Nuvi Mehta was selected from a field of 85 applicants to become the permanent music director of the Nova Vista Symphony, the orchestra's Board of Directors has announced. His first concert in his new post was the Nov. 3, 2002 concert, starting the orchestra's 36th season.

As outreach conductor with the San Diego Symphony, Mehta has been hailed as "Dynamic!" The San Diego Union Tribune calls him "Charming and informative." Music Director of the Alcala Park Symphony from 1993-1996 and Director of the V.O.S.A. Chamber Music Series in San Diego, he has been acclaimed for his audience rapport and his ability to open doors into the world of classical music. Mehta will continue his current activities in the San Diego area.

Concurrent with the Nova Vista appointment, Mehta has been named music director of the Marquette Symphony in Michigan, beginning this season through 2003. Other conducting affiliations have included the Knoxville Symphony and the San Diego Chamber Orchestra. As guest conductor, Mehta has appeared with many orchestras in this country and abroad. He also performs regularly as violin soloist, expanding the repertoire of concerti conducted from the violin.

Mehta's passion for music education carries him into classrooms across the country. He is a regular guest lecturer at the University of San Diego, and heads up the San Diego Chamber Orchestra's In-Schools concerts.