The Conductors
Gerard Schwarz
Music Director
One of the leading conductors of his generation, Gerard Schwarz celebrates his 26th and final season as Seattle Symphony Music Director in the 2010–2011 season. Under Schwarz's artistic leadership, the Symphony has evolved into one of the world's finest orchestras. More
Eric Garcia
Assistant Conductor
Eric Garcia currently serves as Seattle Symphony's Assistant Conductor, beginning in the 2010–2011 season. In previous posts, Garcia served as Conductor of the Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and director of orchestral activities at the University of Evansville. More
Joseph Crnko
Associate Conductor for Choral Activities
Joseph Crnko joined Seattle Symphony as the Associate Conductor for Choral Activities in September 2007. He is in his 25th year as Music Director of the Northwest Choirs, the Northwest’s premier youth choral organization. More