Chief Conductor – Bamberg Symphony

Principal Guest Conductor – Philharmonia Orchestra

Permanent Guest Conductor – Czech Philharmonic
Principal Guest Conductor – Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra

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Jakub Hrůša

Born in the Czech Republic and described by Gramophone as ‘on the verge of greatness’, Jakub Hrůša is Chief Conductor of Bamberg Symphony, Principal Guest Conductor of the Philharmonia Orchestra, Permanent Guest Conductor of the Czech Philharmonic, Principal Guest Conductor of Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra, and served as Music Director and Chief Conductor of PKF-Prague Philharmonia from 2009-2015.

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Press

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Jakub Hruša’s sensational conducting reinforces the vivacity and stylishness: the London Philharmonic sound brilliantly effervescent under his baton and a score too often taken for granted comes thrillingly alive. [On Glyndebourne’s ‘Carmen’]

– The Times

Jakub Hrůša led a fiery, passionate account of Bizet’s score, dripping with drama. [On Glyndebourne’s ‘Carmen’]

– Bachtrack

News

Jakub Hrůša Renews Contract as Chief Conductor of Bamberg Symphony

Jun 20, 2018

Following a signing ceremony earlier today at the Bavarian Ministry of Arts in Munich, it has been announced that Jakub Hrůša’s contract as Chief Conductor of Bamberg Symphony has been renewed for a further five years through 2026. Since beginning his tenure in 2016,...

Jakub Hrůša Acclaimed for an Outstanding 2017

Jan 15, 2018

Jakub Hrůša has gone from strength to strength in 2017, astounding critics and audiences alike. Hrůša has showcased his prowess and innovation, winning critical acclaim in his Chicago Symphony Orchestra debut back in May. This performance firmly placed him among the...

Jakub Hrůša Named Principal Guest Conductor of the Czech Philharmonic

Oct 16, 2017

Jakub Hrůša has been named Principal Guest Conductor of the Czech Philharmonic. Jakub's tenure will begin his tenure as Principal Guest Conductor from the 2018/19 season. Jakub Hrůša made his debut with the Czech Philharmonic in 2004 when he stepped in at short notice...

Upcoming Concerts

Date	City	Venue	Country
25/06/18	Tokyo	Bamberg Symphony / Tokyo Bunka Kaikan	Japan
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26/06/18	Tokyo	Bamberg Symphony / Suntory Hall	Japan
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29/06/18	Tokyo	Bamberg Symphony / Suntory Hall	Japan
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Time: 8:00pm. Gustav Mahler: “Symphony No. 3 in D minor”