All articles tagged with #conductor
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
Christoph von Dohnányi, renowned conductor and former music director of the Cleveland Orchestra, known for his analytical and detailed approach to music, has died at age 95. His tenure with the orchestra was marked by acclaimed recordings and performances, and he was celebrated for his dedication to the score and the spirit of the music.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Cleveland.com
Christoph von Dohnanyi, a renowned German conductor who led the Cleveland Orchestra for 18 years and elevated its international reputation, passed away at age 95. His tenure was marked by acclaimed recordings, extensive touring, innovative programming, and significant contributions to Cleveland's cultural infrastructure, including a major hall renovation. His family history included resistance against Nazi Germany, and he was celebrated for his precise, probing artistry and wide repertoire. Dohnanyi's influence extended globally through his work with various orchestras and festivals, leaving a lasting legacy in classical music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The article examines the rapid rise of conductor Klaus Mäkelä in the classical music world, questioning whether his success is justified by his talent and contributions to orchestras.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Jaap van Zweden, the current music director of the New York Philharmonic, will begin a five-year term as the music director of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France in 2026 after leaving his position in New York later this summer. He will also serve as the music director of the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra. Van Zweden, who started his career as a concertmaster in Amsterdam, expressed his excitement about joining the French radio orchestra in Paris and plans to focus on promoting new works, particularly contemporary pieces by French composers, during his tenure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newser
Seiji Ozawa, the acclaimed Japanese conductor who led the Boston Symphony Orchestra for three decades, has passed away at the age of 88. Known for his lithe physicality and enormous influence, Ozawa appointed 74 of the orchestra's 104 musicians and attracted performers like Yo-Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman. His celebrity helped the symphony become the biggest-budget orchestra in the world, and he remained active in his later years, particularly in Japan. Ozawa's legacy includes founding the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival and co-founding the Saito Kinen Orchestra, which won a Grammy in 2016. Messages of condolence have poured in from around the world, and he is remembered as an inspiration to many in the music world.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WCVB Boston
Seiji Ozawa, the acclaimed Japanese conductor known for his three-decade tenure as the Boston Symphony Orchestra's music director, has passed away at 88. His influential leadership and celebrity attracted renowned performers and elevated the orchestra's international recognition. Ozawa's legacy includes founding the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival and winning a Grammy with the Saito Kinen Orchestra. Despite controversy and health challenges, he leaves behind a lasting impact on the world of music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Seiji Ozawa, the groundbreaking Japanese conductor known for his tenure as music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, has passed away at the age of 88. He was widely recognized as the first Asian conductor to achieve global acclaim leading a classical orchestra. Ozawa's legacy includes his prodigious talent for uniting orchestras and choruses in complex works, as well as his influence on classical music in both Eastern and Western cultures.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Seiji Ozawa, the renowned conductor who led the Boston Symphony Orchestra for nearly 30 years, has passed away at the age of 88. Known for his distinctive style and cultural impact, Ozawa's tenure with the BSO was marked by both celebration and controversy. Despite the challenges, he left a lasting legacy as a musical pioneer and ambassador, breaking barriers for Asians in the classical music genre and making significant contributions to the world of orchestral music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Seiji Ozawa, the dynamic Japanese conductor who led the Boston Symphony Orchestra for 29 years and played a key role in dispelling prejudices about East Asian classical musicians, has passed away at the age of 88 in Tokyo. His influence helped pave the way for a significant influx of East Asian musicians into the Western classical music world, spreading the appreciation of Western classical music to Korea, Japan, and China.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Seiji Ozawa, the acclaimed Japanese conductor known for his leadership of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and international influence, has passed away at the age of 88. His career spanned decades and included significant contributions to the world of classical music, as well as the founding of music festivals and orchestras in Japan. Ozawa's legacy includes his impact on the BSO, his efforts to elevate Japanese musicians on the international stage, and his enduring influence on the Tanglewood Music Center.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Slipped Disc
Seiji Ozawa, the first Japanese conductor to achieve international acclaim in western classical music, was not only a musical trailblazer but also a peacemaker who used his influence to foster closer relations between Japan and China. His illustrious career included leadership roles with prestigious orchestras such as the Boston Symphony and the Vienna State Opera, as well as significant contributions to contemporary composers. Despite occasional conflicts, Ozawa was known for his generosity and support towards colleagues. His legacy as a conductor and peacemaker will be remembered following his passing.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The Washington National Opera has appointed conductor Robert Spano as its new music director, filling a post that has been vacant since 2018. Spano, a well-established conductor and music director, will officially begin his three-year term in fall 2025 but will immediately adopt the title of music director designate. His extensive experience and particular penchant for new music make him an auspicious choice for the WNO, and he expressed excitement about leading an opera house for the first time in his career.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Franz Welser-Möst, the music director of the Cleveland Orchestra since 2002, has announced that he will not renew his contract when it expires in 2027. Known for his authoritative conducting, Welser-Möst has led the orchestra to be considered one of the finest in America. His departure marks the end of an era for the renowned ensemble, as he begins to wind down his career after nearly 25 years at the helm.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Renowned conductor John Eliot Gardiner has been accused of hitting a singer backstage during a performance of Berlioz's opera "Les Troyens" at the Festival Berlioz in France. The incident occurred when the singer, William Thomas, headed the wrong way off the podium. Gardiner, known for his contributions to the period-instrument movement, has withdrawn from the festival and returned to London to see his doctor. The incident has sparked criticism in the classical music industry, with calls for consequences and an investigation by the Proms, where Gardiner is scheduled to conduct.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
An android robot named EveR 6 made its debut as a conductor at the National Theater of Korea, leading South Korea's national orchestra. While the robot's movements were precise, some audience members felt it lacked the ability to listen and engage with the orchestra collectively. Despite this, the performance showcased the potential for robots and humans to coexist and complement each other in the field of music.