Vice President and Orchestra General Manager Stephen Millen gives an update on The Philadelphia Orchestra's 2009 Tour of Europe and the Canary Islands, with stories from behind the scenes
Conductor Vladimir Jurowski and musicologist Michael Johns share insights into Mahler's huge cantata Das klagende Lied, performed for the first time by the Orchestra in concerts in early March.
Jim Cotter "visits" Helen Smith, director of media and technology at the Eastman School of Music, and harp student Andrea Mumm, via live Internet2 connection to talk about their recent collaboration with the Orchestra's Internet2 Master Class program.
Violinist Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg explains how her adventures with contemporary and popular styles inform her performance of seasoned concertos, like the Bruch Violin Concerto No. 1, which she performs this week with The Philadelphia Orchestra.
As the Orchestra gears up for its European tour, Jim Cotter learns from another great violinist, Leonidas Kavakos, about the experience of a soloist on tour - the music making, places, and people.
Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Librarian Robert Grossman also shares his stories from previous tours, and the secrets of one of a symphony orchestra's most important roles.
French-Canadian guest conductor Yannick Nezet-Seguin makes his Philadelphia Orchestra debut this weekend, and talks to Jim Cotter about the challenge of leading the Orchestra in repertory central to its tradition, like the Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff masterpieces on his program
Orchestra violinist Davyd Booth spreads some holiday cheer with his memories of another Philadelphia Orchestra tradition: the Glorious Sound Of Christmas
PA State Representative Dwight Evans, the visionary behind the Orchestra’s annual concerts at MLK High School, explains his continued support for this project and its particular relevance in this historic election year, while Philadelphia Orchestra President and CEO James Undercofler gives the Orchestra's own perspective
The Philadelphia Orchestra would like you to note that due to the holiday break, the January episode of Podchestra will be released on January 15, a week later than normal. We wish all our listeners a very happy holiday!
Philadelphia Orchestra cellist Udi Bar-David and renowned Native-American flutist R. Carlos Nakai explain their cross-cultural collaboration through music, which will be featured in the Orchestra's upcoming Family and Access concerts with the Intercultural Journeys ensemble.
Pianist Stewart Goodyear talks to Jim Cotter about his decision to improvise his cadenzas in Mozart concertos, and what this unusual approach brings to the music.
Michael Tilson Thomas, who recently conducted the Orchestra in performances of Mahler's Fifth Symphony, discusses his passion for mentoring young professional musicians, and how new media can enrich their careers.
As part of The Philadelphia Orchestra's celebrations this week for Krzysztof Penderecki's 75th birthday, Chief Conductor and Artistic Adviser Charles Dutoit and Orchestra cellist John Koen discuss the music of Penderecki and his long relationship with the Orchestra
Concertmaster David Kim shares his thoughts on his 10th anniversary with the Orchestra, including his favorite stories and what he has learned from the experience
Ayden Adler, director of Education and Community Partnerships, tells us how a generous donation from the pianist and singer-songwriter Billy Joel has enabled The Philadelphia Orchestra to bring local schoolchildren closer to its music.
Philadelphia Orchestra President and CEO James Undercofler looks forward to the opening of the 2008-09 season, Charles Dutoit's first in his new role as chief conductor and artistic adviser, and tells us what audiences can expect.
Orchestra Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations J. Edward Cambron discusses the new eZseat membership program, which allows concertgoers to select their seats, purchase tickets, and even print out their tickets at home.
Elisabeth Madeja, marketing manager, audience development, talks about the exciting new student membership program eZseatU, which kicks off with a free college student performance on Thursday, September 25, 2008.
Organist Peter Richard Conte shares his thoughts about an upcoming appearance with the Orchestra in a special concert celebrating Macy's 150th anniversary at Macy's Center City Philadelphia store: the home of the Wanamaker Organ.
Duration: 15:28
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