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Sebastien Marq is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music through his exceptional skills as a recorder player. Born in France in 1966, Marq grew up in a family of musicians, which played a significant role in shaping his musical career. Marq's interest in music began at a young age, and he started playing the recorder when he was just six years old. He quickly developed a passion for the instrument and began taking lessons from some of the best recorder players in France. Marq's talent was evident from an early age, and he soon began performing in public, impressing audiences with his exceptional skills. As Marq's talent grew, he began to receive recognition from the music industry. In 1985, he won the first prize at the International Recorder Competition in Paris, which marked the beginning of his professional career. Marq continued to hone his skills, studying under some of the most renowned recorder players in Europe, including Walter van Hauwe and Kees Boeke. In 1990, Marq joined the ensemble La Fenice, which was founded by Jean Tubéry. The ensemble specialized in early music, and Marq's skills as a recorder player were a perfect fit for the group. With La Fenice, Marq performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in Europe, including the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam and the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. Marq's talent as a recorder player continued to receive recognition, and he was soon invited to perform with some of the most renowned orchestras in Europe, including the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra and the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. Marq's performances with these orchestras were highly acclaimed, and he quickly became known as one of the best recorder players in the world. In addition to his performances with orchestras, Marq also began to establish himself as a solo artist. He released his first solo album, "The Recorder in the 17th Century," in 1995, which was highly praised by critics and audiences alike. The album showcased Marq's exceptional skills as a recorder player and his deep understanding of early music. Marq continued to release solo albums throughout his career, including "The Recorder in the 18th Century" and "The Recorder in the 19th Century." These albums showcased Marq's versatility as a recorder player and his ability to interpret music from different periods with equal skill. In addition to his solo work, Marq also collaborated with other musicians, including the harpsichordist Skip Sempé and the soprano Sandrine Piau. These collaborations resulted in some of the most memorable performances of Marq's career, including their rendition of Bach's "St. Matthew Passion," which was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. Marq's talent as a recorder player has been recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 2000, he was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or for his album "The Recorder in the 18th Century." He has also been awarded the Choc de la Musique and the Grand Prix du Disque for his recordings. Marq's contribution to the world of music has been significant, and his exceptional skills as a recorder player have inspired countless musicians around the world. His performances have been described as "mesmerizing" and "spellbinding," and his recordings continue to be highly regarded by critics and audiences alike.

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