Role

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Conductor  

Period

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Romantic

Genre

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Chamber

 

Etienne Siebens is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for himself as a conductor, pianist, and composer. Born in Belgium in 1971, Siebens showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He went on to study at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, where he earned degrees in piano, chamber music, and conducting. Siebens' career as a musician began in earnest in the early 1990s, when he began performing as a solo pianist and chamber musician throughout Europe. He quickly gained a reputation for his virtuosic playing and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he performed. In 1995, he won the prestigious International Piano Competition of Brest, which helped to launch his career on the international stage. Over the next few years, Siebens continued to perform as a soloist and chamber musician, but he also began to explore his interest in conducting. He studied with some of the world's leading conductors, including Bernard Haitink and Claudio Abbado, and began to conduct orchestras throughout Europe. In 2001, he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Flemish Radio Choir, a position he held for six years. During his tenure with the Flemish Radio Choir, Siebens gained a reputation as a skilled and innovative conductor. He was known for his ability to bring out the best in his singers and for his willingness to take risks with programming. He also began to develop a reputation as a composer, and several of his works were premiered by the choir during his time as conductor. In 2007, Siebens left the Flemish Radio Choir to focus on his career as a freelance conductor and composer. He continued to work with orchestras and choirs throughout Europe, and he also began to collaborate with contemporary composers on new works. In 2010, he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Brussels Philharmonic, a position he held until 2015. During his time with the Brussels Philharmonic, Siebens continued to push the boundaries of classical music. He was known for his innovative programming, which often included works by contemporary composers alongside more traditional repertoire. He also worked to bring classical music to new audiences, collaborating with visual artists and filmmakers to create multimedia performances. In addition to his work as a conductor and composer, Siebens has also been active as a teacher and mentor. He has taught at several conservatories and universities throughout Europe, and he has worked with young musicians as a conductor and coach. He is known for his ability to inspire and motivate his students, and many of them have gone on to successful careers in music. Throughout his career, Siebens has received numerous awards and accolades for his work as a musician. In addition to his win at the International Piano Competition of Brest, he has been awarded the Prix de la Critique Musicale Belge and the Prix de la Fondation de France. He has also been recognized for his work as a conductor, receiving the Flemish Culture Prize for Music in 2006. Today, Siebens continues to be an active and influential figure in the world of classical music. He remains in demand as a conductor, pianist, and composer, and he continues to push the boundaries of the genre with his innovative programming and collaborations. With his passion for music and his dedication to his craft, he is sure to remain a force in the classical music world for many years to come.

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