Birth

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1967 in Angoulême, France

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Orchestral

 

Claire Désert is a renowned French classical pianist who has made a name for herself in the international music scene. Born on October 23, 1967, in Paris, France, Désert grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a violinist, and her mother was a pianist. From a young age, Désert showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. Désert's talent was quickly recognized, and she began studying at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris at the age of 14. She studied under the tutelage of Yvonne Loriod, a renowned French pianist and composer. Désert's hard work and dedication paid off, and she graduated with top honors from the conservatory in 1988. After completing her studies, Désert began performing in concerts across Europe and the United States. She quickly gained a reputation for her technical skill and musicality, and her performances were praised by critics and audiences alike. In 1991, she won the prestigious International Piano Competition in Epinal, France, which further cemented her status as a rising star in the classical music world. Over the years, Désert has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Orchestre National de France, the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. She has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Kurt Masur, Leonard Slatkin, and Myung-Whun Chung. One of Désert's most notable performances was her rendition of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major with the Orchestre National de France in 1995. Her interpretation of the piece was praised for its sensitivity and nuance, and it remains one of her most memorable performances to date. In addition to her performances, Désert is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris since 1999 and has also given masterclasses at universities and music schools around the world. Désert's talent and hard work have been recognized with numerous awards and honors over the years. In 1994, she was awarded the Prix de la Révélation Musicale de l'Année by the French Association of Music Critics. She was also awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government in 2006 in recognition of her contributions to the arts. Despite her many accomplishments, Désert remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform and teach, and her passion for music is evident in everything she does. Her talent and dedication have made her one of the most respected and admired classical pianists of her generation, and she is sure to continue making an impact on the music world for years to come.

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