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Claudio Abbado

Claudio Abbado

Musician · Italy · 1933–2014

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Claudio Abbado was an influential Italian conductor who passed away in 2014.

He served as music director of the prestigious La Scala opera house in Milan and the Berlin Philharmonic.

Abbado had two children from his first marriage and a son from his second marriage, showcasing his family ties to the arts.

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Biography

Early Life

Claudio Abbado was born on June 26, 1933, in Italy, where he would grow to become one of the most celebrated conductors of his generation. His early musical education began with piano lessons, which laid the foundation for his illustrious career in classical music and opera.

Career

Abbado's career was marked by significant milestones and prestigious appointments. He served as the music director of the La Scala opera house in Milan and held the position of principal conductor for renowned orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic and the London Symphony Orchestra. His influence extended to the Vienna State Opera, where he was also music director, and he founded the Lucerne Festival Orchestra and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra. Abbado was known for his innovative programming and dedication to both classical and contemporary works, earning him numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Grammy Awards and the Praemium Imperiale.

Personal Life

In his personal life, Abbado was married twice. His first marriage to singer Giovanna Cavazzoni produced two children, Daniele and Alessandra. After their divorce, he married Gabriella Cantalupi, with whom he had a son, Sebastiano. Abbado also had a notable relationship with violinist Viktoria Mullova, resulting in a son, Misha Mullov-Abbado, who is a jazz bassist. His family connections in music continued with his nephew, conductor Roberto Abbado.

Legacy

Claudio Abbado's contributions to music were recognized with numerous honors, including the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic and the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour. In 2013, he was appointed as a Senator for life in Italy, acknowledging his outstanding cultural achievements. Abbado passed away on January 20, 2014, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire musicians and audiences worldwide.

