Role

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Conductor Performer

Birth

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October 13, 1967 in Rauma, Finland

Genre

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Avant-Garde

 

 

Chamber

 

Hannu Lintu is a renowned Finnish conductor who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on October 13, 1967, in Rauma, Finland, Lintu grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Lintu showed a keen interest in music, and he began playing the violin at the age of five. Lintu's musical education began at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, where he studied violin and conducting. He later continued his studies at the St. Petersburg Conservatory in Russia, where he studied with the renowned conductor Ilya Musin. Lintu's time in Russia was a formative experience for him, and he credits Musin with teaching him the art of conducting. After completing his studies, Lintu began his career as a conductor, working with various orchestras in Finland and abroad. In 1994, he was appointed the principal conductor of the Turku Philharmonic Orchestra, a position he held until 2001. During his time with the orchestra, Lintu gained a reputation for his innovative programming and his ability to bring out the best in his musicians. In 2005, Lintu was appointed the principal guest conductor of the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, a position he held until 2013. During his time with the orchestra, Lintu conducted numerous concerts and recordings, including a critically acclaimed recording of the music of Einojuhani Rautavaara. In addition to his work with the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Lintu has conducted many other orchestras around the world, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. He has also been a regular guest conductor at the BBC Proms in London. One of the highlights of Lintu's career was his appointment as the chief conductor of the Finnish National Opera in 2013. In this role, Lintu was responsible for overseeing all of the opera's productions and conducting many of its performances. During his tenure, Lintu received critical acclaim for his work, and he was credited with bringing a new energy and vitality to the opera. Lintu has also been recognized for his work as a conductor. In 2010, he was awarded the Pro Finlandia Medal, one of Finland's highest honors for cultural achievement. He has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards for his recordings with the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra. Despite his many accomplishments, Lintu remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He is known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to bring out the best in his musicians. He is also a passionate advocate for contemporary music, and he has conducted many premieres of new works by Finnish composers. In conclusion, Hannu Lintu is a highly respected conductor who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. His dedication to his craft, his innovative programming, and his ability to bring out the best in his musicians have earned him a reputation as one of the most talented conductors of his generation. With many years of conducting ahead of him, it is clear that Hannu Lintu will continue to be a major force in the world of classical music for many years to come.

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