International piano virtuoso Paavali Jumppanen has been appointed as the new Artistic Director of ANAM, commencing in January 2021.

The renowned Finnish pianist, teacher, and musical leader has performed as a soloist with numerous orchestras around the globe, including the Finnish Radio Symphony, the BBC Symphony, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. He has performed solo and chamber music recitals, and taught around the world.

Paavali Jumppanen Source: Anu Jormalainen

Paavali is no stranger to Australia, having toured the country regularly for more than 15 years, and led three creative residencies at ANAM. His collaborative approach, deep respect for the cultural ecosystem of Australia and his drive to contribute to the musical life of Australia and the world is clear. In this interview Paavali begins by telling about ANAM...