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Discography

Albums
PulcinellaPulcinella1979

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PulcinellaPulcinella1979
  1. 1.Pulcinella: I. Ouverture: Allegro moderato1:57
  2. 2.Pulcinella: II. Serenata: Larghetto2:58
  3. 3.Pulcinella: III. Scherzino: Allegro1:37
  4. 4.Pulcinella: Poco più vivo0:12
  5. 5.Pulcinella: IV. Allegro1:00
  6. 6.Pulcinella: V. Andantino1:12
  7. 7.Pulcinella: VI. Allegro1:39
  8. 8.Pulcinella: VII. Allegretto2:01
  9. 9.Pulcinella: VIII. Allegro assai1:52
  10. 10.Pulcinella: IX. Allegro (alla breve)2:14
  11. 11.Pulcinella: X. Largo (Trio) - Allegro - Presto (Duetto)6:32
  12. 12.Pulcinella: XI. Allegro - alla breve1:15
  13. 13.Pulcinella: XII. Tarantella1:13
  14. 14.Pulcinella: XIII. Andantino2:16
  15. 15.Pulcinella: XIV. Allegro0:56
  16. 16.Pulcinella: XV. Gavotta con due variazioni4:08
  17. 17.Pulcinella: XVI. Vivo1:30
  18. 18.Pulcinella: XVII. Tempo di minuetto2:20
  19. 19.Pulcinella: XVIII. Allegro assai2:03
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Lieutenant Kijé / Scythian SuiteLieutenant Kijé / Scythian Suite1978
  1. 1.Scythian Suite, op. 20: I. L'Adoration de Vélèss et de Ala5:38
  2. 2.Scythian Suite, op. 20: II. Le dieu ennemi et le danse des esprits noirs3:11
  3. 3.Scythian Suite, op. 20: III. La nuit6:16
  4. 4.Scythian Suite, op. 20: IV: Le départ glorieux de Lolly et le cortège du soleil5:36
  5. 5.Lieutenant Kijé, Symphonic Suite, op. 60: I. Naissance de Kijé4:10
  6. 6.Lieutenant Kijé, Symphonic Suite, op. 60: II. Romance4:09
  7. 7.Lieutenant Kijé, Symphonic Suite, op. 60: III. Noces de Kijé2:37
  8. 8.Lieutenant Kijé, Symphonic Suite, op. 60: IV. Troïka2:44
  9. 9.Lieutenant Kijé, Symphonic Suite, op. 60: V. Enterrement de Kijé5:55
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CBS Great Performances, Volume 72: Piano Concerto no. 3CBS Great Performances, Volume 72: Piano Concerto no. 31978
  1. 1.Концерт №3 для фортепиано с оркестром ре минор, соч. 30: I. Allegro ma non tanto17:51
  2. 2.Концерт №3 для фортепиано с оркестром ре минор, соч. 30: II. Intermezzo. Adagio11:44
  3. 3.Концерт №3 для фортепиано с оркестром ре минор, соч. 30: III. Finale: Alla breve14:40
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CarmenCarmen1978
  1. 1.Carmen: Act I. Prélude3:31
  2. 2.Carmen: Act I. Introduction “Sur la place chacun passe”2:10
  3. 3.Carmen: Act I. “Regardez donc cette petite” (Moralès, Les Soldats, Micaëla)4:10
  4. 4.Carmen: Act I. “Avec la garde montante” (Choeur des Gamins)2:34
  5. 5.Carmen: Act I. “Repos!” (Zuniga, Moralès, Don José)0:49
  6. 6.Carmen: Act I. “Allons! Allons!” (Zuniga, Choeur des Gamins)1:34
  7. 7.Carmen: Act I. “Dites‐moi, brigadier?” (Zuniga, Don José)1:07
  8. 8.Carmen: Act I. “La cloche a sonné” (Les Jeunes Gens, Les Soldats, Les Cigarières)5:12
  9. 9.Carmen: Act I. “Mais nous ne voyons pas la Carmencita” (Les Soldats, Les Jeunes Gens)0:45
  10. 10.Carmen: Act I. “Quand je vous aimerai” / Havanaise. “L’amour est un oiseau rebelle” (Carmen, Choeur)4:49
  11. 11.Carmen: Act I. “Carmen, sur tes pas, nous nous pressons tous” (Les Jeunes Gens, Les Cigarières, Don José)2:25
  12. 12.Carmen: Act I. “Monsieur le brigadier?” (Micaëla, Don José) / “Parle‐moi de ma mère!” (Don José, Micaëla)1:41
  13. 13.Carmen: Act I. “Votre mère avec moi sortait de la chapelle” (Micaëla, Don José)2:20
  14. 14.Carmen: Act I. “Ma mère, je la vois…” (Don José, Micaëla)2:25
  15. 15.Carmen: Act I. “Que son fils l’aime et la venère” (Don José, Micaëla) / “Eh bien, eh bien!” (Zuniga)4:03
