Before James Conlon (@conlonconductor ) launched a life-long career as one of the most renowned American conductors, he was a student at the AMFS.
After his student years, it didn't take long for Conlon to return as a fully-fledged conductor. Last year marked 50 years since his first appearance as a professional on an AMFS podium.
Dive into his journey as a student and professional conductor at the AMFS; full video on YouTube at link in bio!
Conlon returns to Aspen this summer, leading the Chamber Symphony in Bernstein's Symphony No. 2 and his own suite arrangement from Shostakovich's Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk on July 13.
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Shoutout to our wonderful backstage crew who hustled to transform our stage from Falstaff’s Shakespearean landscape to the James Conlon Farewell Concert & Gala and then back to Falstaff!
Looking for fun things to do in Los Angeles? Catch a night at the opera with Verdi’s comedic masterpiece Falstaff!
Last Friday’s James Conlon Farewell Concert was something we’ll never forget. Thank you Maestro @conlonconductor for over 20 years of opera brilliance. 👏👏👏
But the goodbye isn’t over — catch him one final time in our next production of Magic Flute. 🖤
It was great sadness that I learned of Michael Tilson’s passing yesterday.
His contribution to music, to education, and to the image of the American conductor is historic. We all looked on with admiration as Michael battled this unforgiving illness, conducting still contributing all the way.
He was an greatly esteemed colleague, whom I first met over 55 years ago, and his loss will leave an empty hole in the classical music world, and beyond. But it will be filled with his memory in the minds and hearts of so many people whose lives he so deeply touched.
- James Conlon
As Maestro James Conlon (@conlonconductor ) takes the podium tonight for his farewell concert, the cast of Falstaff share a few words in his honor.
Hear from our Falstaff artists as they reflect on working with him—and the lasting impact he’s had on their careers.
TOMORROW - join us in celebrating James Conlon’s legacy at @laopera with a special one-night-only concert devoted to his favorite composers. Operatic superstars and an array of special guests join the LA Opera Orchestra for an evening of Mozart, Verdi, and Wagner. Following the concert, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion stage transforms into a celebratory gala honoring Maestro Conlon.
April 24 · LA Opera
Tickets at operafestla.org and at the link in our bio!
We’re getting emotional looking at our favorite photos of James Conlon (@conlonconductor ) over the last 20 years. With only 4 days until the James Conlon Farewell Concert, we’re soaking up every last moment with the man who defined a generation of opera in this city. This is the live music experience of a lifetime and one of the most memorable things to do in Los Angeles this Friday. Don’t miss out on a this chance to say goodbye to the man, the myth, and the legend James Conlon!
Join us in celebrating Maestro James Conlon’s 20-year journey at @laopera with a special one-night-only concert of Mozart, Verdi, and Wagner — featuring operatic superstars, special guests, and the LA Opera Orchestra.
April 24 · LA Opera
Tickets at operafestla.org and at the link in our bio!
Last week at @uscthornton , Maestro @conlonconductor - Music Director of @laopera - led a special lecture on how Shakespeare’s influence led Giuseppe Verdi to compose ‘Falstaff,’ one of opera’s great comic masterpieces.
Drawing on more than five decades on the podium, Maestro Conlon moved between commentary and listening, tracing how Shakespeare’s characters and language found new life in Verdi’s final opera.
What a great opportunity for our students to hear directly from an artist who has spent a lifetime inside this repertoire.
Photos by @bri.fei
Taking a stroll back to the 90’s with the man, the myth, the legendary conductor & Music Director, James Conlon (@conlonconductor ).
Join us April 24th for the James Conlon Farewell Concert and celebrate the maestro who made LA Opera what it is today. 👏👏👏
