The VMO is a non-profit society founded by Maestro Kenneth Hsieh. Since its inception in 2003, the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra has been dedicated to providing superior orchestral mentorship for talented music graduates, helping them move from student to professional. A charming, passionate and compelling presence on the podium, award winning Conductor Kenneth Hsieh has gained widespread attention for his vibrant performances, making him one of the most exciting and versatile young conductors on the international stage. A graduate of both the Royal Conservatory of Music and the University of British Columbia, he completed his post-graduate studies in orchestral conducting in Japan at the prestigious Toho Gakuen School of Music, and Senzoku College of Music on full scholarship. He furthered his conducting studies in Vienna, Austria with Yuji Yuasa, and in masterclass with Seiji Ozawa. He has been the Artistic Director of the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra since 2003. In addition to his many international guest conducting engagements, he has maintained a close relationship with the Hyogo Performing Arts Center Orchestra in Japan, where he has conducted their Subscription, Masterworks, and Education series.
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