Jérôme Comte

Jérôme Comte is a highly accomplished French clarinetist known for his versatility as both a soloist and chamber musician. He completed his studies with notable clarinet masters including Thomas Friedli and Maurice Bourgue, earning top honors such as the "Prix de virtuosité" from the Conservatoire de Genève and the "Prix à l’unanimité" at the Conservatoire de Paris. Distinguished by several international competitions, Comte has performed globally with prestigious ensembles and orchestras like the Orchestre de l’Opéra de Paris, the London Symphony Orchestra, and has been a member of the renowned Ensemble Intercontemporain since 2005. He is particularly celebrated for his interpretations of contemporary repertoire, having worked extensively with composers such as Pierre Boulez, Unsuk Chin, and Elliott Carter, and has premiered numerous new works for clarinet.

In addition to his performance career, Jérôme Comte is a dedicated educator, teaching at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris and conducting masterclasses worldwide, from Taipei to Mexico City. He exclusively plays a Tosca clarinet by Buffet Crampon and has contributed significantly to expanding the clarinet repertoire, including premiering pieces like Philippe Hurel’s *Quelques traces dans l’air* and Jaehyuck Choi’s *Nocturne 3*. His artistry bridges classical tradition and modern innovation, making him a sought-after figure in contemporary classical music circles.

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