Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on August 07, 1952)

Happy Birthday, Ian Hobson! The maestro whose fingers dance effortlessly from intricate baroque melodies to passionate Romantic masterpieces and daring contemporary compositions—your performances truly make Bach fans groove, Chopin enthusiasts swoon, and modern composers say "Now THAT'S what I wanted!" Your repertoire spans centuries faster than most of us switch playlists.

Whether dazzling audiences with your latest recital series or celebrating accolades for recent recordings that remind everyone classical is forever cool—you've orchestrated countless memorable moments. On your special day, may life bring you endless applause (and perhaps fewer tricky time signatures)! Here's to another harmonious year ahead—the world loves an encore.