The Loyal Conductor
Zubin Mehta has been associated with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra since 1961. "He was appointed its music adviser in 1969, music director in 1977, and in 1981 Mehta accepted the title of music director for life. It is a unique position in a business where contracts rarely run for more than five years." But for Mehta, such longevity and loyalty to a single ensemble is an ongoing theme. Sydney Morning Herald 07/23/08

Posted July 23, 2008 06:32 AM