Reid and Riege Named A Sponsor of Hartford Symphony Orchestra Music Director Search

Hartford, Conn. — Reid and Riege, P.C., is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra (HSO), in a historic initiative that will help shape the future of one of Connecticut's most respected cultural institutions.

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra is conducting a national search for its next Music Director as Carolyn Kuan concludes her distinguished tenure leading the organization. The search marks a significant moment in the Symphony's history and represents one of the most important arts leadership transitions underway in Connecticut.

As sponsors of the Music Director Search, Reid and Riege is honored to support the Symphony throughout this process and help advance the organization's mission of enriching lives through the power of music.

"We are honored to partner with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra during this pivotal chapter in its history," said Thomas Kasper, President of Reid and Riege. "The Symphony has been an integral part of Connecticut's cultural landscape for generations. This partnership reflects our firm's longstanding commitment to supporting organizations that strengthen our communities and enhance the quality of life throughout our region."

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra recently announced four finalists for the Music Director position. Each candidate will participate in a residency in Hartford, engage with community members and stakeholders, and conduct a Masterworks performance weekend as part of the selection process.

The finalists, and the dates of their Masterworks performances, are:

• Yaniv Dinur – October 23–25, 2026
• Jonathan Taylor Rush – November 20–22, 2026
• Alastair Willis – December 11–13, 2026
• John Morris Russell – February 12–14, 2027

The Music Director Search is expected to attract significant attention from Connecticut's business, nonprofit, civic, and cultural communities as the Symphony evaluates candidates to help lead the organization into its next era.

"Arts organizations like the Hartford Symphony Orchestra play a vital role in bringing people together, inspiring creativity, and contributing to the vibrancy of our communities," said Kasper. "We are proud to support the Symphony during this exciting and important process and look forward to celebrating its future success."

Reid and Riege looks forward to partnering with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra throughout the Music Director Search and supporting one of Connecticut's most treasured cultural institutions as it embarks on its next chapter.

About Reid & Riege, P.C.

Reid & Riege, P.C., founded in 1950, is a full-service law firm with offices in Hartford, Farmington, and New Haven, Connecticut. The firm provides legal counsel to businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals, with practice areas spanning corporate law, litigation, trusts and estates, employee benefits, bankruptcy and insolvency law, real estate, healthcare, and more. Reid & Riege is dedicated to providing clients with personalized service, thoughtful guidance, and effective legal solutions.

About the Hartford Symphony Orchestra

Founded in 1934, the Hartford Symphony Orchestra is Connecticut's premier performing arts organization, presenting classical, pops, educational, and community programs throughout the region. Through its performances and outreach initiatives, the HSO enriches lives and strengthens communities through the transformative power of music.