Markus Poschner (c) Foto Kerschi
The Utah Symphony announced the appointment of German conductor Markus Poschner, 53, as the eighth Music Director in the orchestra’s 84-year history. Poschner assumes the role of Music Director Designate immediately and he will take on full duties as Music Director in the 2027-28 season.
Poschner is Chief Conductor of the Bruckner Orchester Linz (until 2027), Chief Conductor of the Orchestra della Svizzera italiana and Chief Conductor Designate of the Sinfonieorchester Basel (from 2025/26).
