Role

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Conductor  

Genre

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Choral

 

Robert Howarth is a renowned conductor, harpsichordist, and organist who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. He was born in 1976 in the United Kingdom and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a singer, which exposed him to music at an early age. Howarth began his musical journey by learning the piano at the age of six. He later switched to the organ and harpsichord, which became his primary instruments. He attended the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, where he studied organ and harpsichord performance. He also studied conducting with Mark Elder and Clark Rundell. After completing his studies, Howarth began his career as a freelance musician, performing with various orchestras and ensembles. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile musician, and his career took off. He has since performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Academy of Ancient Music. One of Howarth's most significant achievements was his appointment as the Principal Guest Conductor of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment in 2013. This appointment was a testament to his talent and dedication to the world of classical music. He has since conducted numerous performances with the orchestra, including Handel's Messiah, Bach's St. John Passion, and Mozart's Requiem. Howarth is also a sought-after conductor of opera. He has conducted productions of Handel's Giulio Cesare, Monteverdi's L'incoronazione di Poppea, and Purcell's Dido and Aeneas, among others. His ability to bring out the best in both singers and instrumentalists has earned him critical acclaim and a loyal following. In addition to his work as a conductor, Howarth is also an accomplished harpsichordist and organist. He has performed solo recitals and chamber music concerts throughout Europe and the United States. His recordings of Bach's Goldberg Variations and Handel's Suites for Harpsichord have received widespread critical acclaim. Howarth's dedication to the world of classical music has not gone unnoticed. He has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2005, he was awarded the prestigious Handel Prize by the London Handel Society. This award recognizes outstanding contributions to the performance and study of Handel's music. In 2010, he was awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Conductor Award, which recognizes exceptional conducting talent. Despite his many achievements, Howarth remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and conduct with passion and enthusiasm, always striving to bring out the best in the music and the musicians he works with. His commitment to excellence and his love of classical music have made him one of the most respected and admired musicians of his generation.

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