Recognized for her innate musicality, compelling presence, and technical precision, conductor Sunny Xuecong Xia’s ability to forge an immediate and captivating connection with orchestras and singers alike has led to engagements around the globe. Xia joined the Seattle Symphony at the beginning of the 2022/2023 season as Douglas F. King Assistant Conductor and was quickly promoted as Associate Conductor. Recently announced as Principal Conductor of the Ozark Music Festival beginning June 2025, her recent and upcoming engagements include the San Francisco Symphony, San Diego Symphony, Seattle Opera, New Jersey Symphony, and Phoenix Symphony in addition to her duties with the Seattle Symphony.