Urbański's contract in Bern is extended until 2032

Krzysztof Urbański has been Chief Conductor of the Bern Symphony Orchestra since the 2025/26 season. He is also Music Director and Artistic Director of the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra and has been Principal Guest Conductor of the Orchestra della Svizzera Italiana since 2022.

Under the direction of Urbański, the Bern Symphony Orchestra has continuously expanded its artistic and thematic range, the ensemble writes in its press release. Well-known works from the late Romantic repertoire are juxtaposed with combined rediscoveries and new discoveries as well as exciting works from classical modernism and the present day. In addition, the orchestra will continue to expand its international touring activities together with Krzysztof Urbański in the coming seasons.