Amid Contract Dispute with Players, BSO Hires Four New Musicians

2/21/19

By Brandon Weigel, Baltimore Fishbowl

While still locked in a stalemate with players over proposed cuts, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is adding new musicians to its ranks. The orchestra last week announced the appointment of a new assistant principal flutist and three new violinists.

“We are excited to announce that these four superb artists are joining the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra,” BSO president and CEO Peter Kjome said in a statement. “These appointments demonstrate the artistic excellence of our Orchestra, and I join the Board, musicians and staff in welcoming them to the BSO community.”

BSO vice president and general manager Tonya McBride Robles added, “The BSO maintains a rigorous audition process, and after reviewing hundreds of candidates, we are delighted to be joined by these exceptional artists.”

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