Marc Danel Violin Masterclass
Marc Danel is an internationally acclaimed contemporary violinist and chamber music master with extensive performance and teaching experience. He is the first violinist of the renowned Danel Quartet (Quatuor Danel), and since its inception, he has toured with the quartet members in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, recording a series of highly praised albums, particularly the complete string quartets of Shostakovich and the world premiere recordings of Weinberg's string quartets.
Marc Danel is a violin professor at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Lyon (CNSMD de Lyon) in France and the Royal Conservatory of Namur (IMEP de Namur) in Belgium. He also serves as the artistic director of the Dutch String Quartet Academy (Nederlandse Strijkkwartet Akademie). He has dedicated himself to music education for many years and has been invited to conduct masterclasses across Europe, America, and Asia, including at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, the Royal College of Music in London, and the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) in Manchester, UK. With his meticulous teaching methods and profound musical knowledge, he has inspired many young musicians, helping them make significant progress in their musical journeys.
In the upcoming masterclass, Marc Danel will share his unique insights on violin performance, chamber music collaboration, and musical interpretation. This will be a rare opportunity for learning and exchange, suitable for professional music students and enthusiasts with a deep pursuit of musical art.
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Violin Masterclass – Photo Recap
The “Marc Danel Violin Masterclass” concluded successfully last week!
Marc Danel, a distinguished violinist and educator based in Europe, made a brief visit to Taiwan, during which he not only prepared for a concert performance but also conducted a two-day masterclass, mentoring a total of 13 students.
Marc’s passion for teaching and music was evident throughout the sessions. He engaged each student with dynamic gestures, a warm tone, and expressive playing, effectively conveying musical ideas and emotions to everyone present. His attentive observation allowed him to identify individual challenges in posture, interpretation, and expression, providing tailored guidance that enabled each student to make significant progress.
A question Marc often posed was, “Do you love the violin?” This prompted students to reflect on their motivations for playing and their connection to music.
The final day featured a recital where students showcased their improvements. Marc, accompanied by pianist Yun-Yang Li, also performed excerpts from pieces scheduled for the upcoming concert. Their passionate and vibrant performance left a profound impact on the audience, exemplifying a deep love for music.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Marc and Yun-Yang for sharing their musical passion, and to all the students for their dedicated performances. We’re delighted to share the joy of this experience through the recordings captured during the event.
♫ Organizer: Debussy Music and Arts Centre
♫ Poster Design: Debussy Music and Arts Centre Design Team Yang Meng Jie