Paavo Järvi to become next Chief Conductor & Artistic Advisor at London Philharmonic
By Bachtrack , 03 March 2026 The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that Paavo Järvi has been appointed to the newly-titled role of Chief Conductor and Artistic Advisor. He will take up the position at the start of the 2028–29 season on an initial five-year contract. Paavo Järvi with LPO Chief Executive David Burke and Artistic Director Jesús Herrera © Gary Manhine Photography Järvi succeeds Edward Gardner, who has held the title of Principal Conductor since 2021. Gardner’s initial five-year term was extended for a further two years until 2028, and the LPO has indicated that he will remain involved with the orchestra, though did not specify a role. The announcement comes at a time when the LPO is beginning to look ahead to its centenary in 2032. “From the first time I heard Paavo Järvi perform in 2023, it was clear that he shared a remarkable musical connection with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. I am immensely proud to announce this new part...