  16. 16.Carmen: Act I. “Au secours!” (Les Cigarières, Zuniga, Les Soldats)3:19
  17. 17.Carmen: Act I. “Voyons, brigadier…” (Zuniga, Don José, Carmen) / “Tra la la la…” (Zuniga, Les Cigarières, Un Soldat, Don José)4:15
  18. 18.Carmen: Act I. Chanson et duo “Près des remparts de Séville”4:30
  19. 19.Carmen: Act I. “Le lieutenant!... Prenez garde.” (Don José, Zuniga, Carmen)2:08
  20. 20.Carmen: Act II: Entr’acte1:48
  21. 21.Carmen: Act II. “Les tringles des sistres tintaient” (Carmen, Mercédès, Frasquita)5:06
  22. 22.Carmen: Act II. “Vous avez quelque chose à nous dire” (Zuniga, Pastia, Frasquita, Andrès, Mercédès, Carmen)1:16
  23. 23.Carmen: Act II. “Tout est bien alors” (Carmen, Zuniga) / “Vivat! vivat le toréro!” (Choeur, Zuniga, Mercédès, Frasquita, Escamillo, Carmen, Andrès, Pastia)1:31
  24. 24.Carmen: Act II. “Votre toast… je peux…” (Escamillo , tout le monde , Pastia , Zuniga , Carmen) / “Toréador, en garde” (Choeur, Frasquita, Pastia, Dancaire)8:01
  25. 25.Carmen: Act II. “Nous avons en tête une affaire!” (Dancaire, Frasquita, Mercédès, Remendado, Carmen)4:48
  26. 26.Carmen: Act II. “Amoureuse…ce n’est pas une raison” (Dancaire, Remendado, Frasquita, Mercédès, Carmen) / “Halte‐là! Qui va là?” (Don José, Mercédès, Frasquita, Dancaire, Carmen)2:27
  27. 27.Carmen: Act II. “Je vais danser en votre honneur” (Carmen, Don José)5:40
  28. 28.Carmen: Act II. “La fleur que tu m’avais jetée” (Don José)4:15
  29. 29.Carmen: Act II. “Non, tu ne m’aimes pas!” (Carmen, Don José)3:59
  30. 30.Carmen: Act II. “Holà! Carmen! holà!” (Zuniga, Don José, Carmen, Dancaire, Remendado, Les Bohémiens)3:33
  31. 31.Carmen: Act II. “Suis‐nous à travers la campagne” (Frasquita, Mercédès, Dancaire, Remendado, Les Bohémiens, Les Bohémiennes)1:50
  32. 32.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. Entr’acte3:01
  33. 33.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Ecoute, compagnon, écoute!” (Les Contrebandiers, Frasquita, Mercédès, Carmen, Don José, Dancaire, Remendado)4:40
  34. 34.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Halte! Nous allons nous arrêter ici!” (Dancaire, Remendado, Don José, Carmen)1:30
  35. 35.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Mêlons!” “Mêlons!” “Coupons!” (Frasquita, Mercédès)3:20
  36. 36.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Carreau! pique!... la mort! (Carmen)3:20
  37. 37.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Parlez encore, parlez, mes belles” (Frasquita, Mercédès, Carmen)0:50
  38. 38.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Eh bien, j’avais raison.” (Dancaire, Carmen, Remendado, Frasquita, Mercédès, Don José)0:30
  39. 39.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Quant au douanier, c’est notre affaire!” (Carmen, Mercédès, Frasquita, Les Bohémiennes, Les Bohémiens, Dancaire, Remendado)3:08
  40. 40.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Nous y sommes” (Le Guide, Micaëla)0:45
  41. 41.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Je dis que rien ne m’épouvante” (Micaëla)4:52
  42. 42.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Mais… je ne me trompe pas…” (Micaëla, Escamillo, Don José) / “Je suis Escamillo, toréro de Grenade.” (Escamillo, Don José)3:43
  43. 43.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Holà! José!” (Carmen, Escamillo, Dancaire, Don José, Les Contrebandiers, Les Contrebandières)3:01
  44. 44.Carmen: Act III, Scene I. “Halte! Quelqu’un est là qui cherche à se cacher.” (Remendado, Carmen, Dancaire, Don José, Micaëla, Choeur)5:18
