With a career spanning more than 20 years as a gifted cello soloist, orchestral musician and now conductor, Umberto Clerici has gained a reputation as an artist of diverse and multifaceted talents. After years of performing on the stages of the world’s most prestigious concert halls, Umberto was Principal Cello of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra from 2014 to 2021. Umberto will commence as Chief Conductor of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra from January 2023.