JoAnn Falletta Biography
JoAnn Falletta is an American conductor who, though known primarily for her incisive interpretations of American music (contemporary and earlier works, including many compositions by female composers), has developed a broad repertory over the years, taking in many of the standards by Mozart, Beethoven, Debussy, Ravel, Rachmaninov, Prokofiev, and Britten, as well as those of lesser currency by Reger, Schreker, Bax, and Ibert. Falletta has conducted over 100 orchestras in the Americas and has also led many in Europe and Asia. She has made over 40 recordings for several different labels, including Naxos, Albany Records, Delos, and New Albion Records.
JoAnn Falletta was born in Queens, NY, on February 27, 1954. Her parents were non-musicians but encouraged their daughter in her musical pursui... read more
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