Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO) is set to welcome a Chief Executive Mr. David Pratt who will join the company in September. Pratt is bringing with him more than 20 years of senior management experience in leadership roles across the performing arts, film and entertainment sectors in the United States and Australia. QSO Chair Mr. Greg Wanchap said the appointment of David Pratt was the latest in a string of major successes and coups for the company. Wanchap added that the appointment of Mr. Pratt represents an exciting new era for the QSO as it continues to grow in musicality, operational strength and international fame.  He will join the company as it readies to celebrate the 70^th anniversary in 2017, as well as welcoming acclaimed international conductor Ms Alondra de la Parra as Music Director.
“QSO is in very strong artistic and financial health. Following a record-breaking season 2015 plus renewed and acclaimed musicality throughout the Orchestra, we are looking forward to the next chapter, one led by the dynamic and very experienced David Pratt together with our Music Director, Alondra de la Parra,” Mr. Wanchap commented.
Queensland Premier and Minister for the Arts Annastacia Palaszczuk welcomed Mr Pratt back to Queensland and congratulated him on the appointment.
“David brings a wealth of international experience to QSO and will nurture the company’s reputation and performance on a world stage, while continuing to build attendance and support domestically. I am very proud of our Symphony Orchestra as it continues to establish itself as a leader on the global front, bringing the world’s greats to perform here and showcasing Queensland on an international level. It is a significant coup for QSO to welcome David to the company as it looks forward to its 70^th anniversary year,” Ms Palaszczuk commented.