Elim Chan confirmed as San Francisco Symphony’s first female music director
Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan has been officially hired as the San Francisco Symphony’s music director designate, making her the first woman to hold the prestigious position.
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Read full article →Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan becomes first woman to lead San Francisco Symphony
Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan has been named music director designate of the San Francisco Symphony, capping months of intense industry speculation over her next permanent posting. The orchestra announced on May 21 that Chan will officially begin her tenure in September 2027. She will serve an initial six-year term, becoming the first woman and 13th music director in the institution’s 115-year history. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the conductor and places one of Hon...
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