It has been confirmed that Eivind Aadland will continue to lead the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra as its Chief Conductor and Artistic Director until the end of 2026. He was appointed to the role before the outbreak of COVID but, despite the challenges, he still visited the Hobart-based orchestra several times last year.

Eivind Aadland rehearsing with members of the TSO. Photo supplied

Making the announcement, TSO Chair Don Challen said, “Since taking up the role of Chief Conductor and Artistic Director at the start of the 2020 season, Eivind Aadland has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the TSO, so we are delighted that he will remain with us for a further four years.”

“Eivind has been a perfect fit with the TSO, and his ability to become such an integral part of the orchestra these past few years speaks to his generosity, grace and good humour.”

“The start of Eivind’s tenure coincided with the early days of the pandemic but the TSO, nonetheless, has thrived under his artistic leadership. His presentation of a Beethoven symphony cycle across 2021–22 was a particular highlight.”

Aadland was previously Chief Conductor and Artistic Leader of the Trondheim...