Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the new music director of The Philadelphia Orchestra, reflects on the special relationship of his storied orchestra with its own city, and his own place in its next chapter.

Alan on Audiences

Jun 1st, 2012 2m 24s

Sometimes the best way to connect to today’s busy, multi-tasking people is to slow down. New York Philharmonic Music Director Alan reflects on the many ways in which live orchestral music fits right into 21st century life.

Alan on Community

May 4th, 2012 4m 38s

Alan , the first native New Yorker to lead the New York Philharmonic, shares his thoughts on his orchestra’s special relationship with New York and its citizens.

Gustavo Dudamel on Community

Apr 6th, 2012 5m 23s

Gustavo Dudamel has traveled far, from his childhood introduction to music in Venezuela’s El Sistema program to becoming music director of the LA Philharmonic. Dudamel shares stories and insights into the power of music to generate personal an

Michael Tilson Thomas on Audiences

Mar 2nd, 2012 2m 51s

Michael Tilson Thomas shares stories on how he has explored new possibilities for orchestras and audiences at the New World Symphony in Miami, and expanded on those concepts in San Francisco and beyond.

Michael Tilson Thomas on Creativity

Feb 3rd, 2012 5m 3s

One of America’s most forward-looking conductors shares his candid thoughts on the creative process, the power of music, and the amazing collaborations that create live classical music experiences for today.

Music Directors Discuss Challenges and Opportunities

Jan 15th, 2012 4m 30s

What are the challenges and opportunities facing American orchestras? Where does the tradition and power of live orchestral music fit into 21st-century life? America’s leading conductors – Michael Tilson Thomas, Gustavo Dudamel, Alan and other

Music Directors and the Orchestra

Jan 6th, 2012 4m 51s

What does it take for a conductor and orchestra to create musical magic together? Michael Tilson Thomas, Gustavo Dudamel, Charles Dutoit and other leaders of American orchestras share their opinions and insights.

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