On the podium / Norway / JM World Orchestra
Ole Kristian Ruud
Conductor
About the conductor
Ole Kristian Ruud (born 1958) is a prominent Norwegian conductor recognized for his leadership of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra. He is especially admired for his interpretations of Nordic composers such as Jean Sibelius and Edvard Grieg, and for his strong commitment to Scandinavian repertoire, international touring, and high-quality recordings.