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Myron Michailidis: An Orchestra Can Achieve What It Aspires to Through Its Performances

Published January 19, 2026, 06:25
Myron Michailidis: An Orchestra Can Achieve What It Aspires to Through Its Performances

Myron Michailidis, the new Artistic Director of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra, stated in one of his first interviews that taking on the position is both a challenge and an opportunity to contribute to the orchestra's development. He emphasizes the importance of connecting the Orchestra with society through artistic choices that reflect the pulse of the times. He wishes to strengthen the orchestra's international presence and explore the possibility of digitizing works to highlight its artistic identity. He also refers to the need for innovation and expanding the audience, as well as broadening the repertoire without neglecting classical music. Finally, he considers it important to strengthen the orchestra's human resources.