Slovak Philharmonic Announces New Chief Conductor and Music Director

It has been announced today that British conductor James Judd has been appointed the new Chief Conductor and Music Director of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra - effective from the 2017-18 season.

He will replace conductor Emmanual Villaume - who has served the postion since 2009.

Maestro Judd, 65 currently serves as Chief Conductor of the Israel Symphony, Principal Guest Conductor of the Asian Youth Orchestra - and Director Emeritus of the New Zealand Symphony.