Biography

James Conlon, one of today’s most versatile and respected conductors, has cultivated a vast symphonic, operatic and choral repertoire. Since his 1974 debut with the New York Philharmonic, he has conducted virtually every major American and European symphony orchestra. Through worldwide touring, an extensive discography and videography, numerous essays and commentaries, frequent television appearances and guest speaking engagements, Mr. Conlon is one of classical music’s most recognized interpreters.

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Conlon is the real thing: a master of the orchestra with genuine theatricality and no discernible narcissism.

Los Angeles Times

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September 15, 2025

Live in the Lounge

James Conlon presents the Cello Quartet from the Luigi Cherubini Youth Orchestra

The Ebell of Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

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September 26, 2025

Melodia Mariposa Lecture Series

Altadena Library

Altadena, CA

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September 20 - October 8, 2025

Bernstein’s West Side Story at LA Opera

Company premiere with Gabriella Reyes as Maria and Duke Kim as Tony

Dorothy Chandler Pavillion

Los Angeles, CA

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He is a miracle of equilibrium: his dramatic intuition never fails, nor betrays the transparency of the music…

Le Monde de la Musique