  45. 45.Carmen: Act III, Scene II. Entr’acte2:11
  46. 46.Carmen: Act III, Scene II. Choeur “A deux cuartos!”2:23
  47. 47.Carmen: Act III, Scene II. “Les voici, voici le quadrille” (Choeur)3:52
  48. 48.Carmen: Act III, Scene II. “Si tu m’aimes, Carmen” (Escamillo, Carmen, Frasquita, Mercédès)3:20
  49. 49.Carmen: Act III, Scene II. “C’est toi?” “C’est‐moi.”9:23
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Opernchöre · Opera Choruses · Choeurs d’opéraOpernchöre · Opera Choruses · Choeurs d’opéra1975
  1. 1.Nabucco: “Gli arredi festivi” / “Va pensiero sull’ali dorate”9:23
  2. 2.Il trovatore: “Vedi, le fosche notturne spoglie”3:51
  3. 3.Otello: “Fuoco di gioia”2:38
  4. 4.Ernani: “Si ridesti il leon di Castiglia”1:22
  5. 5.Aida: “Gloria all’Egitto”7:11
  6. 6.Macbeth: “Patria oppressa”6:10
  7. 7.I Lombardi: “Gerusalem! Gerusalem!” / “O signore”9:05
  8. 8.Don Carlo: “Spuntato ecco il dì”6:21
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The Firebird / Jeu de cartesThe Firebird / Jeu de cartes1975
  1. 1.L'Oiseau de feu : Introduction - L'Oiseau de feu et sa danse3:24
  2. 2.L'Oiseau de feu : Variation de l'oiseau de feu1:20
  3. 3.L'Oiseau de feu : Ronde des princesses5:25
  4. 4.L'Oiseau de feu : Danse infernale du roi Kachtcheï4:45
  5. 5.L'Oiseau de feu : Berceuse4:03
  6. 6.L'Oiseau de feu : Final3:03
  7. 7.Jeu de cartes : Première donne5:24
  8. 8.Jeu de cartes : Deuxième donne9:22
  9. 9.Jeu de cartes : Troisième donne8:04
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Violin ConcertosViolin Concertos1973
  1. 1.Konzert Für Violine Und Orchester D-Dur Op. 35: 1. Satz: Allegro Moderato16:55
  2. 2.Konzert Für Violine Und Orchester D-Dur Op. 35: 2. Satz: Canzonetta. Andante6:13
  3. 3.Konzert Für Violine Und Orchester D-Dur Op. 35: 3. Satz: Finale. Allegro Vivacissimo8:55
  4. 4.Konzert Für Violine Und Orchester E-Moll Op. 64: 1. Satz: Allegro Molto Appassionato11:35
  5. 5.Konzert Für Violine Und Orchester E-Moll Op. 64: 2. Satz: Andante7:38
  6. 6.Konzert Für Violine Und Orchester E-Moll Op. 64: 3. Satz: Allegretto Non Troppo – Allegro Molto Vivace6:23
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La CenerentolaLa Cenerentola1972
  1. 1.La Cenerentola: Sinfonia8:09
  2. 2.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Introduzione "No, no, no: non v'è" (Clorinda, Tisbe)1:43
  3. 3.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Introduzione "Una volta c'era un re" (Cenerentola, Clorinda, Tisbe, Alidoro)4:42
  4. 4.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Introduzione "O figlie amabili" (Coro, Clorinda, Tisbe, Cenerentola, Alidoro) - Recitativo "Cenerentola, presto" (Tisbe, Clorinda, Cenerentola)5:08
  5. 5.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Cavatina "Miei rampolli femminini" (Magnifico) - Recitativo "Sappiate che fra poco" (Clorinda, Tisbe, Magnifico)6:09
  6. 6.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Scena "Tutto è deserto" (Ramiro, Cenerentola) - Duetto "Un soave non so che" (Ramiro, Cenerentola, Clorinda, Tisbe) - Recitativo "Non so che dir" (Ramiro, Magnifico)11:41
  7. 7.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Coro "Scegli la sposa" - Cavatina "Come un'ape- ne' giorni d'aprile" (Dandini, Clorinda, Tisbe, Magnifico, Ramiro, coro)6:45
  8. 8.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Reitativo "Allegrissimamente, che bei quadri!" (Dandini, Clorinda, Magnifico, Ramiro, Tisbe, Cenerentola)1:55
