Rogier van Otterloo

Dutch conductor and composer

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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