Sir James MacMillan (pic) has been named Composer in Residence next season at the Dresden Philharmonie, where the chief conductor is Sir Donald Runnicles. Among the works to be performed is MacMillan’s fourth symphony, dedicated to Runnicles.
Season programme here.
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