Photo: Yuri Temirkanov
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra released a statement on the death of its former Music Director Yuri Termirkanov.
"Today, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) mourns the passing of our former Music Director and friend, Maestro Yuri Temirkanov. Maestro Temirkanov served as the head of the Orchestra from 2000 through 2006, leaving an indelible mark on the BSO and the entire musical community." says the orchestra's statement.
"The BSO family remembers him as not only a brilliant conductor, but also a mentor and source of inspiration for us all. In addition to his contributions to the BSO, he was celebrated on the international stage, conducting some of the world's most prestigious orchestras and garnering overwhelming acclaim. To pay tribute, the BSO will dedicate this weekend's performances to him in honor of his life and legacy. We extend our deepest sympathies to Maestro Yuri Temirkanov's family, friends, and the classical music community."
Let us remember, Yuri Temirkanov, the conductor and artistic director of the St. Petersburg Shostakovich Academic Philharmonic, passed away at the age of 84 on November, 2. Temirkanov's musical journey spanned prestigious orchestras worldwide, including the Berlin, Vienna, and London Philharmonic Orchestras. He served as Principal Conductor of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London from 1992 to 1998 and held key roles with the Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra, Danish National Radio Orchestra, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and Teatro Regio in Parma.
Russkiy Mir
