SSO Chief Conductor & Artistic Director David Robertson Extends Term for Further Year

The Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO) joins David Robertson in announcing a one-year extension of his tenure as Chief Conductor and Artistic Director of the Orchestra, taking his term to six years ending at the conclusion of 2019.

SSO Managing Director Rory Jeffes said Robertson is an inspiring leader who has helped further to enhance the Orchestra's ensemble since taking up his position at the organisation in 2014.

"Robertson is a visionary music-maker who is greatly in demand as guest conductor around the world," Jeffes said. "As our artistic leader his ambitious projects have highlighted the virtuosity of our ensemble and helped to grow internationally the profile the SSO and indeed of Sydney as a cultural destination."

"A skilled and passionate music communicator, he has cultivatEd Strong relationships with our audience members and also our philanthropic community, of which he is part of through his personal membership of the Maestro's Circle - a group of passionate donors who support the Orchestra's vision.

"We are delighted to extend our partnership with David to the end of 2019, and also when he returns for future projects as a guest conductor beyond that."

Robertson said he was excited to join the Orchestra in announcing a one-year extension of his tenure: "This will round out my time leading this great institution to six years, ending at the conclusion of 2019; although given my love of the SSO, it's very likely you will see me return to the podium as a guest conductor for years to come."

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