Today, Arts24’s music show features Jennifer Ben Brahim interviewing a trailblazing luminary in the realm of classical soul music. Alexis Ffrench, boasting over 1 billion streams and numerous chart-topping albums, is a distinguished pianist and composer. Notable for his performance at the coronation celebrations of King Charles III in 2023, Alexis is celebrated for his innovative approach to classical music. His latest album, “Classical Soul Vol. 1,” pays homage to his early inspirations including Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke, and the legendary Roberta Flack. He is preparing to release “Classical Soul Vol. 1 – The Solo Piano Collection” and is currently on tour across Europe.
Source: https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/arts24/20250317-composer-alexis-ffrench-on-making-classical-music-for-the-soul
