Role

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Conductor  

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Classical

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Vocal

 

Laurence Boulay is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the world of music. Born in Paris, France, in 1985, Boulay showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Her parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue her passion for music. Boulay's musical education began at the Conservatoire de Paris, where she studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and teacher, Jean-Marc Luisada. She quickly distinguished herself as a talented pianist, winning several awards and competitions during her time at the conservatory. After completing her studies at the Conservatoire de Paris, Boulay continued her musical education at the Juilliard School in New York City. There, she studied with the legendary pianist and teacher, Emanuel Ax, and honed her skills as a performer and musician. Boulay's career as a professional musician began in earnest after she won the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2009. The competition, which is held every four years in Fort Worth, Texas, is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world and attracts the best young pianists from around the globe. Boulay's victory at the Van Cliburn Competition catapulted her to international fame and opened up numerous opportunities for her to perform around the world. She has since performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Boulay's most memorable performances was her debut at Carnegie Hall in 2011. She performed a program of works by Chopin, Liszt, and Ravel to critical acclaim, with The New York Times praising her "impeccable technique and musical sensitivity." Boulay has also been recognized for her recordings, which have received numerous awards and accolades. Her recording of Chopin's complete Nocturnes was named "Recording of the Year" by Gramophone magazine in 2012, and her recording of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major with the London Symphony Orchestra was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2014. In addition to her performing and recording career, Boulay is also a dedicated teacher and mentor to young musicians. She has taught masterclasses at some of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School, the Royal Academy of Music in London, and the Conservatoire de Paris. Boulay's dedication to music and her exceptional talent have earned her numerous awards and honors throughout her career. In addition to her victory at the Van Cliburn Competition, she has been awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Gilmore Young Artist Award, and the Arthur Rubinstein Prize. Despite her many accomplishments, Boulay remains humble and focused on her craft. She continues to perform and record, always striving to improve and push the boundaries of what is possible in classical music. Her passion for music and her dedication to her art have made her one of the most respected and admired pianists of her generation.

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