Let's make this birthday one to remember.

85 years old (Born on February 20, 1940)

Happy Birthday, Maestro Christoph Eschenbach! May your baton always wave gracefully and your eyebrows remain as expressive as ever. From leading the National Symphony Orchestra to unforgettable performances at the Kennedy Center, you've orchestrated countless magical moments that resonate far beyond concert halls.

Here's wishing you another year filled with standing ovations, perfectly tuned instruments—and perhaps fewer rehearsals interrupted by rogue cell phones. Your passion for music continues to inspire us all; may this birthday be a symphony of joy (with just enough cake breaks). Cheers to many more harmonious years ahead—keep conducting life brilliantly in every tempo!