Raymond Lefèvre
French composer and orchestra conductor
Born
November 20th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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An influential French composer and orchestra conductor, focusing primarily on light music and orchestral arrangements. In the late 20th century, created numerous popular compositions, often blending classical music with contemporary styles. Gained popularity through television and radio broadcasts in France, achieving widespread recognition in the 1960s and 1970s. Conducted orchestras for film scores, including work on soundtracks that entertained audiences across Europe. Lefèvre's orchestral style brought an elegant touch to popular music, showcasing intricate arrangements that appealed to a broad audience.
Composed the hit single 'Emmanuel'
Conducted for various French television shows
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