Jüri-Ruut Kangur (born 17 May 1975 in Tallinn) is an Estonian conductor. [1]
In 1998, he graduated from Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre in choral conducting speciality. [1]
He has founded and led several choirs and orchestras, including Haapsalu City Orchestra (1996–2004), Estonian National Opera Boys' Choir (2000–2002), Tallinn University Symphony Orchestra (2013–2019). [1]
2009–2017, he was one of the organizers of Pärnu Music Festival and Järvi Academy. [1]
Since 2019, he is the president of European Orchestra Federation. [1]
As of about 2020, he is the chief conductor of Estonian National Youth Symphony Orchestra. [1]