Teddy Abrams Named Conductor of the Year

Musical America Worldwide has announced its 2022 Award Winners, including Teddy Abrams (Conducting ’08) who was named Conductor of the Year. In the announcement, Musical America praised Mr. Abrams, music director of the Louisville Orchestra, as an inventive collaborator who is always “looking for ways for orchestras to empower their musicians.” Read more about his stunning rise and upcoming projects, including an original concerto premiere with Yuja Wang (Piano ’08).

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