Gérard Pierron

Gérard Pierron is a French singer-songwriter and composer, born on October 14, 1945, in Thouars, Deux-Sèvres. He rose to prominence in the late 1970s by setting the works of celebrated poets, especially Gaston Couté, to music, recording landmark albums including "Poètes & chansons : Gaston Couté" and "Gérard Pierron chante Gaston Couté (Rétrospective 1977-2008)". Over the years, he established himself as a key figure in French chanson, crafting musical arrangements for renowned poets from Louis Brauquier to Allain Leprest, and putting his own stamp on French poetic heritage with albums that often highlight the artisanal, thoughtful side of the genre.

Pierron is recognized as a "professional of reverie," and his approach is marked by a love for timeless poetry and music. He has received accolades from the Académie Charles-Cros and the Prix Jacques-Douai for his contributions to the French chanson tradition. In addition to his solo work, he has collaborated with fellow musicians on notable recordings such as "Paris s’éveille," which pays homage to Parisian songwriters of the past. He continues to be celebrated for his ability to breathe new life into classic texts while maintaining a warm, engaging presence as a performer.

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