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Henri Dès

Henri Dès (born Henri Destraz 14 December 1940) is a Swiss French-language children's singer and songwriter immensely popular in European Francophone countries. In 1970, he released his first album, Retour. Dès also founded his own record label, Disques Mary-Josée, which he named after his wife.

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Henri Dès

Henri Dès au Forum des 100 en 2012.

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Name
Henri Dès
Birth Name
Henri Destraz
Born
14 December 1940
Birthplace
Renens, Vaud, Switzerland
Full name
Henri Destraz.
Nationality
Switzerland.
Occupation
singer, composer, songwriter and musician.
Fields
children's music and chanson.
Honours
Victory of the album for children.
Languages
French.

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Henri Dès (born Henri Destraz 14 December 1940) is a Swiss French-language children's singer and songwriter immensely popular in European Francophone countries. In 1970, he released his first album, Retour. Dès also founded his own record label, Disques Mary-Josée, which he named after his wife.

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Recordings and discography
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