“I don't believe in an annual dose of film music for the sake of it being film music. If we program film music, it will be because there is a real artistic reason for doing so.”
Quote by Esa-Pekka Salonen
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Esa-Pekka Salonen
Esa-Pekka Salonen is a prominent Finnish conductor recognized for his international contributions to classical music. Born on June 30, 1958, he has been a leading figure in orchestral conducting, serving as principal conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the London Symphony Orchestra, among others. Salonen's innovative approach to music has earned him numerous accolades, including the Polar Music Prize and the Praemium Imperiale. more