Claus Peter Flor
German conductor with orchestral accolades
Born
March 16th, 1953
72 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Germany
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Born in 1953, conducted various prominent orchestras worldwide. Served as music director for the Orchestre National de France and the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. Guest conducted institutions such as the London Symphony Orchestra and the Berlin Philharmonic. Recorded significant works, contributing to classical music's repertoire.
Conducted the Orchestre National de France
Served as music director of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Guest conducted the Berlin Philharmonic
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