KD SCHMID welcomes Leo Hussain

KD SCHMID is pleased to welcome conductor Leo Hussain for General Management.

Leo Hussain is a distinguished interpreter of a wide-ranging repertoire and has received critical acclaim for his performances of Mozart, the Second Viennese School, and major 20th-century works. He is Chief Conductor of the George Enescu Philharmonic and regularly collaborates with leading orchestras and opera houses internationally.

“We are happy to welcome Leo Hussain to the KD SCHMID family. Over many years, he has built a distinctive international career in opera and concert repertoire, shaped by musical curiosity, versatility, and a thoughtful artistic approach.” - Christoph Drescher, Managing Director KD SCHMID

During the 2025/26 season, Leo Hussain returned to the Semperoper Dresden, Oper Frankfurt and appeared at the New National Theatre Tokyo as well as Teatro Real Madrid. Upcoming engagements include performances of “Carmen” at the Théâtre du Capitole de Toulouse and a concert at the Salzburger Festspiele.