Robert Spano

Robert Spano Appointed Music Director of Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra President and CEO Dr. Keith Cerny and Board Chair Mercedes T. Bass today announced the appointment of conductor Robert Spano as the orchestras next Music Director.

Key Points: 
  • Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra President and CEO Dr. Keith Cerny and Board Chair Mercedes T. Bass today announced the appointment of conductor Robert Spano as the orchestras next Music Director.
  • Robert Spano will be the tenth Music Director in the history of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, which was founded in 1912.
  • Maestro Spano will soon relocate to Fort Worth and be on the ground working with the orchestra throughout his time as Music Director Designate.
  • The Orchestra performs and partners with the Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, The Cliburn, and Performing Arts Fort Worth.