In Monday’s 9 News (Denver), Alexander Kirk writes, “Colorado Symphony Principal Conductor Peter Oundjian will be elevated to music director. Oundjian has agreed to a four-year contract beginning in the 2025/26 season, the Colorado Symphony Association (CSA) announced Monday. Oundjian joined the Colorado Symphony as principal conductor prior to the 2022/23 season. He served as the orchestra’s principal guest conductor from 2003 to 2006 and has been a frequent collaborator…. Oundjian previously had a 14-year tenure as the music director of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and was at the helm of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra for six years. With a career spanning five decades, Oundjian began as a solo violinist, and first violinist of the Tokyo String Quartet, followed by an international conducting career leading orchestras in nearly every major musical center in the world…. Said Mark Cantrell, CSA president and CEO, ‘Peter’s exceptional artistry, visionary leadership, and deep commitment to our musicians and community have been evident throughout his tenure as principal conductor. His promotion marks an exciting new era for our orchestra. We look forward to the innovative and inspiring performances that Peter will undoubtedly bring.’ ”
September 10, 2024