Florida's Jacksonville Symphony Extends Music Director to 2024

The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestr has announced the contract extension of Music Director Courtney Lewis

The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, in Jacksonville, Florida has this week announced the contract extension of Music Director Courtney Lewis – through to the conclusion of the 2023-2024 season.

The 36-year-old British conductor has previously served as Assistant Conductor to the New York Philharmonic, Associate Conductor of the Minnesota Orchestra and as a 'Dudamel Fellow' with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

“Having the opportunity to work with Courtney was one of the things that drew me to the Jacksonville Symphony ... ” Symphony President & CEO Steven Libman has this week said.

“Under his exemplary leadership, the orchestra’s artistic product has blossomed ... I am thrilled to have the opportunity to continue working with Courtney over the next three years," he has said.

“At a time when everything feels unsteady, I am delighted to be able to make this announcement ... wach week I spend with the orchestra is one spent working with inspiring musicians for whom I have the utmost respect," Courtney has this week said.