- The Guardian
Stephen Hough's artistic vision transcends musical fashions and trends and in recognition of this he was awarded a prestigious MacArthur Fellowship in 2001, joining prominent scientists, writers and musicians who have made unique contributions to contemporary life.
He appears regularly with most of the major American and European orchestras under the finest conductors, and gives recitals at major venues and festivals across the world. Recent and forthcoming engagements include the Berlin and London Philharmonic and London Symphony orchestras in Europe, and across the Atlantic he performs with the New York Philharmonic and Philadelphia orchestras, as well as the Boston and Chicago Symphony orchestras. He also makes frequent appearances at Salzburg, Edinburgh and Tanglewood Festivals.
Stephen has a catalogue of over 40 CDs which have won many prizes, including seven Gramophone Awards and three Grammy nominations.
Recent performances of his compositions include the world premiere of his cello concerto with Steven Isserlis, and of two Masses for Westminster Abbey and Westminster Cathedral.
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