Florentine Mulsant

Florentine Mulsant is a celebrated French composer of contemporary classical music, born in Dakar in 1962. Deeply rooted in the French musical tradition of the 20th century, her work is characterized by a strong emphasis on expressiveness and clear form. Mulsant studied at the prestigious Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris and the Schola Cantorum, where she won the First Prize in composition in 1987. Her mentors included Franco Donatoni and Alain Bancquart, and her compositions reflect a blend of post-serial influences and a personal style that prioritizes emotional depth and distinctive musical character. With a catalog of over 127 opus, including six string quartets, Mulsant has made significant contributions to contemporary symphonic music. Her accolades include the Grand Prix Sacem for her life's work in 2019 and the Victoire de la Musique Classique for Composer of the Year in 2024. Mulsant's music continues to captivate audiences and critics alike, solidifying her status as a leading figure in modern classical composition.