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Conductor Performer

Birth

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December 11, 1973 in Lyon, France

 

Ludovic Morlot is a French conductor who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on October 11, 1973, in Lyon, France, Morlot grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a cellist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Morlot was exposed to classical music and began playing the violin at the age of seven. Morlot's passion for music continued to grow, and he went on to study at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris. He also studied conducting with renowned conductors such as Seiji Ozawa and Sir Colin Davis. Morlot's career as a conductor began in 2000 when he was appointed assistant conductor of the Orchestre National de Lyon. He quickly gained recognition for his talent and was appointed associate conductor of the orchestra in 2002. In 2004, Morlot was appointed music director of the Seattle Symphony, a position he held until 2019. During his tenure with the Seattle Symphony, Morlot led the orchestra to new heights. He was praised for his innovative programming and his ability to connect with audiences. He also collaborated with many renowned soloists, including Yo-Yo Ma, Lang Lang, and Joshua Bell. One of Morlot's most notable performances with the Seattle Symphony was in 2011 when he conducted the world premiere of John Luther Adams' "Become Ocean." The piece went on to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2014, and Morlot and the Seattle Symphony won a Grammy Award for Best Classical Instrumental Solo for their recording of the piece. Morlot has also conducted many other notable orchestras around the world, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has been a guest conductor at many prestigious music festivals, including the BBC Proms and the Edinburgh International Festival. In addition to his work as a conductor, Morlot is also a composer. He has written several pieces for orchestra, including "La Chute de la Maison Usher," which was premiered by the Seattle Symphony in 2016. Morlot has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 2012, he was awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government for his contributions to the arts. He was also named Conductor of the Year by Musical America in 2015. In 2019, Morlot stepped down as music director of the Seattle Symphony to focus on his work as a guest conductor and composer. He continues to be a highly sought-after conductor and is known for his passion for music and his ability to bring out the best in orchestras.

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