Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO) has extended the contract of Chief Conductor Umberto Clerici, who will now lead the group until the end of 2027.
QSO Chair Rod Pilbeam said since starting as Chief Conductor in January 2023, Maestro Clerici had been pivotal in driving artistic excellence and performance innovation within Queensland’s orchestral landscape.
“Maestro Clerici has brought dynamic and ambitious leadership to QSO,” Mr Pilbeam said.
“As Chief Conductor, he has worked diligently to ensure QSO is an orchestra for everyone, to welcome audiences across the state to experience and enjoy a vast repertoire of transformative music.”
Maestro Clerici said he wanted to continue to stretch the orchestra’s abilities and artistic scope.
“At the same time, I want to continue offering a wide range of musical styles to our audience,” he said.
“We are one of the most impactful arts organisations in a state that is growing rapidly and we have to be at the forefront of this evolution, continuing to excel and innovate.”
Maestro Clerici said collaborations were key to expanding the audience and creating bigger, more ambitious programs.
He pointed to QSO’s 2025 co-production of Rite of Spring with the globally renowned contemporary circus company, Circa, as well as the alliances forged with Queensland Conservatorium, University of Queensland, Brisbane Chamber Choir, Opera Queensland and Queensland Ballet.
