[1][2] Past principal conductors of the orchestra have included Claudio Scimone, Muhai Tang, and Lawrence Foster.
In September 2012, the orchestra announced the appointment of Paul McCreesh as its next principal conductor and artistic adviser,[3] with an initial contract of 4 years.
In May 2013, the orchestra named Susanna Mälkki as its next principal guest conductor, with an initial contract of 3 years, effective July 2013.
[7] Viotti stood down as music director in 2021 and now has the title of principal guest conductor with the orchestra.
In November 2022, the orchestra announced the appointment of Hannu Lintu as its next chief conductor, effective with the 2023-2024 season.