Yondani Butt

Classical Conductor and Composer

Yondani Butt was a conductor and composer known for his interpretations of the symphonic repertoire. Born in Macau, he later became an American citizen and developed a career that saw him leading orchestras around the world. Butt was particularly noted for his performances of the works of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and other Romantic composers. He served as the music director of several orchestras, including the Symphony Orchestra of the Americas. Throughout his career, Butt made numerous recordings with various ensembles, contributing to a discography that includes comprehensive cycles of symphonies by composers such as Beethoven and Tchaikovsky. His work was recognized for its clarity, balance, and attention to structural details within the music. Yondani Butt passed away in 2016, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated interpreter of classical symphonic literature.