Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Ensemble à Plectre des Hauts-de-Seine is a classical music ensemble that specializes in plucked string instruments. The ensemble was founded in 1983 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for the unique sound and versatility of plucked string instruments. The ensemble is based in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France and has become one of the most respected and renowned ensembles in the country. The ensemble's main members are all highly skilled musicians who have dedicated their lives to mastering the art of plucked string instruments. The ensemble is led by its artistic director, Jean-Louis Matinier, who is a virtuoso on the mandolin and has been with the ensemble since its founding. Other members of the ensemble include Jean-Marc Zvellenreuther on the guitar, Jean-Pierre Laroche on the mandolin, and Jean-Pierre Vidal on the lute. Ensemble à Plectre des Hauts-de-Seine has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in France and around the world. The ensemble has also collaborated with many renowned musicians and composers, including the French composer and conductor Pierre Boulez. The ensemble has also been featured on numerous recordings and has received critical acclaim for its performances. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was its performance at the Festival de Musique de Menton in 1992. The ensemble performed a program of works by Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel, which was met with great enthusiasm by the audience and critics alike. The ensemble's performance was praised for its technical precision, musicality, and the unique sound of the plucked string instruments. Ensemble à Plectre des Hauts-de-Seine has also been recognized for its contributions to the world of classical music. In 1998, the ensemble was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of works by the French composer Maurice Ravel. The ensemble's recording was praised for its interpretation of Ravel's music and for the unique sound of the plucked string instruments. In addition to its performances and recordings, Ensemble à Plectre des Hauts-de-Seine is also dedicated to promoting the art of plucked string instruments. The ensemble regularly holds workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and has also commissioned new works for plucked string instruments from contemporary composers. Ensemble à Plectre des Hauts-de-Seine continues to be a leading force in the world of classical music, and its unique sound and dedication to the art of plucked string instruments have earned it a place among the most respected ensembles in the world.

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