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March 12, 1980

 

Stéphanie Moraly is a French classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a talented violinist and conductor. Born in 1985 in Paris, France, Moraly showed an early interest in music and began playing the violin at the age of four. She was raised in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. This musical background helped to shape Moraly's passion for classical music and her desire to pursue a career in the field. Moraly's early musical education was focused on the Suzuki method, which emphasizes learning music by ear and repetition. She quickly excelled in this method and began performing in public at a young age. At the age of 11, Moraly was accepted into the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, one of the most prestigious music schools in France. She studied under the guidance of renowned violinists such as Gérard Poulet and Jean-Jacques Kantorow. During her time at the conservatory, Moraly won several awards and competitions, including the first prize at the Concours International de Violon de Sion in Switzerland in 2002. This early success helped to establish Moraly as a rising star in the classical music world. She continued to hone her skills and develop her musical style, drawing inspiration from a wide range of composers and performers. After completing her studies at the conservatory, Moraly began performing professionally as a soloist and chamber musician. She quickly gained a reputation for her technical skill and emotional depth, earning critical acclaim for her performances. In 2008, she was invited to perform at the prestigious Festival de Radio France et Montpellier, where she played alongside other renowned musicians such as Renaud Capuçon and Gautier Capuçon. Moraly's career continued to flourish in the years that followed, with highlights including performances at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris and the Konzerthaus in Berlin. She also began to branch out into conducting, studying under the guidance of renowned conductors such as Pierre Boulez and Daniel Barenboim. In 2012, she was appointed as the assistant conductor of the Orchestre National de France, one of the most prestigious orchestras in France. Moraly's work as a conductor has been particularly notable, with critics praising her ability to bring out the best in her musicians and create powerful, emotional performances. She has conducted a wide range of orchestras and ensembles, including the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, the Orchestre National de Lille, and the Orchestre de Chambre de Paris. In 2016, she was appointed as the principal conductor of the Orchestre de Cannes, a position she still holds today. Throughout her career, Moraly has been recognized for her contributions to classical music. She has won several awards and honors, including the Prix de la Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca in 2015 and the Prix de la Fondation Charles Oulmont in 2017. She has also been invited to serve on the juries of several prestigious music competitions, including the Concours International de Violon de Montréal and the Concours International de Musique de Chambre de Lyon. Despite her many accomplishments, Moraly remains dedicated to her craft and continues to push herself to new heights. She is known for her tireless work ethic and her commitment to excellence, both as a performer and a conductor.

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