Dawid Runtz becomes chief conductor in Liechtenstein
The Liechtenstein Symphony Orchestra will be led by Dawid Runtz as Chief Conductor in the 2026 season.
Founded in 1988, the Liechtenstein Symphony Orchestra represents the Principality of Liechtenstein as a cultural location through guest performances and concert tours - in 2025 at the Vienna Konzerthaus and in 2026 at the Ludwig van Beethoven Easter Festival. It has worked with conductors such as Riccardo Chailly, Lawrence Foster, Kevin John Edusei and John Axelrod. In collaboration with the Liechtenstein Academy of Music, it regularly promotes young talent.
Born in Poland, 33-year-old Dawid Runtz was Principal Conductor at the Royal Opera in Poland from 2017 to 2025 and has been Chief Conductor of the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra since 2021.
