Andrew Gekoskie
Orchestral and Instrumental Conducting | Faculty, The Global Conservatory
Andrew Gekoskie is an accomplished conductor and educator with over 30 years of experience in orchestral leadership and instrumental music education. Holding a Bachelor of Music and extensive graduate studies at The Juilliard School, The Hartt School, Shenandoah Conservatory, Duquesne University, and Boston University, he brings deep musical insight and a lifelong dedication to artistic excellence. As Music Director and Artistic Director of the Orchestra X Project in South Florida, he is a passionate advocate for contemporary music, premiering works by composers such as Steven Bryant and Arturo Rodríguez. He made his Carnegie Hall debut in 2003 and will return in 2026, marking another milestone in his distinguished career.
- Over 30 years of teaching and conducting experience
- Music Director and Artistic Director of Orchestra X Project (South Florida)
- Premiered new works by Steven Bryant and Arturo Rodríguez
- Guest conductor with ensembles including The Butler Symphony, Utah All-State Philharmonic, and The Minnesota Youth Orchestra
- Director of Instrumental Music Initiatives for Harmony Tours and Choirs of America
- Artistic Director for Harmony Honors Festivals, including the Harmony Honors Invitational at Carnegie Hall
- Dedicated educator guiding advanced, pre-professional, and professional musicians through structured and creative learning
