Artistic Leadership
The NSO’s 94th season is its 8th under the leadership of Music Director Gianandrea Noseda. The Orchestra’s artistic leadership also includes Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke and Artistic Advisor Ben Folds.
About the NSO
Explore our rich history, get to know our musicians, meet today's leadership, and find out how you can get involved.
Meet the Orchestra
Meet the Orchestra
Get to know the musicians of The National Symphony Orchestra under the leadership of Music Director Gianandrea Noseda.
Meet the Orchestra
Get to know the musicians of The National Symphony Orchestra under the leadership of Music Director Gianandrea Noseda.
Meet the NSO’s Executive Director
Jean Davidson became the National Symphony Orchestra’s Executive Director spring 2023. Watch her video introduction and get to know her background and thoughts about our bright future.
Meet the NSO’s Executive Director
Jean Davidson became the National Symphony Orchestra’s Executive Director spring 2023. Watch her video introduction and get to know her background and thoughts about our bright future.
Social Impact Quote
"For far too long, classical music has been a lens used to uphold the social systems in which it was written instead of as a canvas to explore and contextualize the present. We have several programs designed to address this issue and are committed to the active dedication and reframing required to be a truly anti-racist institution at every level."
The 2024–2025 season marks the National Symphony Orchestra’s 94th, and Gianandrea Noseda’s 8th as its music director. The Italian conductor serves as the Orchestra’s seventh music director, joining the NSO’s legacy of such distinguished leaders as Christoph Eschenbach, Leonard Slatkin, Mstislav Rostropovich, Antal Dorati, Howard Mitchell, and Hans Kindler. The Orchestra’s artistic leadership also includes Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke and Artistic Advisor Ben Folds.
Leadership, Administration, and Governance
Administration
See the National Symphony Orchestra staff and supporting Kennedy Center departments.
Board of Directors
The NSO Board is the governing body of the National Symphony Orchestra and helps to direct and carry out the artistic mission of the NSO.
National Trustees
Providing financial support for the Orchestra's education programs, projects, and national and international touring programs.