in Paris in 1989, Brisset began playing the piano at the age of six and quickly showed a natural aptitude for the instrument. She studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she was mentored by renowned pianists such as Michel Dalberto and Jean-François Heisser. Brisset's early career was marked by a series of impressive performances and awards. In 2007, she won first prize at the International Piano Competition of Lagny-sur-Marne, and in 2008, she was awarded the Prix de la Fondation Cziffra, which recognizes outstanding young pianists. She also won the Yamaha Music Foundation of Europe Scholarship in 2009, which allowed her to study with the acclaimed pianist and pedagogue Maria João Pires. Brisset's talent and dedication to her craft continued to be recognized throughout her early twenties. In 2011, she won first prize at the International Piano Competition of Brest, and in 2012, she was awarded the Prix de la Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca, which recognizes young artists in the fields of music, literature, and the arts. That same year, she was also a finalist in the prestigious Concours Géza Anda in Zurich. Brisset's career truly took off in 2013, when she won first prize at the International Piano Competition of Porto. This victory brought her to the attention of the international classical music community, and she began to receive invitations to perform at major concert halls and festivals around the world. In 2014, she made her debut at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with the Orchestre National de France under the baton of Daniele Gatti. Since then, Brisset has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orchestre de Paris, the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. She has also been a featured soloist at major festivals such as the Verbier Festival, the Lucerne Festival, and the Ravinia Festival. Brisset's repertoire is wide-ranging and includes works by composers from the Baroque era to the present day. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the music of Beethoven, Schumann, and Brahms, and has recorded several albums of their works. Her recordings have been praised for their technical precision, emotional depth, and musical intelligence. In addition to her performing career, Brisset is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has given masterclasses at institutions such as the Royal Academy of Music in London, the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, and the Tokyo University of the Arts. She is also a member of the faculty at the École Normale de Musique de Paris, where she teaches piano. Brisset's achievements have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2015, she was awarded the Prix de la Révélation Classique de l'Adami, which recognizes young artists who have made a significant impact in their field. She was also named a laureate of the Fondation Banque Populaire in 2016, which provides financial support to young artists in France. Despite her many accomplishments, Brisset remains humble and focused on her art.

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