Taipei Symphony Orchestra

Taipei, March 3, 2024 – The Taipei Symphony Orchestra (TSO) has announced the appointment of internationally acclaimed conductor Alexander Liebreich as its new Chief Conductor, beginning in the 2026 season. This milestone marks a significant step in the orchestra’s ongoing artistic growth and global outreach.Leading the TSO in the continuous pursuit of greatness,At a press conference at the National Theater, the Department of Cultural Affairs, Taipei City Government Commissioner Tsai,Shih-Ping emphasized the importance of TSO’s role in the city’s cultural landscape and global presence. “TSO is not only Taipei’s most distinguished symphonic institution but also a cultural brand recognized on the international stage,” said Tsai. “We are honored to welcome Maestro Liebreich as our new Chief Conductor and look forward to his leadership in elevating TSO’s artistic achievements.”Liebreich, who has collaborated with TSO since 2008, expressed excitement about his new role: “It is personally meaningful to me to have received the democratic consensus of the TSO and its musicians for the position of chief conductor, especially given my 17-year relationship with the orchestra. I have had the pleasure of performing many outstanding concerts with them, which remain deeply engraved in my memory. I am thrilled to embark on this new musical journey with the TSO.”Thanksgiving Performance: A Prelude to a New JourneyBefore officially taking on his new role, Liebreich will conduct TSO on November 27, 2025, for a special Thanksgiving concert. The program will feature two German masterpieces—Webern’s arrangement of Bach’s Ricercar from The Musical Offering and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 5 in D Major, “Reformation”. In line with TSO’s Shostakovich commemorative project, the concert will also include Shostakovich’s Cello Concerto No. 1 in E-flat Major, featuring celebrated German cellist Alban Gerhardt.A Conductor with Global PrestigeLiebreich’s impressive credentials include his current role as Chief Conductor of the Orquestra de València and Artistic Advisor of the Palau de la Música Valencia. He has also served as Chief Conductor of the Munich Chamber Orchestra, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, and Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra. His extensive achievements have earned him a Grammy nomination and two International Classical Music Awards (ICMA).TSO’s Future Under Liebreich’s LeadershipTSO General Director Kuo Pey-yu expressed high hopes: “Liebreich’s artistic vision aligns perfectly with TSO’s aspirations. Renowned for his dynamic interpretations and dedication to both classical and contemporary music, Liebreich is expected to bring a fresh artistic perspective to TSO, further positioning it as a leading force in the global symphonic community.Concertmaster Roger Chih-I Chiang echoed these sentiments: “Through the years, TSO has developed a wide-ranging musical identity, shaped by a variety of artistic influences. Liebreich brings unparalleled insight and elegance to his conducting, and his deep understanding of repertoire and clear artistic direction will inspire the orchestra to new artistic heights.”A Next Milestone in Taipei’s Cultural LandscapeAmong the highlights not to be missed, a grand season opening concert will take place on next spring to celebrate Alexander Liebreich's inauguration alongside Lisa Bathiasvili and Gauthier Capuçon who will present the world premiere of the new piece of French-Chinese composer Qigang Chen. In addition tothe-upcoming symphonic concerts of their initial year together Alexander Liebreich and the TSO will also be presenting a staged production of theopera Tristan und lsolde.Under Liebreich’s baton, TSO is set to broaden its programming, foster international partnerships, and cultivate emerging musical talent. As the orchestra embarks on this exciting journey, TSO invites music lovers worldwide to witness the next era of symphonic excellence in Taipei.

