Yannick Nézet-Séguin — Conductor, Music Director & One of Today’s Leading Orchestral Voices

Yannick Nézet-Séguin is one of the defining figures in contemporary classical music. Born on March 6, 1975 in Montreal, Canada, he has built a distinguished career as a conductor, pianist, and advocate for new music. Since 2012, he has served as Music Director of the Philadelphia Orchestra, a role that has helped shape the ensemble’s sound and programming for a new generation of concertgoers. In 2018, he became Artistic Director & Music Director of the Metropolitan Opera, bringing his expansive repertoire and collaborative approach to the stage of one of the world’s most storied opera houses. He has also guided the Orchestre Métropolitain in Montreal as Artistic Director since 2000. Nézet-Séguin is an official Deutsche Grammophon recording artist with a growing discography spanning orchestral cycles, opera, and soundtrack work. He is a multiple Grammy winner and a frequent presence on international stages, sharing his passion for musicianship and storytelling through music. We’ve got you covered with his biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information so you can secure your seats with confidence.