Kevin Sütterlin
Conductor & Pedagogue
ABOUT SÜTTERLIN
Kevin Sütterlin is an internationally sought-after conductor and pedagogue.
He belongs to Beyond Artists, a coalition of artists that donates a percentage of their concert fees to organizations they care about.
PHILOSOPHYSütterlin believes in the power of music. To him, music is the most effective tool to bring together people from all backgrounds.
His life’s work is dedicated to building bridges, fostering dialogue, building friendships, and contributing towards a more open and more peaceful world, one note at a time.
PERFORMING & TEACHINGDr. Kevin Sütterlin’s current ensembles and programs:
Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra | Music Director since 2019
Winner of the 2023-24 American Prize, Professional Orchestra Performance
Sinfonietta Memphis | Music Co-Director since 2014
The Sinfonietta Academy for Historically Informed Performance Practice | Co-Director
University of the Pacific Conservatory of Music | Director of Pacific Orchestras
Associate Professor of Conducting, effective July 2026
Concordia College | Director of Orchestral Activities and Opera, 2016-2026
Associate Professor of Instrumental Conducting
The Concordia Orchestra | Conductor
Winner of two EMMY Awards and Winner of the 2018-19 American Prize
Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival | The Phyllis and Richard Duesenberg Endowed Festival Orchestra Director Chair since 2019 (on leave summer 2026)
Orchestral Conducting Fellowship Program | Director
Northern Valley Youth Orchestras | Artistic Director 2016 - July 2026
