Andrea Battistoni
The Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra has announced the appointment of Andrea Battistoni as Chief Conductor, effective immediately. Born in Verona Italy in 1987, Battistoni’s early career included engagements with Deutsche Oper Berlin, the Mariinsky Theatre, Dresden State Opera, Stockholm Royal Opera, and many more. In 2012, he debuted as the youngest conductor ever to conduct an opera at Teatro alla Scala of Milan, performing Le Nozze di Figaro. His first concerts with the Tokyo Philharmonic were also in 2012. He became Principal Guest Conductor in April, 2015.
