The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra announced the appointment of Manfred Honeck as its new Music Director. Marking the beginning of a new period in the orchestra's storied history, Manfred Honeck will begin his initial three-year contract in September 2008, conducting 8 weeks in the first season and 10 weeks in subsequent seasons, with additional weeks for touring. Tours are already planned, including a return to Vienna's Musikverein in 2010.Larry Tamburri, Pittsburgh Symphony President and CEO, remarked, “The current artistic leadership model, comprised of Artistic Advisor Sir Andrew Davis, Principal Guest Conductor Yan Pascal Tortelier, and Endowed Guest Conductor Chair Marek Janowski, has taught us much over the last two seasons. From our three respected conductor colleagues, we have gained a great deal, and our orchestra has remained…
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