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Jacques Deleplancque was a renowned French classical music artist who made significant contributions to the world of music through his exceptional skills as a trombonist. Born on January 22, 1920, in Lille, France, Deleplancque grew up in a family that had a deep appreciation for music. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a pianist, which exposed him to music at an early age. Deleplancque's love for music grew as he began to learn the trombone at the age of 12. He quickly developed a passion for the instrument and began to practice for hours every day. His dedication and hard work paid off when he won his first music competition at the age of 16. After completing his studies at the Conservatoire de Lille, Deleplancque moved to Paris to further his music education. He enrolled at the Conservatoire de Paris, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned trombonist André Lafosse. Lafosse was impressed by Deleplancque's talent and dedication, and he became his mentor and friend. Deleplancque's talent as a trombonist quickly became evident, and he began to receive invitations to perform with some of the most prestigious orchestras in France. In 1945, he joined the Orchestre National de France, where he played for 25 years. During his time with the orchestra, he performed under the baton of some of the most famous conductors of the time, including Leonard Bernstein, Herbert von Karajan, and Igor Stravinsky. Deleplancque's talent as a trombonist was not limited to orchestral music. He was also an accomplished soloist and chamber musician. He performed with some of the most famous chamber ensembles of the time, including the Quintette à Vent Français and the Ensemble de Cuivres de Paris. One of the highlights of Deleplancque's career was his performance of the Concerto for Trombone and Orchestra by Henri Tomasi. The piece was written specifically for Deleplancque, and he premiered it in 1956 with the Orchestre National de France. The performance was a huge success, and the piece has since become a staple of the trombone repertoire. Deleplancque's talent as a trombonist was recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1951, he won the Prix de Trombone at the Conservatoire de Paris. He was also awarded the Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur in 1965 and the Ordre national du Mérite in 1975. Deleplancque retired from the Orchestre National de France in 1970 but continued to perform as a soloist and chamber musician. He also became a respected teacher, and many of his students went on to have successful careers as trombonists. Jacques Deleplancque passed away on December 29, 1992, at the age of 72. He left behind a legacy as one of the greatest trombonists of his time, and his contributions to the world of music continue to be celebrated today.

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