Originally from the USA, Bill Chandler has been immersed in orchestras for over 35 years. A violinist in the Houston Symphony and Associate Concertmaster of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, he has performed throughout the world and appeared on over 300 recordings.

He moved into senior leadership positions at the RSNO, the BBC Concert Orchestra before becoming Director of the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus in 2023 where he leads the Resident Orchestra of the BBC Proms. An active teacher and mentor Bill has guided young musicians and conductors at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the Royal College of Music. A passionate advocate and communicator, Bill is deeply committed to connecting people through the power of music.