Posted on 03/02/2018 2:08:58 PM PST by EveningStar
Top Spanish conductor Jesus Lopez Cobos, who wielded the baton at a clutch of top ensembles including the Spanish National Orchestra and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO), has died of cancer aged 78, his entourage said Friday in Madrid.
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I have several recordings by him. I always thought he was a good conductor. RIP.
RIP.
I saw him conduct Orff’s “Carmina Burana” at the Hollywood Bowl in 1980. It was absolutely perfect. Best version I’ve ever heard.
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