Kamloops Symphony Orchestra appoints U.K. university graduate as executive director
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KAMLOOPS — The Kamloops Symphony Orchestra (KSO) has appointed its new executive director.
In a news release issued Tuesday (Sept. 5), KSO unveiled Christopher Young as its new executive director following a national search. He takes over for Daniel Mills, who left in March to take over as director of development at Art Commons in Calgary.
KSO says Young was born and raised in Fort St. John and graduated from the University of Leeds in the U.K. with a Master of Arts with Distinction in Music and Management. The orchestra says he showcased his expertise in governance, management and marketing for regional arts organizations during that stretch.
“My passion and my background in music and arts management drives my commitment to further enrich the cultural landscape and foster artistic excellence across the Thompson Valley,” Young says. “As a musician and as an audience member, I understand the transformative power of the live music experience, and I am excited to work alongside the KSO’s talented team to cultivate meaningful cultural and artistic experiences for all members of the community.”
