Claudio Abbado

Italian Conductor and Opera Maestro

Claudio Abbado was an esteemed Italian conductor, renowned for his deep understanding of music and his ability to communicate it effectively to both orchestras and audiences. Born on June 26, 1933, in Milan, Italy, Abbado demonstrated a passion for music from an early age. He studied at the Milan Conservatory before continuing his education at the Vienna Academy of Music. Throughout his illustrious career, Abbado held prestigious positions with several leading orchestras and opera houses. He was the principal conductor of the La Scala opera house in Milan, the London Symphony Orchestra, the Vienna State Opera, and the Berlin Philharmonic, among others.