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Composer Conductor  

Country

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Norway

Birth

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December 30, 1961 in Oslo, Norway

Genre

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Chamber

 

Rolf Lislevand is a Norwegian classical guitarist and lutenist who has made a name for himself as one of the most innovative and versatile performers in his field. Born in Oslo in 1961, Lislevand began playing the guitar at a young age and quickly developed a passion for classical music. He went on to study at the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo, where he received a degree in classical guitar performance. After completing his studies, Lislevand began performing professionally, quickly gaining a reputation as a virtuoso guitarist and lutenist. He has since performed all over the world, playing in some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. One of the highlights of Lislevand's career came in 1991, when he was invited to perform at the prestigious Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, the Netherlands. His performance was a huge success, and he was soon invited to perform at other major festivals, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the Berliner Festwochen. In addition to his work as a performer, Lislevand is also a respected musicologist and scholar. He has written extensively on the history and performance of early music, and has published several books and articles on the subject. He has also served as a professor of early music at the Norwegian Academy of Music, where he has mentored many young musicians and helped to shape the next generation of performers. Throughout his career, Lislevand has received numerous awards and accolades for his work. In 1994, he was awarded the prestigious Norwegian Music Critics' Award for his album "La Mascarade," which was praised for its innovative approach to early music performance. He has also been awarded the Diapason d'Or, the Edison Award, and the German Record Critics' Award, among others. Despite his many accomplishments, Lislevand remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and record regularly, and is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential classical guitarists and lutenists of his generation.

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