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Conductor

 

Joshua Weilerstein is a renowned American conductor and violinist who has made a name for himself in the classical music industry. Born on December 9, 1987, in Durham, North Carolina, Joshua grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Donald Weilerstein, is a violinist and his mother, Vivian Hornik Weilerstein, is a pianist. His sister, Alisa Weilerstein, is also a renowned cellist. Joshua began playing the violin at the age of four and showed exceptional talent from a young age. He studied at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in violin performance. He also studied conducting with David Zinman at the Aspen Music Festival and School. In 2009, Joshua won the Malko Competition for Young Conductors in Copenhagen, Denmark, which launched his career as a conductor. He has since conducted many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic, and the Orchestre de Paris. One of Joshua's most notable performances was with the BBC Symphony Orchestra in 2015, where he conducted a program of works by Stravinsky, Bartók, and Ligeti. The performance was highly praised by critics, with The Guardian describing it as "a thrilling display of virtuosity and musical intelligence." In addition to his work as a conductor, Joshua is also an accomplished violinist. He has performed as a soloist with many orchestras, including the Orchestre National de Lyon, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. He has also recorded several albums as a violinist, including a critically acclaimed recording of the violin concertos of Benjamin Britten and Philip Glass. Joshua has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 2015, he was named the Artistic Director of the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne, becoming the youngest conductor to hold the position. He was also named the Principal Conductor of the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra in Norway in 2019. In addition to his work as a conductor and violinist, Joshua is also a passionate advocate for music education. He has worked with many youth orchestras and has served as a mentor to young musicians. He has also given lectures and masterclasses at universities and conservatories around the world. Overall, Joshua Weilerstein is a talented and versatile musician who has made a significant impact on the classical music world. His passion for music and dedication to his craft have earned him a well-deserved reputation as one of the most exciting and innovative conductors of his generation.

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