Role

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Composer Conductor  

Country

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France

Birth

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May 23, 1939 in France

Death

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November 14, 2004 in Santa Monica, CA

Genre

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Vocal

 

Michel Colombier was a French composer and arranger who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on May 23, 1939, in Lyon, France, and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a composer and conductor, and his mother was a pianist. Colombier showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. Colombier studied at the Conservatoire de Lyon and later at the Conservatoire de Paris, where he studied composition with Darius Milhaud and Olivier Messiaen. He also studied jazz and pop music, which would later influence his work as a composer and arranger. In the 1960s, Colombier began working as an arranger and conductor for French singers such as Françoise Hardy and Serge Gainsbourg. He also worked with American musicians such as Quincy Jones and Herbie Hancock. In 1969, he released his first album, "Wings," which featured a fusion of classical and jazz music. One of Colombier's most notable works is his score for the 1970 film "Borsalino," which starred Jean-Paul Belmondo and Alain Delon. The score featured a mix of jazz and classical music and was praised for its innovative use of sound. Colombier went on to score several other films, including "The Golden Child" and "Against All Odds." In addition to his work in film, Colombier also composed several classical works, including a concerto for two pianos and orchestra and a ballet score for the Paris Opera. He also collaborated with several pop and rock musicians, including Joni Mitchell, Prince, and Michael Jackson. Colombier's music was known for its unique blend of classical, jazz, and pop influences. He was praised for his innovative use of orchestration and his ability to create complex and intricate musical textures. His work has been described as "genre-defying" and "ahead of its time." Sadly, Colombier passed away on November 14, 2004, at the age of 65. However, his legacy lives on through his music, which continues to inspire and influence musicians around the world. Colombier's contributions to the world of classical music have cemented his place as one of the most innovative and influential composers of his time.

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