American conductor Kyle Dickson is celebrated for his inspiring presence on the podium. In 2023, he was appointed Assistant Conductor of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Conductor of the Memphis Symphony Youth Orchestra. A recipient of the 2021 Grant Park Music Festival Advocate for Arts Award and the Concert Artists Guild's Richard S. Weinert Award, Dickson also served as a Salonen Conducting Fellow with the San Francisco Symphony from 2021 to 2023. His recent accolades include the Weissberg Prize and the 2024 Spirit of Detroit Award for his innovative series, MUSIC REPRESENT. As a guest conductor, he has collaborated with esteemed ensembles such as the San Francisco Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, and Detroit Symphony.