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Hilde Limondjian (1936–2026) was born in Turkey and later became a naturalized American citizen, building a career that blended her cultural heritage with a passion for the performing arts. In 1969 she joined the Metropolitan Museum of Art as the General Manager of Concerts and Lectures, a position she held until 2010, overseeing more than forty years of programming.

During her tenure, Limondjian curated an expansive range of concerts, lectures, and musical events that brought together classical, contemporary, and world music traditions, significantly raising the museum’s profile as a cultural hub. She was credited with introducing emerging artists to New York audiences and forging partnerships with leading orchestras and cultural institutions worldwide.

Her leadership helped shape the Met’s reputation for innovative and inclusive programming, and she mentored a generation of arts administrators. Limondjian’s contributions were widely recognized within the arts community, and she remained an influential figure in concert planning and cultural diplomacy until her death at age 89.