Role

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Conductor

Birth

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1964 in Turin, Italy

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Keyboard

 

Andrea Molino is a renowned Italian conductor and composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on November 16, 1964, in Turin, Italy, Molino showed an early interest in music and began studying piano at the age of six. He later went on to study composition and conducting at the Giuseppe Verdi Conservatory in Milan. Molino's career as a conductor began in 1990 when he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Orchestra Sinfonica di Sanremo. He quickly gained a reputation for his innovative programming and dynamic performances, and soon began receiving invitations to conduct other orchestras throughout Italy and Europe. In 1995, Molino was appointed as the principal conductor of the Orchestra Filarmonica di Torino, a position he held for six years. During his tenure, he led the orchestra in numerous performances and recordings, including a critically acclaimed recording of Mahler's Symphony No. 5. Molino's international career took off in the early 2000s when he began conducting orchestras in the United States, Canada, and Australia. He quickly gained a reputation as a versatile and innovative conductor, known for his ability to bring out the best in both classical and contemporary repertoire. One of Molino's most notable achievements came in 2004 when he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Queensland Orchestra in Australia. During his tenure, he led the orchestra in numerous performances and recordings, including a highly acclaimed recording of the complete symphonies of Gustav Mahler. Molino's work as a composer has also received critical acclaim. His compositions have been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world, and he has received numerous awards and commissions for his work. In 2008, he was awarded the prestigious Prix Italia for his composition "The End of the World," a multimedia work that combines music, video, and live performance. In addition to his work as a conductor and composer, Molino is also a passionate advocate for contemporary music. He has worked closely with many of the world's leading composers, including Luciano Berio, Karlheinz Stockhausen, and John Adams, and has premiered numerous new works by emerging composers. Molino's career has been marked by numerous highlights and achievements. In 2010, he was awarded the prestigious Italian Order of Merit for his contributions to the arts, and in 2012 he was appointed as the artistic director of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. He has also been a frequent guest conductor with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Despite his many achievements, Molino remains committed to pushing the boundaries of classical music and exploring new and innovative ways of presenting and performing music. He continues to be a leading figure in the world of classical music, and his work as a conductor, composer, and advocate for contemporary music has had a profound impact on the field.

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