Thierry Fischer
Thierry Fischer (born 28 September 1957) is a Swiss orchestra conductor and flutist.
Fischer studied flute with Aurèle Nicolet and began his musical career as Principal Flute in Hamburg and at the Zurich Opera, where he studied scores with Nikolaus Harnoncourt. His conducting career began in his 30's, subsequently directing his first few concerts with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe, where he was principal flute under Claudio Abbado.
From 1997 to 2001, Fischer was chief conductor of the Netherlands Ballet Orchestra (Nederlands Balletorkest). In 2001, Fischer became principal conductor of the Ulster Orchestra in Belfast. His contract was extended in January 2004 to 2006.[1] In 2006, Fischer concluded his tenure with the Ulster Orchestra, and stated that he left this position partly because "to be really honest, I didn't get to do all the things I wanted to do."[2] In September 2006, he became principal conductor of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales (BBC NOW). Fischer is scheduled to conclude his BBC NOW tenure after the 2011-2012 season.[3]
Outside of Europe, Fischer became chief conductor of the Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra in April 2008. His Nagoya tenure concluded in February 2011.[4] He now has the title of Honorary Guest Conductor with the Nagoya Philharmonic. In September 2009, Fischer became music director of the Utah Symphony, with an initial contract of 4 years. His Utah Symphony contract began on 1 September 2009, but the formal public announcement did not occur until 24 September 2009.[4]
Fischer has made several recordings, most notably of Frank Martin's orchestral music (Deutsche Grammophon) which was nominated for a Gramophone Award. He has also recorded several CDS for the Hyperion label, including music of Florent Schmitt[5] and Jean Françaix.[6]
Fischer and his wife have three children.
[edit] References
- ^ Martin Cullingford, "Thierry Fischer to remain at Ulster Orchestra for two more years". Gramophone, 6 January 2004.
- ^ Johnny Muir, "Orchestral manoeuvres". Belfast Telegraph, 5 March 2007.
- ^ "BBC National Orchestra of Wales announces new Principal Conductor" (Press release). BBC. 12 July 2011. http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2011/07_july/12/now.shtml. Retrieved 2011-07-26.
- ^ a b Edward Reichel (2009-09-24). "Utah Symphony announces Lockhart replacement". Deseret News. http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705332169/Utah-Symphony-announces-Lockhart-replacement.html. Retrieved 2011-07-26.
- ^ Andrew Clements (1 June 2007). "Schmitt: Psaume XLVII; La Tragédie de Salomé; Suite Sans Esprit de Suite, Buffle/ BBCNOW & Chorus/ Fischer". The Guardian. http://arts.guardian.co.uk/filmandmusic/story/0,,2092412,00.html. Retrieved 2007-09-28.
- ^ Andrew Clements (18 March 2005). "Françaix: Le Roi Nu; Les Demoiselles de la Nuit, Ulster O/ Fischer". The Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2005/mar/18/classicalmusicandopera.shopping3. Retrieved 2009-09-12.
[edit] External links
- Intermusica biography of Thierry Fischer
- BBC NOW biography of Thierry Fischer
- BBC NOW interview of Thierry Fischer by Penny James
| Preceded by Roelof van Driesten |
Netherlands Ballet Orchestra, Chief Conductor 1997–2001 |
Succeeded by Jeppe Moulijn |
| Preceded by Dmitry Sitkovetsky |
Principal Conductor, Ulster Orchestra 2001–2006 |
Succeeded by Kenneth Montgomery |
| Preceded by Richard Hickox |
Principal Conductor, BBC National Orchestra of Wales 2006–present |
Succeeded by incumbent |
| Preceded by Ryusuke Numajiri |
Chief Conductor, Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra 2008–2011 |
Succeeded by (post vacant) |
| Preceded by Keith Lockhart |
Music Director, Utah Symphony 2009–present |
Succeeded by incumbent |
