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Jean-Jacques KantorowFrench violinist and conductor
Date of Birth: 03.10.1945
Country:  France |
Content:
- Early Years
- Educational Pursuits
- International Acclaim
- Triumphant Career as Violinist
- Transition to Conducting
- Artistic Director and Guest Conductor
Early Years
Born into MusicBorn in France as the son of Russian immigrants, Jean-Jacques Kantorow exhibited a passion for music from a young age.
Educational Pursuits
Musical ProdigyKantorow's exceptional talent was nurtured at the Nice Conservatory and later at the prestigious Paris Conservatory under the tutelage of René Benedetti. He graduated at the extraordinary age of 15 in 1960.
International Acclaim
Kantorow's remarkable talent was recognized internationally. He emerged victorious at the Carl Flesch International Violin Competition in London in 1962 and triumphed at the Paganini Competition in 1964.
Triumphant Career as Violinist
Soloist and Chamber MusicianKantorow established himself as a renowned soloist, captivating audiences with his virtuosic performances. He also excelled in chamber music, notably winning first place at the Colmar Chamber Music Competition in 1970 with pianist Jacques Rouvier and cellist Philippe Muller.
Transition to Conducting
From Violin to BatonIn the mid-1970s, Kantorow embarked on a distinguished career as a conductor, predominantly leading chamber orchestras.
Artistic Director and Guest Conductor
Kantorow assumed artistic directorship of the Auvergne Chamber Orchestra in 1985 and later led the Orchestral Ensemble of Paris from 1993 to 1998. He has also collaborated extensively with the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra and the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra.
