The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra has appointed Mark Wigglesworth to the position of Chief Conductor.

Wigglesworth, who has performed with such organizations as the Berlin Philharmonic, London Symphony, New York Philharmonic, and Royal Concertgebouw orchestras, kicks off his three-year tenure in January 2025. He was also recently appointed to the position of Chief Conductor for the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.

“I have been working with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra for the last 10 years and every performance we have given together has been a truly memorable experience for me. The musicians are exceptional, as individuals and as a group, and I feel there is no limit to what we can achieve together,” Wigglesworth said in an official press release. “It is going to be a privilege to work in Adelaide on a regular basis and to have the opportunity to engage in the South Australian community in a more profound way. Live music brings people together at a time when we need these connections more than ever. Sharing with others the emotions that music stirs within us creates bonds of true and lasting value. To play my part in that in South Australia is something I am looking forward to enormously.”

Wiggleworth, who previously held the position of Principal Guest Conductor with the orchestra, will perform with the ensemble on Sept. 20-21, 2024. His inaugural performances as Chief Conductor are set to take place in May 2025.