The long history of French music begins with court songs and gallant music in the 10th century. Much of early French folk music was instrumental, with few and rudimentary instruments; nevertheless, from the 10th century, a group of poet-composers began their work. From then on, France has a rich musical history that includes everything from opera to classical music to pop and rock in the twentieth century.
France’s music encompasses a wide range of styles. In the sphere of classical music, France has produced some notable romantic composers, while the chanson and cabaret styles have gained popularity in folk and popular music. The phonautograph, the world’s first known sound recording device, was invented in France by Édouard-Léon Scott de Martinville in 1857. France is also the world’s fifth-largest market in terms of value, and the French music business has produced a number of globally recognized musicians, particularly in the fields of nouvelle chanson and electronic music.
Although English pop music has impacted many French pop artists, French pop music is immensely popular throughout Europe. Its style evolved from a blend of yé-e and rock music. Although Alizée, Natasha Bedingfield, and Cerena are not as well-known in America as they are in France, their songs are wonderful, and they have received several music prizes.
The Continuo French Music Company, founded in May 2013 by Flavien PIERSON, who has a long career as a producer, distributor, and director of record companies behind him, is resolutely focused on a close collaboration with performers and composers via a Classical and Jazz musical catalog offering creations, adaptations, and recordings of works rare or not widely available on disc, with a section of the catalog dedicated to the acoustic guitar.
Continuo French Music Program enables the new artists to showcase their talents to a wide audience and guides them to make even better music.
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