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Five Jacksonville Symphony Musicians and Concertmaster Granted Tenure

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jacksonville Symphony proudly announces that five of its musicians have been granted tenure, a difficult and impressive status to achieve in the performing arts. Concertmaster, Adelya Nartadjieva, who joined the Jacksonville Symphony in the 2022/23 season, is one of the five musicians granted tenure. Joining her are:

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  • The Jacksonville Symphony proudly announces that five of its musicians have been granted tenure, a difficult and impressive status to achieve in the performing arts.
  • Concertmaster, Adelya Nartadjieva, who joined the Jacksonville Symphony in the 2022/23 season, is one of the five musicians granted tenure.
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jacksonville Symphony proudly announces that five of its musicians have been granted tenure, a difficult and impressive status to achieve in the performing arts.
  • Concertmaster, Adelya Nartadjieva, who joined the Jacksonville Symphony in the 2022/23 season, is one of the five musicians granted tenure.

Jacksonville Symphony Extends Contract with President and CEO Steven B. Libman

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jacksonville Symphony proudly announces that Steven B. Libman, President and CEO, and the Board of Directors have agreed to extend his contract through June 30, 2028. Libman has served as President and CEO since January of 2020 and has made excellent strides in cementing the Symphony as one of Northeast Florida's most important cultural institutions.

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  • The Jacksonville Symphony proudly announces that Steven B. Libman, President and CEO, and the Board of Directors have agreed to extend his contract through June 30, 2028.
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jacksonville Symphony proudly announces that Steven B. Libman, President and CEO, and the Board of Directors have agreed to extend his contract through June 30, 2028.
  • Libman has served as President and CEO since January of 2020 and has made excellent strides in cementing the Symphony as one of Northeast Florida's most important cultural institutions.
  • "The board is thrilled that Steven has agreed to extend his leadership role with the Jacksonville Symphony," said Donald Baldwin, Chair of the Jacksonville Symphony's Board of Directors.

The Jacksonville Symphony Announces Boundless Possibilities for 2022/23 Season

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Friday, May 13, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- President and CEO of the Jacksonville Symphony Steven B. Libman and Music Director Courtney Lewis have unveiled an impressive slate of performances, international guest conductors, and artists that will be featured in the Symphony's 2022/23 season.

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  • The Jacksonville Symphony's 2022/23 season presents an ambitious lineup of international guest conductors, award-winning artists, and diverse concert programming in its various series, reflecting its theme of Boundless Possibilities.
  • "With even more guest stars, masterpieces in our concert programming, and high-caliber musicians joining the Symphony, I am delighted to share a season that truly embodies its theme of Boundless Possibilities."
  • Commencing the season are two, free community concerts on September 23 and 24 conducted by Kevin Fitzgerald, the Symphony's newly appointed Associate Conductor.
  • In addition, the Symphony provides music instruction for youth and operates the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestras.

The Jacksonville Symphony Appoints Kevin Fitzgerald as Associate Conductor

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Friday, April 8, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 8, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following an international search, the Jacksonville Symphony is pleased to announce that Kevin Fitzgerald will serve as associate conductor beginning in the 2022/23 season.

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  • The position will be held by Kevin Fitzgerald, an award-winning conductor, Tanglewood Music Center conducting fellow, and guest conductor for renowned orchestras across the nation.
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following an international search, the Jacksonville Symphony is pleased to announce that Kevin Fitzgerald will serve as associate conductor beginning in the 2022/23 season.
  • "Kevin comes to us with impeccable credentials and a wealth of experience," said Courtney Lewis, Music Director of the Jacksonville Symphony.
  • "I couldn't be more ecstatic about joining the esteemed Jacksonville Symphony as their next Associate Conductor," said Fitzgerald.

The Jacksonville Symphony Names Internationally Acclaimed Violinist Adelya Nartadjieva Concertmaster

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Sunday, March 6, 2022

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jacksonville Symphony is delighted to announce Adelya Nartadjieva as its new concertmaster beginning with the 2022/23 season.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Jacksonville Symphony is delighted to announce Adelya Nartadjieva as its new concertmaster beginning with the 2022/23 season.
  • She's played with many of the world's finest conductors and will bring skill to the Jacksonville Symphony in spades," according to Jacksonville Symphony Music Director Courtney Lewis.
  • The Jacksonville Symphony is honored to present Adelya Nartadjieva to the Jacksonville community and to work in partnership to enrich lives through symphonic music.
  • In addition, the Symphony provides music instruction for youth and operates the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestras.