David Danzmayr with Oregon Symphony and Simone Lamsma

The Grammy-nominated Oregon Symphony, established in 1896, is the oldest orchestra on the West Coast. Renowned for its adventurous programming, it blends classical music with diverse genres like jazz, indie, and hip hop. The Symphony is celebrated for innovative community engagement and collaborations with artists such as The Decemberists, esperanza spalding, and Rick Ross. It is recognized as an Oregon 'History Maker'.

Austrian conductor David Danzmayr, born in Oberndorf bei Salzburg, is celebrated for his clear, incisive, and expressive style. He is Music Director of the Oregon Symphony and ProMusica Chamber Orchestra, and has led the Zagreb Philharmonic. Danzmayr has won prestigious awards, including the Bernhard Paumgartner Medal, and collaborated with artists like Yo-Yo Ma. He is known for inspiring performances across a broad repertoire.

Born in Leeuwarden, Dutch violinist Simone Lamsma, a Mozart–Shostakovich soloist; RAM award winner/ARAM, Naxos & Challenge Classics recordings, top orchestras.