Jean-Claude Borelly facts for kids
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Jean-Claude Borelly
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| Background information | |
| Born | July 2, 1953 |
| Origin | Paris, France |
| Genres | Instrumental pop Classical Easy listening |
| Occupation(s) | trumpeter composer |
| Instruments | trumpet |
| Years active | 1975–present |
| Labels | Delphine Records Rock Records |
Jean-Claude Borelly is a famous French trumpeter and composer. He is known for his beautiful trumpet melodies. He has been making music since 1975 and continues to perform today.
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Early Life and Music Journey
Discovering the Trumpet
Jean-Claude Borelly was born on July 2, 1953, in Paris, France. When he was just seven years old, he watched Louis Armstrong play the trumpet on TV. This moment made him fall in love with the instrument. He met a kind trumpeter from the Paris Opera. This person helped him learn the trumpet and supported him through his music studies. Jean-Claude studied at the Conservatory and the Normal School of Music.
Teaching and New Styles
By the age of fourteen, Jean-Claude was taking trumpet lessons in Paris. When he turned eighteen, he wanted to share his passion. He started teaching trumpet to new students at the music school. In the 1970s, Jean-Claude became very interested in rhythm and blues music. He loved it so much that he decided to stop his classical music studies. Instead, he began playing in different bands.
Rise to Fame
The "Dolannes Melodie" Success
The year 1975 was a very important time for Jean-Claude Borelly. He recorded a song called "Dolannes Melodie". This song was the main theme for a film. It quickly became a huge hit across Europe. It reached the top 10 in countries like France, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. Outside of Europe, it was number one in Mexico. It also did very well in Japan and reached number 13 in Canada.
"Dolannes Melodie" sold over one million copies. This amazing success earned him a gold disc. With this song, Jean-Claude showed off his unique trumpet style. He worked with his composers and producers, Paul de Senneville and Olivier Toussaint. Together, they created a romantic and melodic style of music.
Later Career and Concerts
From Las Vegas to Churches
In 1995, Jean-Claude Borelly moved to Las Vegas, USA. He performed many concerts there. In 2000, he returned to France. Three years later, in 2003, he wrote and recorded a new album. It was called The Sound of Lac d'Amour.
Since June 2006, Jean-Claude Borelly has focused on a special type of tour. He performs concerts in churches and cathedrals. He plays with his musicians and singers, creating beautiful music in these historic places.
Music Albums
Here are some of Jean-Claude Borelly's albums:
- Concerto de la mer
- Dolannes Mélodie
- Les 24 merveilles du monde la trompette (Vol 1)
- Les 24 merveilles du monde la trompette (Vol 2)
- Meilleur de Jean-Claude Borelly
- De Las Vegas à Paris
- La mélodie du lac d'amour
- Love follow us (Richard Clayderman with Delphine Artists)
- Love follow us 2 (Richard Clayderman with Delphine Artists)
- Friends France (Richard Clayderman with Delphine Artists)
- D'Or de Rêve et de Lumière
See also
In Spanish: Jean-Claude Borelly para niños
- List of trumpeters
- Richard Clayderman
