"Chevalier: The Untold Story of a Black Violin Virtuoso"
The life of Joseph Bologne, also known as the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, is finally reaching mainstream audiences through a new film called "Chevalier," based on his life. Bologne was a composer, conductor, and champion fencer in the 18th century, and was the first composer of color to achieve prominence in the European classical scene. Despite his remarkable talent and accomplishments, he faced discrimination due to his race. However, his legacy is being championed by classical music giants like Anne-Sophie Mutter, who is performing his works on tour with her ensemble. The desire to broaden the appreciation of classical music is a path to immortality for artists of the past and inspiration for artists of the future.
