The first female violinist to hold a first concertmaster role in the ensemble’s history, Vineta Sareika says ‘being part of this particular orchestra is not the path I’d like to continue on in the future’
The Berlin Philharmonic’s first concertmaster Vineta Sareika has announced that she will leave the orchestra, with her final concerts occuring in February 2025.
The Latvian violinist was appointed to the first violins in May 2022, before being appointed first concertmaster in February 2023. Her appointment marked the first time a female violinist held the concertmaster position in the orchestra’s history.
‘After three enriching and exciting years with the Berlin Philharmonic I have made the decision to leave the orchestra,’ Sareika said on social media.
‘It has been an honour for me to serve as its first ever woman concertmaster and I am truly grateful for this unique life experience, fantastic concerts and inspiring encounters.
‘One of the many valuable learnings during the past years however is that being part of this particular orchestra is not the path I’d like to continue on in the future. I wish the orchestra the best of luck finding a fantastic new colleague for this position, I am at the same time looking forward to the next chapter of my personal musical journey.’
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