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Elim Chan to lead San Francisco Symphony as first female music director

Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan has been appointed as the new music director of the San Francisco Symphony. She will be the first woman to hold this position in the orchestra's 115-year history. Chan's six-year term is set to begin in September 2027, following a period of industry speculation about her next major role. AI

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Elim Chan to lead San Francisco Symphony as first female music director

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    Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan becomes first woman to lead San Francisco Symphony

    Hong Kong-born conductor Elim Chan has been named music director designate of the San Francisco Symphony, capping months of intense industry speculation over her next permanent posting. The orchestra announced on May 21 that Chan will officially begin her tenure in September 2027…