Rumon Gamba

Conductor Rumon Gamba has been particularly known for his interest in film music. He has also conducted 20th century symphonic works -- from Britain and beyond -- and branched out into opera. Gamba was born in Britain on November 24, 1972. He attended Durham University, studying music, and went on for conducting studies at London's Royal Academy of Music. His principal teacher was Colin Metters, but he also worked with Sir Colin Davis, Martyn Brabbins, and Mark Wigglesworth, among others. Winning several prizes at the Royal Academy, Gamba began his conducting career as assist...