Sibelius and Mahler

Sibelius and Mahler

Being a one himself, Mahler knew better than to trust conductors to know his intentions. Sibelius, on the other hand, famously said that if a performer needed to ask too many questions, they probably shouldn’t play his music. Think for a moment of Mahler’s “versions”...

Mahler 2 On the Web

  We’re currently assembling an mp3 of highlights from the Oregon East Symphony’s recent Mahler 2 perofmance. Check back on June 7 for a chance to hear how it all turned out....

Final Thoughts Part I

Ask around the industry, and one will hear many different points of view as to what is the most responsible and effective way to build and sustain a symphony orchestra. Many groups have turned to pops programming hoping to generate income and expand their audiences,...

Showtime

My primary impression of the first part of the concert day is fatigue- mentally and physically, I am acutely aware of the fact that I was on the podium for many, many hours yesterday. I’m not a big fan of afternoon concerts- normally I feel like showtime is on me too...