Earl Lee Tickets

Meet Earl Lee, a distinguished Korean-Canadian conductor and cellist whose artistry bridges orchestral leadership and intimate chamber music. A recent winner of the 2022 Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award, Lee has rapidly established himself as a versatile leader with a deep rooted musical voice. Since 2022, he has served as Music Director of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and as Assistant Conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, showcasing his command of large-scale symphonic repertoire and collaborative leadership.

Lee’s education blends rigorous conservatory training with expansive practical engagements. He studied at the Curtis Institute of Music and The Juilliard School, continuing conducting studies at the Manhattan School of Music and the New England Conservatory. His ongoing artistic trajectory includes high-profile debuts and returns with major ensembles, reflecting a commitment to both programming excellence and community engagement.

Whether conducting from the podium or performing as a cellist, Earl Lee brings a thoughtful, precise approach to rhythm, phrasing, and orchestral balance. He continues to expand his repertoire, collaborating with renowned soloists and expanding crossover projects that illuminate the connecting thread between conductor, musician, and audience.

Upcoming highlights include return engagements with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra during the 2025–26 season. He is set to debut with the Korean National Symphony Orchestra and the Los Angeles Philharmonic in a MOCA project, signaling an exciting phase of international collaboration. At Tanglewood in 2025, Lee will conduct Beethoven with Yo-Yo Ma on August 18 and Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 on August 24, delivering performances connected to the festival’s storied legacy. For fans in the U.S. and Canada, Earl Lee represents a compelling choice for engaging, boundary-spanning classical music experiences.

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