The Owensboro Symphony’s Governing Board of Directors has unanimously approved a three-year contract extension for Music Director and Conductor Troy Quinn, ensuring his leadership through the 2031–32 season. This marks the fourth consecutive three-year extension to Quinn’s original agreement, which had been set to end after the 2028–29 season.
“After eight incredible seasons with the Owensboro Symphony, I am truly honored and grateful that the board has chosen to extend my contract again,” Quinn said. “From the very beginning, Owensboro welcomed me with open arms, and over the years, this community has become a second home. The musicians, staff, and audiences here are exceptional, and the support we’ve received has allowed us to grow artistically and reach new heights together. I’m excited about what the future holds and look forward to continuing this journey as we approach the Symphony’s 60th anniversary and beyond.”
Quinn, who is based in Los Angeles, also serves as Music Director of the Venice Symphony in Florida and the Santa Monica Symphony in California. He is Pops Conductor for both the Santa Rosa Symphony in California and the Rhode Island Philharmonic, and he teaches conducting at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music.
In addition to conducting major orchestras such as the Boston Pops, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic, and Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Quinn is an accomplished vocalist, having performed and recorded with artists including The Rolling Stones, Cypress Hill, Nas, The Beach Boys, The Indigo Girls, Barry Manilow, Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson.
Notable highlights for Quinn with the orchestra include an Emmy Award nomination, a performance with The Beach Boys at the Beaver Dam Amphitheater, and a guest appearance on New Year’s Eve with the Boston Pops. Under his leadership, the Symphony has implemented significant pay increases for its musicians, underscoring its commitment to both artistic talent and sustainability, a release said.
“Troy brings an incredible energy, vision, and a relentless drive toward excellence in all that he does,” said Gwyn Payne, Chief Executive Officer of the Owensboro Symphony. “His leadership has not only elevated the artistic quality of our performances, but also deepened our connection with the community and broadened our reach far beyond Owensboro. He has a remarkable ability to inspire both our musicians and our audiences, and his passion for this work is evident in every performance. As we look ahead to the Symphony’s 60th anniversary, I’m filled with excitement and gratitude to continue this journey with Troy at the helm. The future is bright, and I believe the best is yet to come.”
With the new agreement in place, the Owensboro Symphony says it remains dedicated to bold artistic vision and meaningful community engagement, ready to build on its momentum with Quinn’s leadership for years to come.
