The Conductors
Ludovic Morlot
Music Director
Ludovic Morlot, now in his second season as the Seattle Symphony’s Music Director,
has established a reputation as one of the leading conductors of his generation.
In January 2012, he assumed a second post as Chief Conductor of La Monnaie/De Munt,
one of the most prestigious opera houses in Europe. More
Gerard Schwarz
Conductor Laureate
After 26 years
as the Seattle Symphony Music Director, Gerard Schwarz now serves as the Rebecca
& Jack Benaroya Conductor Laureate. Under Schwarz's artistic leadership, the Symphony
evolved into one of the world's finest orchestras. More
Marvin Hamlisch
Principal Pops Conductor, In Memoriam (1944–2012)
All of us at the Seattle Symphony are deeply saddened by the passing of Marvin Hamlisch,
our Principal Pops Conductor since 2008. His contribution to American music was
immeasurable. We will dearly miss this brilliant and funny composer, conductor and
friend. The Seattle Symphony will honor him at the Marvin Hamlisch Tribute concerts
February 21-24.
Click here for details. More
Jeff Tyzik
Principal Pops Conductor Designate
Jeff Tyzik is recognized as one of America's most innovative pops conductors.
Described by the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle as “among the best pops conductors
in America,” Tyzik is known for his brilliant arrangements, original programming
and engaging rapport with audiences of all ages. More
Stilian Kirov
The Douglas F. King Assistant Conductor
Seattle Symphony
Assistant Conductor Stilian Kirov recently finished his tenure as Associate Conductor
of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Music Director of the Memphis Youth Symphony
Program. He has conducted ensembles around the world, including the Orchestre Colonne
(France), the Orchestra of Colours (Greece), the New World Symphony and the Juilliard
Orchestra, among others. More
Joseph Crnko
Associate Conductor for Choral Activities
Joseph Crnko joined
the Seattle Symphony as the Associate Conductor for Choral Activities in September
2007. He is in his 27th year as Music Director of the Northwest Choirs, the Northwest’s
premier youth choral organization. More