Simon Leoza is a

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composer from

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, whose music blends neoclassical,

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and

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influences. He released three

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under the pseudonym Tambour before releasing ''Albatross'', his first full-length album, under his own name in 2021. In May 2021 he performed a show at the

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, which he subsequently released as a mini-album. His video for "La nuée", directed by

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, was a

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nominee for Video of the Year at the

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, and was shortlisted for the 2022

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''. In 2023 he released ''L'Enfer d'un monde'', a score for a

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work by the Zemmour Ballet. His most recent album, ''Acte III'', was released in 2024.Amélie Revert
"«ACTE III», Simon Leoza"
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'', March 22, 2024.

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