French violinist, bass guitarist, arranger and conductor. Born August 2, 1936 in Tours. Became a much sought-after session musician in Paris in the 1960s, working in that capacity for the best part of the following three decades. Besides, he also worked as a bassist for concerts by the likes of Charles Aznavour and Serge Reggiani, while accompanying Michèle Torr as a musical director on a tour across France.