Milan Turković (musician)

Milan Turković (born 14 September 1939) is an Austrian classical bassoonist and conductor.

He originates from an Austro-Croatian family, grew up in Vienna and became internationally known as one of the few bassoon soloists.

[1][2] Turković began his career as an orchestral musician, holding the post of principal bassoon in the Vienna Symphony.

He has made numerous premiere performances, including works by Jean Françaix, Sofia Gubaidulina, Iván Erőd, Rainer Bischof, Thomas Daniel Schlee, Friedrich Cerha, Wynton Marsalis and Brett Dean.

He regularly acts as a principal conductor at the Kusatsu International Summer Music Academy and Festival.