Proceeds from the sale of this recording of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, and other albums by Les Dissonances, are donated to 'Les Margéniaux', an organization that supports people in precarious situations through microcredit.
Performer Biography
David Grimal, the violinist, has had works dedicated to him by numerous contemporary composers, including Marc-André Dalbavie, Thierry Escaich, and Brice Pauset.
Performer Biography
The ensemble Les Dissonances was founded in 2004 by violinist David Grimal as an artists' collective, bringing together musicians from various backgrounds, including major orchestras and young talents.
Composer's Artistic Vision
David Grimal, the founder of Les Dissonances, believes it is important for the public to appreciate contemporary music, viewing contemporary composers as reflections of our time.
Interpretation
Les Dissonances, led by violinist David Grimal, perform Beethoven's Fifth Symphony without a conductor, symbolizing a different social model where each musician is essential.
Performer Biography
David Grimal, the violinist and founder of Les Dissonances, plays on an 'ex-Roederer' Stradivarius from 1710, and also on a violin named 'Don Quichotte' made for him by French luthier Jacques Fustier.
