Period

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Modern

Genre

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Avant-Garde

 

 

Chamber

 

 

Vocal

 

Ernesto Molinari is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of contemporary music. Born in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1971, Molinari grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a clarinetist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Molinari showed a keen interest in music and began playing the clarinet at the age of eight. Molinari's talent was evident from the start, and he quickly became a prodigy. He studied at the Zurich Conservatory and later at the Hochschule für Musik in Freiburg, Germany. During his studies, Molinari was exposed to a wide range of musical styles, including contemporary music, which would later become his specialty. After completing his studies, Molinari began his career as a soloist and chamber musician. He quickly gained recognition for his virtuosity and musicality, and he was invited to perform at major festivals and concert halls around the world. Molinari's performances were characterized by his technical precision, expressive phrasing, and deep understanding of the music he played. One of Molinari's most significant achievements was his collaboration with the composer Helmut Lachenmann. Lachenmann is known for his avant-garde compositions, which often incorporate unconventional playing techniques and extended techniques. Molinari was one of the few clarinetists who could perform Lachenmann's music with the necessary precision and sensitivity, and he became one of Lachenmann's most trusted interpreters. Molinari's collaboration with Lachenmann led to several important performances and recordings. In 2003, Molinari performed Lachenmann's "Dal Niente" at the Lucerne Festival, which was widely praised for its technical brilliance and musicality. Molinari also recorded several of Lachenmann's works, including "Pression" and "Gran Torso," which are considered landmarks of contemporary music. In addition to his work with Lachenmann, Molinari has also collaborated with other prominent composers, including Brian Ferneyhough, Beat Furrer, and Georg Friedrich Haas. Molinari's performances of these composers' works have been praised for their technical brilliance and musicality, and he has become one of the most sought-after interpreters of contemporary music. Molinari's achievements have not gone unnoticed, and he has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 2003, he was awarded the Swiss Music Prize, which is the highest honor for musicians in Switzerland. He has also been awarded the Kranichstein Music Prize, the Paul Hindemith Prize, and the Ernst von Siemens Music Prize, among others. Despite his many achievements, Molinari remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and record new works, and he is committed to promoting contemporary music to a wider audience. Molinari's contributions to the world of classical music have been significant, and he is widely regarded as one of the most important clarinetists of his generation.

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