Thomas Adès is a luminary in the world of contemporary classical music, carving out an extraordinary career as a composer, conductor, and pianist. Born on March 1, 1971, in London, Adès attended the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and later graduated from King's College, Cambridge. His meteoric rise began with the premiere of his opera "Powder Her Face" (1995), which has since become a modern classic. Adès's compositional signature is characterized by its complexity, emotional depth, and the seamless fusion of traditional and modern elements.

As a conductor, Thomas Adès has led major orchestras around the world, and his breadth of skill is showcased in the sweeping renditions of Beethoven's symphonies as he simultaneously sheds light on the works of contemporary composers like Gerald Barry. With recent releases like "Thomas Adès: Dante," an orchestral work inspired by Dante's "Divine Comedy," and "Thomas Adès: Alchymia," a collection of chamber music, Adès continues to push musical boundaries and invite listeners into his intricate and evocative soundscapes. His contributions to music have been recognized with numerous awards, including the prestigious Grawemeyer Award for music composition in 2000. As both a keeper of the classical tradition and an innovator in the genre, Thomas Adès remains a vital force in the evolution of classical music.

Genres

21st Century Classical

Avant-garde

British Contemporary Classical

Contemporary Classical

Latest Release

Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 - 6

Ludwig van Beethoven•

Britten Sinfonia•

Thomas Adès

Album - 25 Tracks - Released May 31, 2024