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Conductor

 

Nicolette Fraillon is a renowned Australian conductor who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. She was born on August 4, 1956, in Melbourne, Australia. From a young age, Fraillon showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. She later went on to study music at the University of Melbourne, where she specialized in conducting. Fraillon's career as a conductor began in the early 1980s when she was appointed as the conductor of the Melbourne Youth Orchestra. She quickly gained a reputation for her exceptional talent and was soon invited to conduct various orchestras across Australia. In 1986, she was appointed as the resident conductor of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, a position she held for six years. In 1992, Fraillon was appointed as the music director and chief conductor of the Australian Ballet, a position she still holds to this day. Under her leadership, the Australian Ballet has become one of the world's leading ballet companies, renowned for its innovative productions and exceptional performances. Fraillon has conducted numerous performances for the Australian Ballet, including productions of "The Nutcracker," "Swan Lake," and "Romeo and Juliet." She has also conducted performances for other ballet companies around the world, including the Royal Ballet in London and the Paris Opera Ballet. In addition to her work with the Australian Ballet, Fraillon has also conducted performances for various orchestras around the world. She has conducted the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, among others. Fraillon's exceptional talent as a conductor has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2009, she was awarded the Order of Australia for her services to music, and in 2016, she was awarded the prestigious Sir Bernard Heinze Memorial Award for her outstanding contribution to music in Australia. Fraillon's dedication to music and her exceptional talent as a conductor have made her one of the most respected and admired figures in the world of classical music. Her passion for music and her commitment to excellence have inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world, and her legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians for years to come.

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