Iagoba Fanlo is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for himself as a talented cellist and conductor. Born on May 22, 1976, in Pamplona, Spain, Fanlo grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a conductor, and his mother was a pianist, so it was only natural that he would develop a love for music at a young age. Fanlo began playing the cello when he was just six years old, and he quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He studied at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Navarra in Pamplona, where he received his Bachelor's degree in cello performance. He then went on to study at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Madrid, where he earned his Master's degree in cello performance. After completing his studies, Fanlo began his career as a professional musician. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented cellist, and he was soon performing with some of the most prestigious orchestras in Spain. In 2001, he was appointed principal cellist of the Orquesta Sinfónica de Navarra, a position he held for six years. During his time with the Orquesta Sinfónica de Navarra, Fanlo also began to establish himself as a conductor. He studied conducting with maestros such as Antoni Ros Marbà and George Pehlivanian, and he soon began to conduct orchestras himself. In 2006, he was appointed principal conductor of the Orquesta Sinfónica de Castilla y León, a position he held for three years. Fanlo's career continued to flourish, and he soon began to receive invitations to perform with orchestras and conductors around the world. He has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in Europe, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. He has also conducted orchestras in Spain, Italy, Germany, and the United States. One of Fanlo's most notable performances was his debut with the Berlin Philharmonic in 2009. He performed the cello concerto by Robert Schumann, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. The Berliner Zeitung praised his "sensitive and nuanced playing," and the Berliner Morgenpost called him a "rising star in the world of classical music." Fanlo has also received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 2003, he was awarded the "Pablo Sarasate" prize for his outstanding contribution to the world of classical music. In 2007, he was awarded the "Ciudad de Alcalá" prize for his work as a conductor. In 2011, he was awarded the "Premio Nacional de Música" by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a musician in Spain. In addition to his work as a cellist and conductor, Fanlo is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Navarra and the Royal Conservatory of Music in Madrid, and he has given masterclasses around the world. He is passionate about passing on his knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians. Fanlo continues to perform and conduct around the world, and he remains one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of his generation. His dedication to his craft, his passion for music, and his commitment to excellence have made him a true icon in the world of classical music.

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