The Muse in Music - Paul Helfrich on How Orchestras Create a Strong Presence in their Communities

By, Dan Perttu

Please join me as I talk with Paul Helfrich, Executive Director of the Orlando Philharmonic, about what inspires him about his work and how orchestras create a strong presence in their communities. We also take a deep dive into his thoughts on programming music by living composers.

The Muse in Music - Carl Topilow on the Craft of Conducting and Sources of Inspiration

By, Dan Perttu

Please join me as I talk with Carl Topilow, Music Director of the Firelands Symphony and Founding Conductor of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, about the craft of conducting and what inspires him about his work. We also discuss his approach to working with living composers.

The Muse in Music - Diane Wittry on Inspiration and How Living Composers Fit into her Programming

By, Dan Perttu

Please join me as I talk with Diane Wittry, Music Director of the Allentown Symphony and Garden State Philharmonic, about what inspires her in her work. We also talk about her approach to programming new music and what composers need to think about when preparing their music for orchestras. Give this a listen to take advantage of Maestra Wittry's wealth of knowledge in the field!