Just announced, the Utah Symphony will name Rei Hotoda the new associate conductor next fall. A milestone, she will be the first woman to hold a permanent post with the symphony.
Formerly the associate conductor at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra from 2009-12, according to the Salt Lake Tribune, Hotoda said in a statement: "Working with music director Thierry Fischer and the extraordinary musicians of the orchestra is a partnership I know will be deeply meaningful and very exciting."
She continued: "I am really looking forward to getting to know the audiences of the Utah Symphony and look forward to collaborating with such a vibrant community."
Music director Thierry Fischer said, "Rei will bring extensive education and community engagement experience to share with audiences in this great state."
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