Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos
Conductor and composer of classical music
Born
September 15th, 1933
92 years ago
Died
June 11th, 2014
11 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Spain
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Born in Spain, a prominent conductor and composer gained recognition for work with major orchestras worldwide. Conducted the London Symphony Orchestra, Berlin Philharmonic, and Vienna Philharmonic. Served as principal conductor for the Spanish National Orchestra and the Croatia Radio Symphony Orchestra. Contributed to various recordings and choral works, as well as operatic performances. Received several prestigious awards throughout a notable career.
Conducted the Vienna Philharmonic
Led the London Symphony Orchestra
Served as principal conductor of the Spanish National Orchestra
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