Esa-Pekka Salonen
Conductor and composer of 'LA Philharmonic'
Born
June 30th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Finland
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Born in 1958, this Finnish conductor and composer has led prominent orchestras worldwide. Salonen served as the principal conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic from 1992 to 2009. He is celebrated for compositions that merge traditional and contemporary elements. His works often feature innovative orchestration and surprising harmonies. Salonen has also made significant contributions to the field of music education, encouraging the next generation of musicians through various initiatives. He is currently an active composer and conductor, continuing to shape the modern classical music landscape.
Principal conductor of Los Angeles Philharmonic
Composed 'Nyx' and 'LA Variations'
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