Best Contemporary Music

Thomas Søndergård, born 1973, is a Danish conductor recognized for his versatility and insightful interpretations of a wide range of repertoire. As Chief Conductor of the BBC National Orchestra of Wal...

Xavier Roth, born 1977, is a French conductor known for his innovative programming and his commitment to both Baroque and contemporary music. As Music Director of the Gilbert Kapell Ensemble, he has c...

Víkingur Ólafsson, an Icelandic pianist, is known for his unique sound and his willingness to explore contemporary music. His performances are characterized by a minimalist aesthetic and a deep unders...

Karen Kamensek, born 1973, is an Austrian conductor known for her passionate interpretations and her commitment to both Romantic and contemporary music. As Music Director of the Berlin Radio Symphony...

François-Xavier Roth, born 1976, is a French conductor recognized for his expertise in Baroque and Classical music, often employing period instruments. He is a frequent guest conductor with leading or...

José Serebrier, born 1933, is a Uruguayan-American conductor with a long and distinguished career. He has conducted with major orchestras worldwide and recorded extensively. Serebriers interpretations...

Kazushi Ono, born 1961, is a Japanese conductor known for his technical precision and his insightful interpretations of Romantic and contemporary music. As Music Director of the Berlin Konzerthaus Orc...

Ryan Watts, born 1985, is an American conductor rapidly gaining recognition for his innovative approach to contemporary music and his commitment to new music. He is known for his willingness to experi...

Alpesh Chauhan, born 1981, is a British conductor known for his dynamic interpretations and his commitment to both Romantic and contemporary music. As Associate Conductor of the BBC National Orchestra...

Oksana Panova, born 1978, is a Russian conductor known for her insightful interpretations and her commitment to both Romantic and contemporary music. She has worked with numerous European orchestras a...

Jonathan Nott, born 1964, is a British conductor known for his innovative programming and his commitment to contemporary music. He has conducted with orchestras worldwide and is recognized for his wil...

Gergely Mondók, born 1979, is a Hungarian conductor known for his dynamic interpretations and his commitment to both Romantic and contemporary music. He has worked with numerous European orchestras an...