Simon Rattle is an English conductor born on January 19, 1955. He is best known for his work with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra in the 1980's and 1990's, and the Berlin Philharmonic starting in 2002. He has been credited with revitalizing both orchestras and is considered one of the most influential conductors of the modern era.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $1.9 Million (2024)
About
Englishman known for being the Conductor of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra in the 1980's and 1990's and the Berlin Philharmonic starting in 2002.
Before Fame
He was originally a percussionist who entered the Royal Academy of Music, University of London, in 1971.
Trivia
He was inducted into the Gramophone Hall of Fame in 2012.
Family Life
His father, Denis Guttridge Rattle, was a Commander in the Royal Navy.
Associated With
When the quality of his concerts came into question, famed Pianist Alfred Brendel came to his defense.