Bio

Andrew Altenbach brings an energetic ingenuity to his symphonic and operatic conducting that garners him national attention as a musical leader of his generation. Critically acclaimed for his deep sense of musical style and nuance, Altenbach has conducted a vast repertoire with such companies as Minnesota Opera, Central City Opera, Opera Birmingham, Opera Africa, Milwaukee Opera Theater, Opera on the James, and MassOpera. Recent engagements include the Boston Conservatory Opera program in Valencia, Spain, debuts with the Miami Music Festival and Peninsula Music Festival, and a return to the Lakes Area Music Festival. Altenbach is is Music Director of Opera at the Boston Conservatory and the Brookline Symphony, and serves as Artistic Director of the Minnesota Bach Ensemble.