Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra is thrilled to announce the appointment of its new Music Director from 2016, Italian-Danish conductor Giordano Bellincampi.

Maestro Bellincampi assumes the role next year for a three-year contract, though Auckland audiences will be able to enjoy two scheduled concerts with Maestro Bellincampi as guest conductor in October this year.

“We are absolutely delighted to be making this announcement and very much looking forward to Giordano’s input and vision for the orchestra,” says APO Chief Executive Barbara Glaser. “Giordano has worked with the APO twice previously, striking a wonderful rapport with our audiences and musicians on both occasions, and his proven experience as a Music Director in Europe is a valuable asset to us.”