Georges Prêtre in Memoriam
Here we pay tribute to Georges Prêtre, the charismatic French conductor, who has died aged 92.
Read more…In a dazzling career spanning over 7 decades, Prêtre gained a reputation for going above and beyond, rejecting the implications of 'conductor' and preferring to see his role as that of an interpreter who moulds the orchestral sound. The following selection is but a brief glimpse into his countless collaborations with star soloists and heavyweight orchestras.