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1979 in Zürich, Switzerland

 

Viviane Chassot is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a virtuoso accordionist. Born on May 23, 1978, in Switzerland, Chassot grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a trumpet player, and her mother was a pianist. From a young age, Chassot showed a keen interest in music and began playing the accordion at the age of six. Chassot's talent was evident from the start, and she quickly became a prodigy on the accordion. She began performing in public at the age of eight and won her first competition at the age of ten. Chassot continued to hone her skills and went on to study at the Conservatoire de Lausanne, where she received her diploma in accordion performance. After completing her studies, Chassot began performing professionally and quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented accordionists of her generation. She has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. One of Chassot's most notable performances was her debut with the Berlin Philharmonic in 2007. She performed Sofia Gubaidulina's "In Tempus Praesens" under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle, and her performance was met with critical acclaim. The Berliner Zeitung praised her "virtuosity and sensitivity," while the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung called her performance "spellbinding." Chassot has also been recognized for her solo performances. In 2010, she won the Swiss Music Prize, which is awarded to outstanding musicians who have made a significant contribution to Swiss music. The prize came with a cash award of CHF 100,000, which Chassot used to fund her next album. Chassot has released several albums throughout her career, including "Bach & Friends" in 2012, which features her interpretations of works by Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries. The album was well-received by critics, with Gramophone magazine calling it "a fascinating and beautifully played collection." In addition to her performances and recordings, Chassot is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Conservatoire de Lausanne and the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich, and she has given masterclasses around the world. Chassot is passionate about passing on her knowledge and skills to the next generation of accordionists. Chassot's success as a classical music artist is a testament to her talent, hard work, and dedication. She has overcome the stereotypes and prejudices that often surround the accordion and has shown that it is a versatile and expressive instrument that can hold its own in the world of classical music. Chassot continues to inspire audiences and musicians alike with her performances and her commitment to the accordion.

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