Lakeland Symphony Orchestra announced Jason Thomas Aylward (DMA ’24, Trumpet) as Interim Music Director.
Aylward has been an integral part of the LSO’s artistic leadership in recent months, providing musical continuity, insight, and expertise during a transitional period. He appeared on the podium this past October conducting the 5th grade School Day Enrichment concerts and returns in March to lead the Cookie Concert, additional School Day performances, and the next Masterworks concert—Rhapsody and Radiance, featuring internationally-acclaimed pianist and guest artist, Young-Ah Tak. Aylward will then help close out the LSO’s season with the April 4th performance, Defying Gravity: Bewitching Broadway.
Aylward will serve in the Interim Music Director role for an 18-month term. During this time, artistic planning for the LSO’s 61st season is actively underway.