Role

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Conductor Performer

Birth

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1958 in Jerusalem, Israel

Genre

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Opera

 

Asher Fisch is a renowned conductor and pianist in the world of classical music. Born in Israel in 1958, Fisch began his musical journey at a young age, studying piano and composition at the Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem. He later continued his studies in the United States, earning a Master of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. Fisch's career as a conductor began in the early 1990s, when he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Israel Chamber Orchestra. He quickly gained recognition for his dynamic and expressive interpretations of classical works, and was soon invited to conduct orchestras around the world. One of Fisch's most notable achievements as a conductor was his tenure as the principal conductor of the Vienna Volksoper from 1995 to 2000. During this time, he led the orchestra in numerous acclaimed productions of operas by Mozart, Verdi, and Wagner, among others. He also conducted the Vienna State Opera and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, cementing his reputation as one of the most talented conductors of his generation. In addition to his work as a conductor, Fisch is also an accomplished pianist. He has performed as a soloist with orchestras around the world, and has recorded several albums of piano music, including works by Brahms, Schumann, and Beethoven. Fisch's career has been marked by numerous highlights and accolades. In 2003, he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Israeli Opera, a position he held for over a decade. During his tenure, he led the company in numerous acclaimed productions, including a highly-regarded staging of Wagner's Ring Cycle. Fisch has also been a frequent guest conductor with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He has conducted at major music festivals around the world, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, and the BBC Proms. In recognition of his contributions to the world of classical music, Fisch has received numerous awards and honors. In 2014, he was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, one of the country's highest honors. He has also been awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government, and the Medal of Honor for Science and Art by the Austrian government. Despite his many achievements, Fisch remains committed to his craft and continues to push the boundaries of classical music. He is known for his innovative and daring interpretations of classical works, and is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and dynamic conductors of his generation.

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