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Forêt was a classical music composer who was born in Paris, France in 1965. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a pianist and his mother a violinist. Forêt showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. He later learned to play the violin and the cello. Forêt's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He attended the Conservatoire de Paris, where he studied composition with renowned composers such as Olivier Messiaen and Pierre Boulez. Forêt was a gifted student and quickly gained recognition for his compositions. One of Forêt's early works, "Symphony No. 1," was premiered in Paris in 1987. The piece was well-received by critics and established Forêt as a promising young composer. He continued to compose symphonies, with his "Symphony No. 2" being premiered in 1991 and his "Symphony No. 3" in 1995. Forêt's music was characterized by its complexity and use of unconventional harmonies and rhythms. He was influenced by the works of modernist composers such as Stravinsky and Schoenberg, but also drew inspiration from jazz and world music. In addition to his symphonies, Forêt composed a number of chamber works, including string quartets, piano trios, and sonatas for various instruments. His "String Quartet No. 1" was premiered in 1990 and his "Piano Trio No. 2" in 1993. Forêt's music was performed by some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He also collaborated with a number of prominent soloists, including pianist Martha Argerich and violinist Gidon Kremer. One of Forêt's most notable works was his opera, "The Tempest," which was premiered in Paris in 1998. The opera was based on Shakespeare's play of the same name and featured a libretto by the French writer Michel Butor. The production was praised for its innovative staging and Forêt's inventive score. Forêt continued to compose throughout the 2000s, with works such as his "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra" and his "String Quartet No. 3." He also began to experiment with electronic music, incorporating elements of techno and ambient music into his compositions. Tragically, Forêt's career was cut short when he died in a car accident in 2010 at the age of 45. His death was a great loss to the classical music world, as he was widely regarded as one of the most innovative and talented composers of his generation. Despite his relatively short career, Forêt left behind a rich legacy of music that continues to be performed and admired by musicians and audiences around the world. His works are characterized by their complexity, originality, and emotional depth, and his influence can be heard in the music of many contemporary composers.

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