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Colorado Symphony has announced that Peter Oundjian has been elevated to the position of Music Director for four years starting during the 2025-26 season.

Oundjian joined the company in 2022-23 as Principal Conductor.

“For many years, it has been my great pleasure to work with the extraordinary musicians of the Colorado Symphony, first as a frequent guest conductor and most recently as their Principal Conductor,” said Oundjian per an official press release issued by the company. “I am profoundly honored to step into the role of Music Director and to continue our musical journey together. This new chapter is a thrilling opportunity to deepen our connection with our community, innovate, and reach new artistic heights as an orchestra. I look forward to building on our shared successes and bringing dynamic and inspiring performances to Colorado audiences in the years to come.”

Before his time as a conductor, Oundjian was a solo violinist and the first violinist of the Tokyo String Quartet. He was the music director of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra for 14 years and also led the Royal Scottish National Orchestra for another six. Since 2019, he has also been the music director of the Colorado Music Festival.