Benjamin Levy

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Benjamin Levy is a talented French violinist and conductor deeply immersed in the world of historical performance. He's best known as the artistic director of the Ensemble de l'Opéra Royal, frequently performing at the prestigious Château de Versailles. His passion lies in exploring French repertoire, particularly from the Baroque and Classical eras, often bringing lesser-known works to light, as evidenced by his recordings of music by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-George. You can hear his vibrant and historically-informed approach on albums like "Paris est une fête" and the Saint-George violin concertos.

Levy is also recognized for his dynamic collaborations and diverse programming, which can range from Chabrier to contemporary pieces like Max Richter's "On the Nature of Daylight". His work, including projects like "Mission mandoline" and "Croisette", showcases not only his violin virtuosity but also his skill as a director, breathing fresh life into both familiar and rediscovered music, often centered around French musical heritage. He's a key figure in making historically informed performance engaging and accessible for modern audiences.

Genres

Concerto

Folk

Classical

Chamber Music

Baroque

Contemporary Music

Romantic Music

Orchestral

Historical Performance

20th Century

Modern

Latest Release

Saint-George, Pécou: Caribbean Violin Concertos

Romuald Grimbert-Barré•

Orchestre national de Cannes•

Benjamin Levy

Album - 9 Tracks - Released May 15, 2026