San Diego, CA—The San Diego Symphony has announced the inaugural cohort of its Conducting Fellowship Program, an initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of orchestral leaders. The seven fellows for the 2025–26 season will receive mentorship from Music and Artistic Director Rafael Payare and conduct performances at Jacobs Music Center, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, and across the region through education and community engagement programs.

San Diego Symphony Announces Inaugural Conducting Fellowship Cohort