2015 | Classical Album of the Year: Large Ensemble or Soloist(s) with Large Ensemble Accompaniment | Yannick Nézet-Séguin & Orchestre Métropolitain | | The JUNO Awards

Artistic Director of the Orchestre Métropolitain since March 2000, Yannick Nézet-Séguin is among the most sought after conductors in the world. Also Music Director of the prestigious Philadelphia Orchestra since September 2012, Music Director of the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra and Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra since 2008, his personal approach to music, his respect towards the musicians and the public, his loyalty, his generosity as well as his charismatic personality bring him the affection of all.
Founded in Montreal in 1981, the Orchestre Métropolitain adopted a wide public approach that focused on broadening audiences for classical music from the very outset. The OM has developed a unique approach founded on an unshakeable determination to democratize classical music by bringing it to people in their neighborhoods. Since its inception, the Orchestre Métropolitain has made a priority of introducing people to classical music and breaking down economic barriers with a policy that makes tickets affordable to everyone. The Orchestre Métropolitain is also a byword for very high quality entertainment and an invitation to enjoy musical culture through pre-concert talk, and through its conductor who discusses each of the works on the program.