Biz news: Askonas steps in to seal Yuja deal

We reported a week ago that Yuja Wang had found a new global agent at Opus3 in NY and Chicago.

Today, Opus3’s UK wing Askonas Holt rounded out the deal.

Here’s what they say:

Yuja Wang signs
general management to
Askonas Holt and Opus 3 Artists

Yuja will be managed by both Donagh Collins, Chief Executive of Askonas Holt and Opus 3 Artists and Phillippa Cole, recently appointed Senior Vice President at Opus 3. Donagh comments, “Yuja is a superstar. She’s an inspirational artist with a dynamic personality, she’s passionate, sensitive and kind. I’ve worked alongside Yuja for over ten years. I’ve always enjoyed being with her, and it’s such a delight that she has decided to join our roster. And I’m so pleased to be working with Phillippa again – and for such a great artist. It’s just like when we worked together for Simon Rattle and Michael Tilson Thomas some years ago…it’s a dream come true!”

Of the partnership, Yuja said, “I wanted to find a management team which will be creative and perceptive, with people who understand and encourage my ambition, overseeing my career whilst remaining attentive to the detail. I’ve known Donagh and Phillippa for many years, and I’m thrilled to work more closely with them both. It’s wonderful to come home to Opus 3 Artists, and to be with Askonas Holt! I can’t wait for this next chapter to begin!”

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