New Zealand Symphony Orchestra appoints new music director

Florence Lockheart
Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Conductor André de Ridder will take up his new role in 2027 while Gemma New becomes artistic partner after five seasons at the helm

André de Ridder made his NZSO debut in 2023 © Phoebe Tuxford
André de Ridder made his NZSO debut in 2023 © Phoebe Tuxford

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