Yannick Nézet-Séguin, born on March 6, 1975, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is a renowned Canadian conductor and pianist. He is celebrated for his roles as the music director of the Orchestre Métropolitain in Montreal since 2000, the Philadelphia Orchestra since 2012, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York City since 2018. Nézet-Séguin's early education in music began at the Quebec Conservatory in Montreal and continued at the Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey. He was notably mentored by Italian maestro Carlo Maria Giulini.

His career is marked by significant achievements, including revitalizing the Philadelphia Orchestra post-bankruptcy by reconnecting it with the community through performances in unconventional venues like shipyards and schools. He also served as the principal conductor of the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra from 2008 to 2018 and was later named its honorary conductor. His engagements extend to prestigious European ensembles such as the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.

Nézet-Séguin is also acclaimed for his work in opera, with regular engagements at the Metropolitan Opera and appearances at major venues like La Scala and the Royal Opera House. He holds a unique open-ended recording contract with Deutsche Grammophon, contributing to an extensive discography. His personal life includes his marriage to Pierre Tourville.