 In celebration of the 200th anniversary of Bruckner’s birth, this year (2024) Taipei Symphony Orchestra (TSO) is launching a series of concerts featuring Bruckner symphonies, including Symphony No. 2, No. 4 ‘Romantic’, No. 5, No. 6 and No. 7. Each symphony is a vast cosmos of dense, intricate, deeply emotional music, and together they constitute an expansive symphonic universe. Internationally acclaimed authority on Bruckner TSO Conductor Laureate Eliahu Inbal with TSO released the 2023 album, featuring Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 in C minor and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 3 in D minor (1873 version).  To introduce Bruckner to a wider audience, TSO is launching the Bruckner 200 Special Project. In addition to Inbal’s master series, the dedicated website details Bruckner-anniversary events in Austria, Germany, the Netherlands, and elsewhere.  The website offers rich, exciting content, with introductions into Inbal’s Bruckner recordings, exclusive interviews with the conductor himself, and friends in the arts sharing their listening experiences and recommendations of Bruckner’s symphonies, also the special project website have simple yet profound explanations of Bruckner's symphonies. For further information, visit the official website【Bruckner 200】:[Link]  TSO has also created fantastic chibi-style Bruckner and Inbal cardboard cutouts to give Bruckner fans an unforgettable experience. Standing outside the concert venue, the cutouts are ready to take photos with fans to give them souvenirs to cherish and bring more people into Bruckner’s symphonic world. 【Album Link: Stream Music Preview】Eliahu Inbal with Taipei Symphony Orchestra released the 2023 album, featuring Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 in C minor and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 3 in D minor (1873 version).1.Apple Music： [Link]2.Spotify： [Link]3.YouTube Music： [Link]4.KKBOX： [Link]

 Founded in 1969, the Taipei Symphony Orchestra (TSO) celebrates its 55th anniversary this year. The 2024 TSO Master Series anniversary concert have taken place on May 18 at the National Concert Hall and featured TSO Conductor Laureate Eliahu Inbal and renowned Japanese pianist Hayato Sumino. To mark the anniversary, TSO produced The Flowing Movements—Taipei Symphony Orchestra, a documentary showcasing the orchestra’s 55-year history of cultivating music in Taipei, spreading the joy of music, and becoming an integral part of the people’s musical life, as it grows and thrives alongside the city.On the programme for the 2024 TSO Master Series—Eliahu Inbal and Hayato Sumino concert are Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7. Tickets quickly sold out upon release, creating a buzz among music lovers. In addition to being a highlight of TSO’s Bruckner 200 series, the concert has also served as the 55th anniversary celebration. Pre-concert and intermission interactive attractions include Inbal and Bruckner chibi-style cardboard cutouts and Instagram filters, allowing fans to join in the anniversary commemoration. As an extra special treat, at the end of the concert, audiences have invited to take a group photo with the musicians and the all-orchestra members.The Flowing Movements—Taipei Symphony Orchestra was produced by Taiwan Public Television and chronicles the half-century of TSO’s growth and transformation, and its future direction. The documentary features interviews with famous musicians who have worked with TSO and serves as an important record of the development of classical musical in Taipei. Behind-the-scenes footage shows Conductor Laureate Eliahu Inbal leading rehearsals and guiding the orchestra as it evolves. The film also offers glimpses of TSO’s future home, Taipei Concert Hall (provisional name), and records precious moments of discussion between Inbal and the late acoustic architect Albert Xu.At the premiere of the documentary, Taipei Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-hua expressed her gratitude to Maestro Inbal for his dedication over the past five years. He has brought his lifelong musical expertise to the orchestra and created so many unforgettable concerts that enabled music lovers to enjoy the legendary conductor’s performances live in Taipei.In turn, speaking from the heart, Maestro Inbal explained that his passion for conducting comes from the thrill and energy the process entails, especially the transformation that takes place from the time of the first rehearsal up to the final performance. Inbal said he looks forward to continuing his collaboration with TSO and bringing more exceptional concerts to Taipei audiences.Meanwhile, detailed designs for the upcoming Taipei Concert Hall have been completed, and the construction project is set to move into the bidding phase. In the future, TSO will have an excellent classical music hall, providing the public with a wonderful listening experience. Together, TSO and the new venue will take the people of Taipei forward into the next half-century of classical music.The Documentary of TSO “The Flowing Movements “has on YouTube with Traditional Chinese and English subtitles, watching on the website:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjN5AeR1E4E&t=1s