  9. 9.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Quintetto "Signor, una parola" (Cenerentola, Magnifico, Dandini, Ramiro, Alidoro) - Recitativo "Si, tutto cangerà" (Alidoro, Cenerentola)13:47
  10. 10.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Aria "Là del ciel nell'arcano profondo" (Alidoro) - Recitativo "Ma bravo, bravo" (Dandini, Magnifico, Ramiro, Clorinda, Tisbe)8:36
  11. 11.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Coro "Conciossiacosacché" - Aria "Intendente? Direttor?" (Coro, Magnifico)5:11
  12. 12.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Finale I. Duetto "Zitto, zitto: piano piano" (Ramiro, Dandini) - "Principino, dove siete?" - "Venga, inoltri" (Clorinda, Tisbe, Dandini, Ramiro, Alidoro, coro)8:05
  13. 13.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Finale I. "Ah! Se velata ancor" (Coro) - "Sprezzo quei don" (Cenerentola, Ramiro, Dandini, Clorinda, Tisbe, Alidoro)6:58
  14. 14.La Cenerentola: Atto I. Finale I. "Signor, Altezza, è in tavola" (Magnifico, Clorinda, Tisbe, Cenerentola, Ramiro, Dandini)4:57
  15. 15.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Recitativo "Mi par che quei birbanti" (Magnifico, Tisbe, Clorinda) - Aria "Sia qualunque delle figlie" (Magnifico) - Recitativo "Ah! Questa bella incognita" (Ramiro, Dandini, Cenerentola, Alidoro)8:59
  16. 16.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Aria "Sì, ritrovarla io giuro" (Ramiro, coro) - Recitativo "Ma dunque io sono un ex?" (Dandini, Magnifico)6:05
  17. 17.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Duetto "Un segreto d'importanza" (Dandini, Magnifico) -4:58
  18. 18.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Canzone "Una volta c'era un re" (Cenerentola) - Recitativo "Quanto sei caro!" (Cenerentola, Clorinda, Magnifico, Tisbe)3:16
  19. 19.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Temporale - Recitativo "Scusate, amici" (Dandini, Magnifico, Ramiro, Clorinda, Cenerentola)3:37
  20. 20.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Sestetto "Siete voi?" - "Questo è un nodo avviluppato" (Ramiro, Cenerentola, Tisbe, Clorinda, Dandini, Magnifico)4:34
  21. 21.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Sestetto "Donna sciocca! Alma di fango!" (Ramiro, Cenerentola, Tisbe, Clorinda, Dandini, Magnifico) - Recitativo "Giusto ciel" (Alidoro)8:27
  22. 22.La Cenerentola: Atto II. Finale II. Coro "Della fortuna instabile"2:02
  23. 23.La Cenerentola: Finale II. Scena "Sposa" - "Signor, perdona" (Ramiro, Cenerentola, Magnifico) - Rondò "Nacqui all'affanno" (Cenerentola e tutti gli altri)8:37
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Il barbiere di SivigliaIl barbiere di Siviglia1972
  1. 1.Il barbiere di Siviglia: Sinfonia / Atto primo, scena 1, 222:19
  2. 2.Il barbiere di Siviglia: Atto primo, scena 2, 3 e 418:44
  3. 3.Il barbiere di Siviglia: Atto primo, scena 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 e 1029:43
  4. 4.Il barbiere di Siviglia: Atto primo, scena 12, 13, 14, 15 e Scena ultima21:10
  5. 5.Il barbiere di Siviglia: Atto secondo, scena 1, 2, 3 e 425:25
  6. 6.Il barbiere di Siviglia: Atto secondo, scena 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 e Scena ultima20:08
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Rossini OverturesRossini Overtures1972
  1. 1.Barbiere di Siviglia7:28
  2. 2.La Cenerentola8:14
  3. 3.La gazza ladra9:19
  4. 4.L'italiana in Algeri8:15
  5. 5.Il Signor Bruschino4:26
  6. 6.L'assedio di Corinto9:12
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3 Nocturnes / Daphnis et Chloé / Pavane3 Nocturnes / Daphnis et Chloé / Pavane1970

