Former conductors

Enrique Jordá, Conductor of Honour

The beginnings (1983-1985)

He was the first conductor of the Basque National Orchestra when it was still up and coming. He was closely linked to Basque music, leading the Eresoinka choir during the Civil War and he has connections with composers such as Aita Donostia and Jesús Guridi. Nevertheless his career attained international projection and Jordá led the most important orchestras in the world and was the chief conductor at the San Francisco Symphonic for eleven seasons. Even so, he jumped at the chance to take the role of artistic consultant on the team setting up the Basque National Orchestra project.

Jordá made his mark on this group and in turn they showed their appreciation for his significant contribution by making him conductor of honour in 1983.

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17 october, 2026 Saturday, 12:00 h.
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Miramon Matinées Matinée 2: H.E.C. Donostia / San Sebastián Buy tickets
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Miramon MatinéesThe Miramon Matinées now come into their 35th season, having established themselves as a unique, intimate venue for enjoying chamber music in all its diversity.More information
Symphonic SeasonMusic only exists because something vibrates. Because matter is set in motion and is transformed. To vibrate is to tremble or be deeply moved by something..More information
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