Florian Laconi, an exceptional tenor in the service of operatic emotion

Franco-Italian tenor Florian Laconi embodies a vision of opera in which vocal rigour blends with sharp theatrical instinct and great artistic openness. Born in Metz, he has had a multifaceted career: first an actor and director, he went on to establish himself as an opera singer and guitarist. This versatility gives him a singular stage presence, able to capture emotion and convey it to the audience. For Robins Event, Florian Laconi perfectly represents an approach to opera that is accessible, alive and deeply human, bringing his expertise to cultural seasons, recitals, concerts and bespoke events.

Before fully embracing his operatic career, Florian Laconi cut his teeth on the theatre stage in Metz, studying drama and taking part in many productions. This early training was a pillar of his artistic identity, giving him a sense of acting, movement and character-building – assets that enrich every one of his vocal performances today. For Florian Laconi, singing is never a mere technical performance; it always carries a dramatic intention, a story to tell and an authentic relationship with the audience, making opera closer and easier to understand, even for newcomers.

His vocal training was shaped by masters such as Michèle Command, Gabriel Bacquier and Christian Jean, who helped him develop a solid technique and refine his identity as a tenor. This constant search for balance between vocal mastery, clarity of text and emotional sincerity has enabled him to tackle an exceptionally rich repertoire, from bel canto to French opera, by way of Verdi, Puccini and works from the Slavic repertoire. His solo career truly took off with the title role in Gounod’s Faust, a major work that revealed his ability to combine a strong dramatic presence with deep musical sensitivity. He has since performed on many opera stages in France and abroad, from Liège to Monte-Carlo, Los Angeles and Hong Kong.

Florian Laconi has worked with renowned conductors such as Michel Plasson, Georges Prêtre and Alain Altinoglu, as well as Giuliano Carella, Marco Guidarini, John Nelson, Jacques Lacombe and Alberto Zedda. These collaborations bear witness to his ability to move with ease in varied and demanding artistic settings. On stage, he has worked with directors such as Laurent Pelly, Jérôme Savary and Jean-Louis Grinda, where his early theatre experience proves a valuable asset for an interpretation attuned to space and rhythm. His repertoire is vast, including roles such as Almaviva in The Barber of Seville and Nemorino in L’elisir d’amore in bel canto, and Nadir in Les Pêcheurs de perles, Roméo in Roméo et Juliette, Don José in Carmen and Hoffmann in Les Contes d’Hoffmann in French opera. He has also sung the Duke of Mantua in Verdi’s Rigoletto and Rodolfo in Puccini’s La bohème, not to mention forays into verismo and the Slavic repertoire, notably as Lensky in Eugene Onegin.

His distinctive profile as a tenor-guitarist reflects his versatility and his taste for art forms without boundaries. Florian Laconi excels at bringing music, theatre and genuine closeness with the audience together, adapting to a variety of show formats, from intimate recitals to staged concerts and original creations. A highlight of his career was his performance of La Marseillaise at the 14 July 2013 military parade on the Champs-Élysées, illustrating both the popular and the solemn dimensions of his art. By including Florian Laconi in its offering, Robins Event can count on an artist who combines vocal excellence with rich stage experience. He brings proven vocal technique, in-depth knowledge of the repertoire, real theatrical experience and a charismatic presence, offering valuable artistic versatility for bespoke shows. His ability to create a moment that is both prestigious and warm, bringing music to life with generosity and a spirit of sharing, is a major asset for any cultural season, recital or private event.