Sinfonia Cymru announces new orchestral leader

Sinfonia Cymru has appointed the violinist HAIM CHOI as its new orchestral leader.

The 28-year-old, who is part of the award-winning Salomé Quartet, has been performing with Sinfonia Cymru for three years.

She has recently led tours with saxophonist JESS GILLAM and guitarist SEAN SHIBE, and has performed regularly in other Sinfonia Cymru orchestral projects.

The German-born South Korean musician studied at the Yehudi Menuhin School and was awarded a full scholarship to the Royal College of Music.

As Sinfonia Cymru's new leader, Choi will have an input into music choices, programming direction, auditions and talent searches, alongside Creative Associate SIMMY SINGH and the sinfonia's management team.

Choi said: "I’m delighted and honoured to continue my work with Sinfonia Cymru as its new leader, a role that enables me to make music with wonderful friends and colleagues, under the ethos of bringing excellent music to wide audiences.

"I have had a variety of memorable Sinfonia Cymru projects over the past years and look forward to many more eclectic, versatile, and creative collaborations over the next seasons."

CAROLINE TRESS, Chief Executive of Sinfonia Cymru, said that Choi's "extraordinary talent, versatility, and passion for collaborating with like-minded musicians and ensembles of all sizes makes her an ideal fit for Sinfonia Cymru as we embark on our next musical adventures".