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CHIEF CONDUCTOR AND
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Ludwig Carrasco began his tenure as Chief Conductor and Artistic Director of the National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico in January 2023. Previously, he held the same position with the Bellas Artes Chamber Orchestra (Mexico), the Queretaro Philharmonic Orchestra (Mexico), and the Sinfonietta Prometeo (United States). Throughout his career, he has distinguished himself for his interpretations of the major works of the repertoire, as well as for his commitment to diversity and inclusion in musical programming.
Born in Morelia (Mexico), Ludwig Carrasco is equally at home in the symphonic and scenic repertoire (opera and ballet), as well as multidisciplinary projects. He is also an avid promoter of new music, collaborating closely with leading composers as well as conducting the world premieres of 180 works and performing more than 120 national premieres.
As a conductor and violinist, he has presented concerts in 32 countries in America, Asia and Europe, performing in renowned concert halls and international festivals.
CALENDAR
JANUARY 16
Sala Koncertowa, Łódź (PL)
Arthur Rubinstein Łódź Philharmonic
Joanna Motulewicz, mezzosoprano
Ponce – Ferial
Castro – Intermezzo from the opera Atzimba
Villanueva – Ritual
Falla – Suite from Love, the Magician
FEBRUARY 01
Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico City (MX)
Orquesta y Coro del Teatro de Bellas Artes
Abdiel Vázquez, piano
Britten – Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes, op. 33a
Beethoven – Leonore Overture no. 3, op. 72b
Beethoven – Choral Fantasy, op. 80
NEWS
Summary of the year 2025
December 31, 2025
Throughout the year, conductor Ludwig Carrasco led 56 performances in which 113 works were performed, 40 of which were by Mexican composers. The artistic activity included 11 world premieres, 10 national premieres, as well as the revival of 6 works from the repertoire and the premiere of 8 new editions, reflecting a diverse program committed to musical creation and dissemination.
Among the many memorable moments of the season were performances such as Till Eulenspiegel with the Bogotá Philharmonic, as well as Mahler's Sixth Symphony and Weinberg's Third with the National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico. In addition, there were the “Relaxed Performances,” a particularly significant initiative that reaffirmed the interest in expanding access, inclusion, and the audience experience at symphonic concerts.
The National Symphony Orchestra closes 2025 with positive results
December 19, 2025
The National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico, under the artistic direction of Ludwig Carrasco, presented 67 concerts during the year, achieving an average attendance of 92%, a slight increase compared to 2024. This result confirms the sustained interest of the public and the consolidation of the OSN's programming as one of the most popular cultural offerings.
Likewise, on numerous occasions, performances were sold out, reflecting the growing response from attendees and the positive impact of the activities carried out. These occupancy levels reaffirm the bond with the public and the reach achieved by the season as a whole.
"This work [Marches of grief and anger by Arturo Márquez] had a very successful interpretation, with an outstanding construction of tension, which ends up overflowing, through a good management of nuances and variations of tempi very well commanded by the guest conductor. "
Bachtrack
"Ligeti’s work [Le Grand Macabre] is indeed a difficult task and the requirements for the orchestra and performers are very high. Luckily, the Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra of the University, under the musical direction of Ludwig Carrasco, was adequate for this work and he achieved positive results via the control of orchestra, good management of tempi and excellent coordination with the singers."
Operawire
"With a sold-out crowd theater, Ludwig Carrasco lifted the baton for the last time [...]. At the end, and with great emotion, the more than one thousand and two hundred spectators bade farewell with a standing ovation and enthusiastic clapping to the current conductor of the Orquesta de Cámara de Bellas Artes."
Querétaro Diary