Matthew George
Civic Orchestra of Minneapolis is delighted to announce that Matthew George will become our next Music Director.
Matthew George is Professor of Music, the John Ireland Distinguished Teacher/Scholar, and Director of Orchestras and Bands at the University of St. Thomas. He is also the artistic director of Grand Symphonic Winds and Principal Conductor of the Lake Wobegon Brass Band. He has commissioned and premiered more than 100 new works from composers around the world, many of which appear on recordings distributed by Naxos. As a guest conductor, lecturer, and clinician, George has traveled to 27 countries across six continents where he has regularly worked on stage and in the recording studio with professional and honor ensembles. He also serves on the boards of several national and international professional organizations.
