Simon Edelmann
German conductor Simon Edelman, 30, won First Prize at Korean National Symphony’s international conducting competition.
Jury chair David Reiland praised Edelmann as a « skilled and experienced conductor » who demonstrated « excellent leadership and understanding of the orchestra. » Simon Edelmann is Principal Conductor of the Vogtland Philharmonie (Saxony).
Euan Shields from the United States won Second Prize and Austin Alexander Chanu, also from the U.S, took third.
The second KNSO International Conducting Competition attracted 224 applicants from 44 countries.
