Rogier van Otterloo
Dutch conductor and composer
Born
December 11th, 1941
83 years ago
Died
1988
37 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Netherlands
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A conductor and composer who significantly contributed to classical music in the Netherlands. Served as the principal conductor of the Netherlands Radio Orchestra and held positions with various orchestras. Composed numerous works, particularly in the realm of orchestral music. Collaborated with several prominent musicians and ensembles, enhancing the contemporary classical music scene in the country.
Served as principal conductor of the Netherlands Radio Orchestra
Composed works for orchestras and ensembles
Worked with notable musicians in classical music
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