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Pierre Benjamin Monteux (pronounced [pjɛʁ mɔ̃.tø]; 4 April 1875 – 1 July 1964) was a French (later American) conductor. After violin and viola studies, and a decade as an orchestral player and occasional conductor, he began to receive regular conducting engagements in 1907.
The Monteux School and Music Festival, founded as a school for conductors in 1943 by internationally renowned conductor Pierre Monteux, is one of the finest summer training programs and festivals of its kind. Monteux is also an orchestra and chamber music festival for orchestral instrumentalists.
Mar 31, 2024 · Pierre Monteux (born April 4, 1875, Paris, France—died July 1, 1964, Hancock, Maine, U.S.) was one of the leading conductors of the 20th century, acclaimed for his interpretations ranging from Beethoven to contemporary composers such as Stravinsky and Arthur Honegger.
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Mar 4, 2016 · Learn about the legendary conductor's debut and return visits to the Ravinia Festival with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra from 1941 to 1961. Explore his repertoire, reviews, and legacy in this article from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's 125th season.
Learn about the life and legacy of Pierre Monteux, a French-American conductor and teacher who championed new music and led with sensitivity and intelligence. Read Robert Greenberg's personal reflections on what makes a great conductor and his experiences as a composer and musician.
Pierre Monteux was a French-born American conductor who premiered many works by Stravinsky, Ravel, and Debussy. He also led the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra.
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