CEO of the Oslo Philharmonic, Ingrid Røynesdal, moves to National Museum

“The Oslo Philharmonic is a workplace you become very fond of, so it is undoubtedly sad to leave it. We have one of the most sought-after chief conductors in the world, a fantastic international position, brilliant tours ahead of us and strong audience support at home. In other words, the organization is well equipped for the future and, after ten years as leader, it is natural to pass on the baton”, says Røynesdal.

Throughout her years with the Oslo Philharmonic, Røynesdal has had a particularly strong commitment to the development of a new concert hall on the harbour front at Filipstad and assures that this work will continue.

“I have been very keen to ensure that all the work we have done so far can continue without me. I'm leaving a highly competent organisation, so am confident that this will be taken care of in the best possible way. The creation of a new concert hall would be the next natural step for a city which has become a vibrant international cultural capital in recent years” says Røynesdal.

The Oslo Philharmonic's development over the past 10 years has been significant, and the orchestra has a strong position both nationally and internationally. The orchestra has received several Spellemann Prizes (Norwegian Grammy) and the City of Oslo's Cultural Prize and has toured extensively internationally to rave reviews. The orchestra has also received two YAMA-prizes for its innovative work for young audiences.

“Ingrid has made an absolutely formidable contribution as leader of the Oslo Philharmonic over many years, which the results clearly show. She will be deeply missed, but we wish her all the best in the future. It is gratifying that another cultural institution can now benefit from her unique leadership qualities” says board chairwoman Kristin Skogen Lund.