Frans Rasmussen

Frans Rasmussen was a renowned Danish conductor born in Aalborg in 1944. He studied at the Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen, where he later became a lecturer. Rasmussen had a distinguished career, serving as a conductor at the Royal Danish Theatre and the Jyske Opera. He also guest-conducted in numerous European countries, Africa, North America, and Asia. In addition to his conducting roles, Rasmussen was a prolific recording artist, producing many award-winning CDs. He was a member of the Danish Conductors' Association and served as its chairman from 1997 to 2013. In 2005, he became the conductor for the Storstrøms Kammerensemble, and in 2009, he founded a music agency called FRagentur.

Rasmussen's discography includes a variety of classical and choral works, such as "The Danish Royal Opera Chorus - On Stage in Concert 1959-1984," "Jeg ser de lette Skyer - Danske sange," and "Carl Nielsen: Complete Works For A Capella Choir." His contributions to the music world were significant, and he left a lasting legacy in the classical music scene. Frans Rasmussen passed away on October 2, 2020.

Genres

Opera

Latest Release

The Danish Royal Opera Chorus - On Stage in Concert 1959-1984

Jerzy Semkow•

Frans Rasmussen

Album - 27 Tracks - Released January 10, 2016