John Eliot Gardiner releases statement
Florence Lockheart
Friday, August 25, 2023
Following allegations of physical assault earlier this week, the conductor has apologised for 'losing his temper' and promised to 'reflect on his actions'
![John Eliot Gardiner: 'I make no excuses for my behaviour and have apologised personally to Will Thomas, for whom I have the greatest respect.' ©Chris Christodoulou](/media/244315/johneliotgardiner_proms17_-chris-christodoulou.jpg?&width=780&quality=60)
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