Andreas Ashikkis
Andreas is a young Cypriot conductor dedicated to bringing orchestral music to life for every audience. He blends his knowledge and passion to deliver inspiring performances.
Highlights of 2025-2026:
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Cyprus Symphony Orchestra
Andreas returns twice to the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra for outreach, family and educational concerts.
In September, he conducted an open-air concert celebrating the 30th anniversary of Austria, Finland and Sweden joining the EU.
In February, he will return to deliver educational and family concerts in collaboration with students from all the music schools of Cyprus. -
Nationale Master Orkestdirectie
Andreas is now completing the prestigious NMO (National Master in Orchestral Conducting), where he is mentored by Jac van Steen, Ed Spanjaard, and Antony Hermus.
He has been assisting orchestras such as the Residentie Orkest, Rotterdam Philharmonic, Belgian National Orchestra, and also serving as cover conductor to Koen Kessels at the Dutch National Ballet (Nutcracker & Romeo and Juliet).
In 2026, he will assist Antony Hermus and the National Youth Orchestra of the Netherlands (NJO), following them on tour across the country.
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Noord Nederlands Orkest
After a successful masterclass & concert with the Noord Nederlands Orkest last season, Andreas returns to collaborate with the established orchestra of the Northern Netherlands.
In May, he will conduct a program with the NNO as part of his graduation, and in June, he will lead a “play-in” concert, where the orchestra sides up with amateur musicians to perform Dvořák 8.
