Orchestra
For more than a century, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) has played a fundamental role in shaping and celebrating Canadian culture.
The TSO’s commitment to musical excellence and ability to spark connection remain as strong as ever. With a storied history of acclaimed concerts and recordings, Canadian and international tours, and impactful community partnerships, we are dedicated to engaging and enriching local and national communities through vibrant musical experiences. Music Director Gustavo Gimeno brings an expansive artistic vision, intellectual curiosity, and sense of adventure to programming the 93-musician orchestra that serves Toronto—one of the world’s most diverse cities. As a group of artists, teachers, and advocates who share the belief that music has the power to heal, inspire, and connect people from all walks of life, we engage audiences young and old through an array of community-access, health-and-wellness, and education initiatives including the TSO-affiliated Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra—a tuition-free training program dedicated to cultivating the next generation of Canadian artists.
Meet the Maestros
Toronto Symphony Orchestra Music Directors
Luigi von Kunits (1923–1931)
Sir Ernest MacMillan (1931–1956)
Walter Susskind (1957–1964)
Seiji Ozawa (1965–1969)
Karel Ančerl (1969–1972)
Victor Feldbrill, Resident Conductor (1973–1975)
Sir Andrew Davis (1975–1988), Interim Artistic Director (2018–2020), Conductor Laureate (1988–present)
Günther Herbig (1989–1994)
Jukka-Pekka Saraste (1994–2001)
Peter Oundjian (2004–2018), Conductor Emeritus (2018–present)
Gustavo Gimeno (Present)
Spotlight Artists
Each season, Gustavo Gimeno selects guest artists whose virtuosity and versatility he wishes to showcase. In 2023/24, these Spotlight Artists will be Canadian mezzo-soprano Emily D'Angelo and Canadian violinist James Ehnes. In addition to performing in two programs each, they’ll participate in ancillary TSO events and educational activities.
