Co-soloist of the National Orchestra of France, the eldest of the Nemtanu sisters, whose father was already a "supersoloist" in the Orchester de Bordeaux, returns to the very specific role of the first solo violins in the orchestra.
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- How would you define your role as first concertmaster of the National de France?
Sarah NEMTANU.
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Like a relay.
From the musical director as well as from the orchestra.
When I talk about the geography of the orchestra, I often compare it to a village.
Well, I feel a bit like the grandmother of this village: it's very important that everyone feels they can rely on me.
You need authority, diplomacy, but also the conviction that you are somewhat the guarantor of the spirit of the orchestra.
In this case, I would say a mix of clarity and responsiveness.
At the time, I was still struggling to understand how I could influence the sound of the winds.
Now I know to capture everybody's attention
Sarah Nemtanu
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