Natahlie Stutzmann has extended her contract with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) through the 2028-29 season.

Since becoming the orchestra’s Music Director, Stutzmann and the Orchestra have achieved several milestones during her first four seasons including the completion of a Beethoven symphony cycle and ASO’s first week-long domestic tour in more than a decade. They have also made an acclaimed recording of Dvořák on the Warner Classics label.

In a statement, Stutzman said, “Extending my time with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is both a joy and an inspiration. Over the past seasons, the Orchestra and I have built a strong artistic bond, rooted in trust, curiosity and the shared love of discovery. The Orchestra’s sound and expressivity is developing beautifully and together we will keep pushing artistic boundaries, bringing fresh energy to the great major repertoire, and sharing the spirit of Atlanta through our music.”

In a statement, ASO Executive Director Jennifer Barlament said, “Nathalie’s impact on the ASO has already been significant…Her international profile has raised awareness of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra worldwide, and Nathalie’s expressive approach has resulted in dynamic performances that excite our audiences.”

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