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Boston Symphony Orchestra Dismisses Music Director Nelsons

3/7/2026

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The Boston Symphony Orchestra dismissed its music director, Andris Nelsons, on March 6, 2026.
The dismissal cited a lack of alignment on future vision.
Nelsons led the Boston Symphony Orchestra for 12 years and will finish his tenure in August 2027.
Unlike typical contracts, Nelsons had a rolling evergreen contract, allowing the orchestra to terminate it at any time.

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The Boston Symphony Orchestra dismissed its music director, Andris Nelsons, on March 6, 2026.
The dismissal cited a lack of alignment on future vision.
Nelsons led the Boston Symphony Orchestra for 12 years and will finish his tenure in August 2027.
Unlike typical contracts, Nelsons had a rolling evergreen contract, allowing the orchestra to terminate it at any time.