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Wal-Berg was a French conductor and composer who was born on January 13, 1910, in Paris, France. He was born as Voldemar Rosenberg to a family of Russian-Jewish origin. His father was a violinist and his mother was a pianist. Wal-Berg showed an early interest in music and began studying the piano at the age of six. He later studied composition and conducting at the Paris Conservatory. In 1932, Wal-Berg made his debut as a conductor with the Orchestre de la Société des Concerts du Conservatoire. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented conductor and was soon invited to conduct other orchestras in France and abroad. In 1935, he was appointed as the conductor of the Orchestre Symphonique de Paris, a position he held until 1940. During World War II, Wal-Berg was forced to flee France due to his Jewish heritage. He spent several years in Switzerland before returning to France in 1945. Upon his return, he resumed his career as a conductor and composer. He composed music for films, including the popular French film "Les Enfants Terribles" (1950), which was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. Wal-Berg was known for his interpretations of French music, particularly the works of Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy. He was also a champion of contemporary music and premiered works by composers such as Olivier Messiaen and Darius Milhaud. In 1953, Wal-Berg was appointed as the conductor of the Orchestre de la Société des Concerts du Conservatoire, the same orchestra with which he had made his debut as a conductor over 20 years earlier. He held this position until 1962, during which time he conducted many memorable performances and made several recordings. One of Wal-Berg's most notable performances was his interpretation of Ravel's "Boléro" in 1957. This performance was recorded and became one of the most popular recordings of the piece. Wal-Berg's interpretation was praised for its clarity and precision, as well as its emotional depth. In addition to his work as a conductor, Wal-Berg was also a prolific composer. He composed music for films, ballets, and operas. His most famous work is the ballet "Les Amants de Montparnasse" (1950), which was based on the lives of the artists and writers who lived in the Montparnasse district of Paris in the 1920s. Wal-Berg received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1958, he was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for his recording of Ravel's "Boléro." He was also awarded the Legion of Honor, one of France's highest honors, in recognition of his contributions to French music. Wal-Berg continued to conduct and compose music until his death on November 29, 1994, in Paris, France. He left behind a legacy as one of the most talented and influential conductors and composers of his time. His recordings and performances continue to be celebrated by music lovers around the world.

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