Barbara Hannigan takes over as the Gothenburg Symphony’s Principal Guest Conductor from the 2019-2020 season, side by side with Christoph Eschenbach. « Together with the Chief Conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali they form a strong artistic three-leaf clover – three different generations and three unique artistries », the Orchestra announced.
Barbara Hannigan has had a rewarding collaboration with Gothenburg Symphony for several years, from the first concert in 2013, when she sang and conducted, to repeated visits as a song soloist. In 2015-2016 she was the orchestra’s Artist in Residence and was able to showcase her entire creativity and versatility.