For the third time since 2008, Herbert Blomstedt will appear as guest conductor of the Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester during the Easter Tour 2013. He will be joined by Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes, in his first appearance with the orchestra. The programmes will include Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 and Symphony No. 7, as well as Bruckner's Symphony No. 4.

The "Nestlé and Salzburg Festival Young Conductors Award" is an initiative of Nestlé and the Salzburger Festspiele in cooperation with the GUSTAV MAHLER JUGENDORCHESTER. The 15,000 Euro prize has been awarded for the first time in 2010. In addition to the prize money, the winner has the opportunity to conduct a concert with the GUSTAV MAHLER JUGENDORCHESTER at the Salzburg Festival.

 
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