Sensation in the music business: Leo Siberski announces retirement as GMD!

Sensation in the music business: Leo Siberski announces retirement as GMD!

Leo Siberski, who has been general music director at the Plauen-Zwickau Theater since the 2017/18 season, has surprisingly announced his retirement from this position. This news is causing excitement in the music scene, as Siberski is not only known as a talented conductor, but has also played a crucial role in the theater's artistic direction. In particular, the impending loss of 1st Kapellmeister Paul Taubitz raises concerns about the future of the house Free press reported.

Siberski, who has worked with renowned conductors such as Daniel Barenboim and Kent Nagano throughout his career, made his debut at the Semperoper Dresden in 2007. Before he came to Zwickau, he was deputy general music director at the Kiel Theater. He was recognized for his work there between 2011 and 2015 and gained experience in various European cities. His commitment goes beyond the classic concert business, as shown by his focus on crossover and youth projects, which he also does at Plauen-Zwickau Theater has advanced.

The search for a successor

With Siberski's resignation, the position of general music director is now being re-advertised, which is causing further speculation in the music scene. The Plauen-Zwickau Theater is already actively looking for a successor, and the demands are high. The new GMD will not only lead the Clara Schumann Philharmonic, but will also play a key role in the programming. This is also confirmed by the official announcement theater-plauen-zwickau.de was published.

Application materials must be submitted by June 15, 2025, an important date for anyone interested in pursuing this coveted position. The requirements include a completed artistic degree in conducting and extensive experience in the music sector. In addition, a residency requirement in Zwickau is necessary, which illustrates the connection to Robert Schumann's hometown.

A sad farewell

Although the reasons for Siberski's withdrawal are still uncertain, it remains to be seen how this change will affect the artistic landscape at Theater Plauen-Zwickau. The concern about the upcoming changes is palpable, but so is the anticipation of what is to come. Now the theater has to find a new way to continue to delight its audiences and continue the tradition that Siberski helped to shape.

The coming weeks will be crucial, both for the musicians and for the visitors, who appreciate the important role of the general music director at the Plauen-Zwickau Theater. In a time of change, the hope remains that the next GMD has a good hand and properly continues Siberski's legacy.