Athens State Orchestra

Founded in the late 19th century as the Athens Conservatoire Symphony Orchestra, the Athens State Orchestra is the oldest symphonic ensemble in Greece. Since its official founding in 1943, it has played a leading role in the country’s musical life, performing masterpieces of the global repertoire while promoting Greek composers.

In addition to more than fifty annual concerts in Greece and abroad, the orchestra also engages in equally important educational and public relations work. Renowned conductors and soloists—including Strauss, Mitropoulos, Rostropovich, Argerich, and Kavakos—have graced its stage.

Since October 2020, Lukas Karytinos has been the musical director.

Picture: Margarita Nikitaki