Daniel Hope Announced as New Century Chamber Orchestra's New Music Director

The New Century Chamber Orchestra has announced the appointment of British violinist Daniel Hope as its new Music Director

The New Century Chamber Orchestra, in San Francisco, has today announced the appointment of British violinist Daniel Hope as its new Music Director - effective from the beginning of the 2018-19 season.

Daniel, 44, has served as an artistic partner with the ensemble since September 2017.

“We are delighted to welcome Daniel Hope as a permanent member of the New Century family …” the orchestra’s board president Paula Gambs has said.

“The impact that he has had on the entire organization in such a short space of time has been astonishing … it was unanimously agreed that Daniel, one of the world’s most creative, exciting and forward-thinking artists today, is the person to lead the orchestra into its next chapter,” she has said.

“The connection I felt with each and every member of this fine orchestra was immediate from the first moment we played together …” Daniel has said.

“New Century has achieved a vast array of impressive milestones in their 25 year history and their eagerness and ambition to continue building upon this is contagious … I am honored to be a part of this inspiring journey and look forward to accomplishing many more milestones together,” he has said.

Daniel will replace Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg - who stepped down from the role in 2017.