Country

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France

Birth

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June 5, 1965 in Issy-Les-Moulineaux, France

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Sandrine Piau is a French soprano who has established herself as one of the leading classical music artists of her generation. Born on June 5, 1965, in Issy-les-Moulineaux, a suburb of Paris, Piau grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a jazz pianist, and her mother was a classical pianist. Piau began singing at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. Piau studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she trained under the guidance of Rachel Yakar. She made her professional debut in 1990, singing the role of Barbarina in Mozart's "Le nozze di Figaro" at the Opéra de Lyon. Her performance was well-received, and it marked the beginning of her career as a professional opera singer. Over the years, Piau has performed in some of the world's most prestigious opera houses and concert halls. She has worked with many renowned conductors, including William Christie, Marc Minkowski, and Philippe Herreweghe. Piau has also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, such as the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. One of Piau's most notable performances was her portrayal of the role of Susanna in Mozart's "Le nozze di Figaro" at the Glyndebourne Festival in 1996. Her performance was widely praised, and it helped establish her as a rising star in the world of classical music. Piau has also received critical acclaim for her performances in Handel's operas, particularly her portrayal of the role of Cleopatra in "Giulio Cesare." In addition to her work in opera, Piau has also established herself as a prominent concert singer. She has performed in many of the world's leading concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Piau has also recorded several albums, including "Haendel: Il trionfo del tempo e del disinganno," which won the prestigious Gramophone Award for Best Baroque Vocal Recording in 2004. Throughout her career, Piau has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to classical music. In 2006, she was awarded the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government in recognition of her achievements in the arts. Piau has also been awarded the Victoires de la Musique Classique, one of the most prestigious awards in the world of classical music, on several occasions. Despite her success, Piau remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform regularly and is known for her passionate and expressive performances. Piau's dedication to her art has made her one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of her generation.

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