Coline-Marie Orliac is a French classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a harpist. Born on May 22, 1989, in Toulouse, France, Orliac grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a pianist, and her mother was a singer. From a young age, Orliac was exposed to classical music and began playing the harp at the age of six. Orliac's talent for the harp was evident from the beginning, and she quickly became a prodigy. She studied at the Conservatoire de Toulouse, where she won numerous awards and competitions. In 2006, she won first prize at the Concours International de Harpe Lily Laskine, one of the most prestigious harp competitions in the world. After completing her studies in Toulouse, Orliac continued her education at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. There, she studied under the tutelage of Isabelle Moretti, one of the most renowned harpists in the world. Orliac's time in Paris was a period of intense growth and development, and she emerged from the conservatory as a fully-formed artist. Orliac's career as a professional harpist began in earnest in 2012, when she won first prize at the International Harp Contest in Israel. This victory was a major milestone for Orliac, as it brought her international recognition and opened up new opportunities for her. Since then, Orliac has performed all over the world, playing in some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals. She has collaborated with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Orchestre National de France, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Orliac has also worked with many of the world's leading conductors, including Daniel Barenboim, Gustavo Dudamel, and Valery Gergiev. One of the highlights of Orliac's career came in 2015, when she was invited to perform at the prestigious Verbier Festival in Switzerland. The festival is one of the most important events in the classical music calendar, and Orliac's performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. Orliac has also been recognized for her recordings. In 2017, she released her debut album, "Harpiste," which was met with critical acclaim. The album features a selection of works by French composers, including Debussy, Ravel, and Fauré. Orliac's playing is characterized by its sensitivity and nuance, and her interpretations of these works are widely regarded as some of the best available. In addition to her performing and recording career, Orliac is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Conservatoire de Toulouse and the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, and she is committed to passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of harpists. Orliac's talent and dedication have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In addition to her victories at the Concours International de Harpe Lily Laskine and the International Harp Contest in Israel, she has also been awarded the Prix de la Fondation Cziffra and the Prix de la Fondation Banque Populaire. Looking to the future, Orliac shows no signs of slowing down. She continues to perform and record, and she is committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the harp. With her talent, dedication, and passion for music, she is sure to remain one of the most important figures in the world of classical music for years to come.

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