SAN FRANCISCO -- The president of the San Francisco Symphony will be stepping down after her tenure as head the world-renowned organization ends next December.
Nancy Bechtle was only the second woman to lead the symphony. During her presidency, the symphony embarked on a major touring program, traversing the United States eight times and traveling to Europe six times and to Asia three times. The symphony also released more than 40 CDs, even winning three Grammy Awards for its Stravinsky recording during the past season.
"The symphony is stronger than ever before, and the timing of my decision is based on that strength," Bechtle said.
Bechtle plans to remain on the symphony's Board of Governors.
John Goldman will take Bechtle's place, and for the next year, he will work with her, accompanying her to appointments and attending meetings.
Goldman has been with the Board of Governors since 1996.<
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