“One of the brightest rising stars in the conducting firmament”

Known for her “unique sensitivity and a heightened attention to detail and texture” (The Washington Post) and “programming prowess” (Vancouver Sun), New Zealand-born Gemma New (ONZM) is Artistic Advisor and Principal Conductor of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, and a highly sought-after guest conductor worldwide. She is the recipient of the prestigious 2021 Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award and was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2024.

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"Her leadership was the picture of confidence: boldly energized, smartly paced, every cue in place"

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NZSO: Podium Series – Spectacular

Gemma and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra perform the beloved Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis, by Ralph Vaughan Williams, paired with Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5.

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