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Conductor

 

Johannes Schlaefli is a Swiss conductor and composer who has made a name for himself in the classical music world. Born on May 22, 1981, in Zurich, Switzerland, Schlaefli showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He later took up the trumpet and studied at the Zurich University of the Arts, where he earned a degree in trumpet performance. After completing his studies, Schlaefli began his career as a freelance musician, performing with various orchestras and ensembles in Switzerland and abroad. He also began to develop an interest in conducting and studied with renowned conductors such as Bernard Haitink and David Zinman. In 2008, Schlaefli was appointed as the principal conductor of the Bern Symphony Orchestra, a position he held until 2014. During his tenure, he led the orchestra in numerous performances and recordings, including a critically acclaimed recording of the complete symphonies of Robert Schumann. In addition to his work with the Bern Symphony Orchestra, Schlaefli has conducted many other orchestras and ensembles around the world, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, and the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also collaborated with many renowned soloists, including pianist Martha Argerich and violinist Renaud Capuçon. As a composer, Schlaefli has written works for a variety of ensembles, including orchestral works, chamber music, and vocal music. His compositions have been performed by many ensembles around the world, including the Zurich Chamber Orchestra, the Lucerne Symphony Orchestra, and the Ensemble Intercontemporain. Schlaefli has received numerous awards and honors for his work as a conductor and composer. In 2010, he was awarded the Credit Suisse Young Artist Award, which recognizes outstanding young musicians in Switzerland. He was also a finalist in the 2011 Nestlé and Salzburg Festival Young Conductors Award. In addition to his work as a conductor and composer, Schlaefli is also a dedicated music educator. He has taught conducting at the Zurich University of the Arts and the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, and has conducted masterclasses and workshops for young musicians around the world. Overall, Johannes Schlaefli is a talented and versatile musician who has made significant contributions to the classical music world as a conductor, composer, and educator. His passion for music and dedication to his craft have earned him a well-deserved reputation as one of the most exciting and innovative musicians of his generation.

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