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MAESTRO TEODOR CURRENTZIS SHOT IN PARIS.

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Teodor Currentzis and a dog!

Теодор Курентзис и собака!

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Teodor Currentzis has been dubbed the “rebel of classical music,” “the bad boy of classical music, and even a “hellraiser.” These are all descriptions that are perhaps more fitting for a rock star than a man who conducts Mozart and Beethoven.

In his case, in addition to “genius” and “enfant terrible”, descriptions such as “narcissist” and “anarchist” sound more like compliments.

At the age of 47, the Greek wonder who has made St. Petersburg, Russia his home, is a sought-after conductor and composer. He has a rich discography, his concerts across the globe are sold out days in advance, and he is one of President Vladimir Putin’s favorites.

Currentzis clearly seems bent on revolutionizing classical music. He takes it out of its old, conservative environment and adds flair and aplomb to make it attractive to a wider audience, and perhaps to younger generations who think of it as the music of their grandparents.

Born in Athens on February 24, 1972, Currentzis took up the piano at the age of four and began learning the violin at seven. He entered the National Conservatory in Athens at the age of twelve, concentrating on the violin. In 1987, at age 15, he began composition studies under Professor George Hadjinikos, and then in 1989 under Professor B. Shreck.

In 1994, Currentzis moved to St. Petersburg, where he studied conducting at the St. Petersburg State Conservatory under the guidance of Ilya Musin until 1999.

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