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Benjamin Zander

Benjamin Zander

Keynote Speaker: Conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra; Celebrated Leadership & Performance Expert

Benjamin Zander Biography

Benjamin Zander started his early musical training in his native England with cello and composition lessons under the guidance of his father. When he was nine, Benjamin Britten, England's leading composer, took an interest in his development and invited the family to spend three summers in Aldeburgh in Suffolk where he lived. This led to a long association with Britten and lessons in theory and composition from Britten’s close associate Imogen Holst, daughter of Gustav Holst.

In 1967, Zander joined the faculty of the New England Conservatory, where he taught the interpretation class, conducted the Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, and regularly conducted the conservatory orchestras. Twenty years ago, he became the artistic director of the joint program between NEC and Walnut Hill, a boarding high school for the performing arts in Natick, Massachusetts. During his tenure as conductor of the New England Conservatory Youth Philharmonic, he took the orchestra on over a dozen international tours and made five commercial recordings and several PBS documentaries. In 1979, he became the conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra.

Zander has established an international reputation as a guest conductor. He has a unique relationship with the Philharmonia Orchestra of London and is recording a series of Beethoven and Mahler symphonies for the Telarc label with them. His recording of Mahler's Symphony No. 3 was awarded the 2004 Critic’s Choice by the German Record Critic’s Award Association, and his recording of Mahler’s 9th Symphony was nominated for a Grammy Award.

Zander has an extensive speaking career, traveling the world lecturing to organizations on leadership. He has appeared four times as a keynote speaker at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he was presented with the Crystal Award for "outstanding contributions in the arts and international relations." The best-selling book The Art of Possibility, co-authored with his partner, leading psychotherapist Rosamund Zander, has been translated into 16 languages.

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Benjamin Zander Speaking Topics

The Art of Possibility

Playing on One Buttock

Conducting Your Company

Benjamin Zander is widely acknowledged as one of the most effective and engaging presenters in the world today!

Tom Peters calls him "the hottest property on the business guru circuit " This brilliant symphony conductor uses the analogy of the orchestra to demonstrate how an organization can come together as a team and unleash its full potential.

Benjamin Zander, renowned conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, has been a Key-note speaker at the World Economic Forum in Davos for three consecutive years. He engages passionately with orchestras and audiences the world over, enticing people to go beyond their customary barriers to accomplish truly extraordinary results. Whether he is addressing top Executives of Fortune 500 companies, or conducting world-class orchestras, Zander never fails to challenge, enthuse and energize.

The Zanders demonstrate that the leader’s power derives from his or her ability to make others powerful. They can teach us how to release the passion and commitment of our players, sothat, both in the workplace and in personal relationships, we suddenly find ourselves surrounded by stars!

Everyone's a Leader - Playing with Passion

Benjamin Zander Videos

Benjamin Zander's Interpretations of Music: Beethoven, Symphpony No 5
Conductor Series - Benjamin Zander
Benjamin Zander - Work (How to give an A)

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What topics does Benjamin Zander speak about?

Benjamin Zander is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Business, Inspirational, Business Leadership, Entertainers, Personal Growth, Authors, Music, Creativity, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Peak Performance, Motivational, Innovation, Leadership, Communication, Education, Literary, Celebrity and Culture.

Where does Benjamin Zander travel from?

Benjamin Zander generally travels from Massachusetts, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Benjamin Zander is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Business and Inspirational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Benjamin Zander for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Benjamin Zander generally travels from Massachusetts, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erik Wahl, Shawn Achor and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Benjamin Zander for an upcoming event.

Benjamin Zander Speaking Topics

  • The Art of Possibility

  • Playing on One Buttock

  • Conducting Your Company

  • Benjamin Zander is widely acknowledged as one of the most effective and engaging presenters in the world today!

    Tom Peters calls him "the hottest property on the business guru circuit " This brilliant symphony conductor uses the analogy of the orchestra to demonstrate how an organization can come together as a team and unleash its full potential.

    Benjamin Zander, renowned conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, has been a Key-note speaker at the World Economic Forum in Davos for three consecutive years. He engages passionately with orchestras and audiences the world over, enticing people to go beyond their customary barriers to accomplish truly extraordinary results. Whether he is addressing top Executives of Fortune 500 companies, or conducting world-class orchestras, Zander never fails to challenge, enthuse and energize.

    The Zanders demonstrate that the leader’s power derives from his or her ability to make others powerful. They can teach us how to release the passion and commitment of our players, sothat, both in the workplace and in personal relationships, we suddenly find ourselves surrounded by stars!

  • Everyone's a Leader - Playing with Passion

Benjamin Zander Videos

Benjamin Zander's Interpretations of Music: Beethoven, Symphpony No 5
Conductor Series - Benjamin Zander
Benjamin Zander - Work (How to give an A)
Benjamin Zander interview by Andrea Vadkerti
The Inextinguishable Human Spirit: Zander on Concert 1

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