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Feb-18-2026 —

Ahead of her February 28 return to  San Francisco Symphony, Mei-Ann Chen speaks with Juliana Tzeng about music. Listen to the interview on the podcast link.

Feb-13-2026 —

Latest recording on Cedille Records featuring Flutronix and Chicago Sinfonietta

https://youtu.be/wYtkL1W_lXc?si=S9AARP0RuUzi_Bki

Feb-6-2026 —

"An internationally renowned conductor known for her energetic podium presence, adventurous programming, and commitment to expanding the symphonic repertoire, Mei-Ann Chen has appeared with orchestras across North America, Europe, and Asia, working with ensembles of widely varying traditions and institutional cultures."

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"Chen’s career reflects a balance between interpretive rigor, institutional leadership, and a forward-looking view of the orchestral field, grounded in a belief that symphonic music remains a vital and evolving art form."

"Chen is diminutive but powerful, with an exacting style of conducting that commands attention"
San Francisco Classical Voice
“Her controlled yet fluid conducting style combined clear cues and beats with sweeping, circular gestures reminiscent of the great maestro Seiji Ozawa.”
The Press Democrat (CA)
“The performance indeed offered a captivating and inspired interpretation.”
Sydsvenskan