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Great Scenes from VerdiGreat Scenes from Verdi1970
  1. 1.Nabucco: Atto I. "Gli arredi festivi...Sperate, o figli!"13:10
  2. 2.Nabucco: Atto III. "Va pensiero...Oh, chi piange?"9:15
  3. 3.Macbeth: Atto II. Coro di Sicari "Chi v'impose unirvi a noi?"8:12
  4. 4.I vespri siciliani: Atto II. "O patria...O tu, Palermo"8:16
  5. 5.Simon Boccanegra: Prologo. "A te l'estremo addio" - "Il lacerato spirito"6:19
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'Rinaldo' / 'Schicksalslied' (Song Of Destiny)'Rinaldo' / 'Schicksalslied' (Song Of Destiny)1969

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Janáček: Sinfonietta / Hindemith: Symphonic MetamorphosesJanáček: Sinfonietta / Hindemith: Symphonic Metamorphoses1969

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Symphonies Nos. 3 "Scottish" & 4 "Italian"Symphonies Nos. 3 "Scottish" & 4 "Italian"1968

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Chopin: Piano Concerto no. 1 / Liszt: Piano Concerto no. 1Chopin: Piano Concerto no. 1 / Liszt: Piano Concerto no. 11968

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Serenade Nr. 2 A-dur Op. 16 ∙ Akademische Fest-Ouvertüre Op. 80Serenade Nr. 2 A-dur Op. 16 ∙ Akademische Fest-Ouvertüre Op. 801968

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Movements from Romeo & Juliet and ChoutMovements from Romeo & Juliet and Chout1967

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Prokofiev: Klavierkonzert Nr. 3 C-Dur / Ravel: Klavierkonzert G-DurProkofiev: Klavierkonzert Nr. 3 C-Dur / Ravel: Klavierkonzert G-Dur1967

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Symphony no. 7 / Prometheus OvertureSymphony no. 7 / Prometheus Overture1966

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Le Poème De L'Extase / Romeo Und JuliaLe Poème De L'Extase / Romeo Und Julia2025

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Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado – Edition Vol. 1Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado – Edition Vol. 12008

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Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado – Edition Vol. 2Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado – Edition Vol. 22008

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Le Quattro Stagioni = Die Vier Jahreszeiten = The Four SeasonsLe Quattro Stagioni = Die Vier Jahreszeiten = The Four Seasons

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Deutsche Grammophon

Achievements

Award

Knight Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
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Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
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Ring of Honour of the City of Vienna
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Great Golden Medal of Honour for Services to the Republic of Austria
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Ernst Reuter Medal
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Praemium Imperiale
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Gramophone Award for Lifetime Achievement
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Gramophone Award for Recording of the Year
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Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal
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Grammy Awards
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honorary doctorate from the University of Cambridge
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honorary doctor of the University of Aberdeen
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Ernst von Siemens Music Prize
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Hans von Bülow Medal
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Gold Medal of the Italian Order of Merit for Culture and Art
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honorary doctor of the University of Ferrara
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honorary doctor of the University of Basilicata
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Echo Klassik – Conductor of the Year
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Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
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Decoration of Honour for Services to the Republic of Austria

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  • Mahler Chamber Orchestraoriginalcurrent

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1933-06-26

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Died

2014-01-20

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piano

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Italian conductor (1933–2014)

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Claudio Abbado was an Italian conductor who was one of the leading conductors of his generation. He served as music director of the La Scala opera house in Milan, principal conductor of the Berlin Philharmonic, principal conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra, principal guest conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, music director of the Vienna State Opera, founder and director of the Lucerne Festival Orchestra, founder and director of the Mahler Chamber Orchestra, founding artistic director of the Orchestra Mozart and music director of the European Union Youth Orchestra. He was recipient of the Ernst von Siemens Music Prize and Senator for life in Italy.

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Claudio Abbado — Public People