Honoring
Dr. George Zack
Lexington Philharmonic
Music Director Emeritus
& Conductor Laureate
Remembering Dr. George Zack
In July 2026, the Lexington and Kentucky music community learned of the passing of Music Director Emeritus & Conductor Laureate, Dr. George Zack.
Dr. Zack served as Music Director of the Lexington Philharmonic for 37 seasons, shaping the artistic life of our orchestra and our community in ways that continue to resonate today. Generations of musicians performed under his baton, countless audience members discovered the joy of live orchestral music through his leadership, and his vision helped establish the Lexington Philharmonic as the organization we know today.
For many in our community, George was more than a conductor. He was a mentor, colleague, teacher, and friend. His influence extends far beyond the years of his tenure and remains woven into the fabric of this orchestra.
As we celebrate the Lexington Philharmonic's 65th season, we do so standing on the foundation that George helped build over nearly four decades of dedicated service. We are profoundly grateful for his contributions to this organization and to the cultural life of Lexington.
Honoring Dr. Zack’s Legacy
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A Celebration of Life has been organized by family and friends of Dr. George Zack to honor his life and legacy.
The service will be held on Sunday, September 20, from 1:30-3:30PM in Haggin Auditorium at the Mitchell Fine Arts Center on the Transylvania University campus. -
We are deeply grateful to those who have chosen to honor the life and legacy of Dr. George Zack through a gift to the Lexington Philharmonic.
Dr. Zack’s generosity and commitment to our community continue to resonate, and we are humbled to be among the causes he cared about.
Your support in his memory helps sustain the music and connection that meant so much to him, and we extend our sincere thanks for this meaningful tribute.
Gifts can be made at lexphil.org/support.
Celebration of Life
Date
Sunday, September 20
Times
1:30-3:30PM
Venue
Mitchell Fine Arts Center
Haggin Auditorium
300 N. Broadway
Lexington, Kentucky
40507
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