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The Essential Series blends the richness of symphonic music with original music by local artists. Go backstage with the artists in this behind-the-scenes interview with Associate Conductor Lee Mills, Seattle blues artist Whitney Mongé, and curator and arranger Andrew Joslyn. 2020–2021 Essential Series Title Sponsor: The John & Ginny Meisenbach Foundation
Conductor Shiyeon Sung aims to offer viewers "comfort and hope" as she leads the orchestra in Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings
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Violinist Rachell Ellen Wong talks about the sounds of nature and celebration throughout Vivaldi's Four Seasons.
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Concertmaster Noah Geller reflects on the impact that Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto has had on his musical journey.
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Violinist Simone Porter grew up in Seattle. In this interview she reflects on the essential role music and art plays in our lives.
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Pianist Inon Barnatan discusses the unique experience of performing as both conductor and soloist.
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Concertmaster Noah Geller discusses performing Shostakovich's Chamber Symphony and Respighi's "The Birds."
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