Role

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Conductor Performer

Country

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Israel

Birth

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February 16, 1936 in Jerusalem, Israel

Genre

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Symphony

 

Eliahu Inbal is a renowned Israeli conductor who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on February 16, 1936, in Jerusalem, Inbal showed an early interest in music and began playing the violin at the age of six. He later switched to the viola and joined the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra at the age of 15. Inbal studied conducting at the Paris Conservatory with Louis Fourestier and later with Sergiu Celibidache in Munich. He made his conducting debut in 1963 with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra and quickly gained recognition for his talent and skill. In 1965, he was appointed the principal conductor of the RIAS Symphony Orchestra in Berlin, a position he held until 1974. During his tenure with the RIAS Symphony Orchestra, Inbal established himself as a leading conductor in Europe. He conducted numerous premieres of contemporary works and collaborated with many renowned soloists, including Martha Argerich, Yehudi Menuhin, and Itzhak Perlman. Inbal's performances were known for their precision, clarity, and emotional depth. In 1974, Inbal was appointed the principal conductor of the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, a position he held until 1990. During his time with the orchestra, he led many successful tours and recordings, including a complete cycle of Mahler's symphonies. Inbal's Mahler cycle was highly acclaimed and established him as one of the leading interpreters of Mahler's music. In addition to his work with the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, Inbal has conducted many other leading orchestras around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He has also been a regular guest conductor at the Salzburg Festival and the Bayreuth Festival. Inbal's repertoire is wide-ranging and includes works by many composers, from Bach to contemporary composers. He has a particular affinity for the music of Mahler, Bruckner, and Shostakovich, and his interpretations of their works are highly regarded. Inbal has received many awards and honors throughout his career, including the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, the Legion of Honor from the French government, and the Israel Prize for Music. He has also been awarded honorary doctorates from several universities, including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the University of Frankfurt. In addition to his work as a conductor, Inbal is also a respected teacher and has held positions at several music schools, including the Paris Conservatory and the Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt. He has also written several books on music, including a biography of Mahler. Inbal continues to be an active conductor and is highly regarded for his musical insight and interpretive skills. His recordings and performances are treasured by music lovers around the world, and his contributions to the world of classical music are significant and enduring.

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