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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December 19 & 20, 2024

Bern Symphony

Bern, Switzerland

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January 3 - 5, 2025

Fort Worth Symphony

Dvořák’s “New World” and Mozart’s 40th

Bass Performance Hall

Fort Worth, TX

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January 23 - 24, 2025

Casino Bern

Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 1 and Mahler's Symphony No. 1

Great Hall

Bern, Switzerland

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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