Symphony Orchestra of India Announces New Resident Conductor

The Symphony Orchestra of India has announced the appointment of British conductor Mikel Toms as its new Resident Conductor

The Symphony Orchestra of India, in Mumbai, India, has this week announced the appointment of British conductor Mikel Toms as its new Resident Conductor - effective from June of this year.

The 51-year-old, who will replace conductor Evgeny Bushkov in the role, has previously worked with leading ensembles - including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London Chamber Orchestra, Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, Oslo Sinfonietta, Brno Philharmonic Orchestra and the Ensemble Modern.

“I am beyond excited to announce that I will be the new Resident Conductor of the Symphony Orchestra of India from June of this year ... our first concert together is in July and I cannot wait to get started,” Mikel has said.