Philadelphia Orchestra: While living in Philadelphia, Watts made his debut with The Philadelphia Orchestra at a children’s concert at the age of ten under the direction of Eugene Ormandy. A wonderful friend and incredible pianist. Lang Lang: Extremely saddened to hear of the sudden passing of André Watts. Watts returned more than 40 times with major American and international orchestras, as well as in solo recitals. Reflecting on his rich relationship with the Orchestra, Watts once said: “That’s why I have a career!” To that we can only say, it was our honor.Ĭarnegie Hall: We remember pianist André Watts, who made his Carnegie Hall debut in 1966 with the American Symphony Orchestra and conductor Leopold Stokowski. Still, the YPCs continued to hold a special place in his heart in fact, he had been scheduled to join the NY Phil’s celebration of the series’ centennial this coming November. His more than 100 NY Phil concerts, beginning with his debut - at age 16, in 1963, on a nationally televised Young People’s Concert (YPC) conducted by Leonard Bernstein - through 2012 included US tours and the Concerts in the Parks. NY Phil: The New York Philharmonic is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of André Watts, a virtuosic pianist, exquisite interpreter, and warm and engaging musical partner. When Leonard Bernstein was around, André was a household name. Lamentably, 24 hours after his death, no US newspaper or media organisation has reported it. Institutions and individuals are saddened by the loss of André Watts.
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