Principal Flute Joshua Smith explains how performing Janáček’s The Cunning Little Vixen left a lasting mark and why the dragonfly just may be his favorite insect.
Featured Music:
JANÁČEK – The Cunning Little Vixen
(climax of Act II)
The Cleveland Orchestra
Franz Welser-Möst, conductor
Martina Janková, soprano
Jennifer Johnson Cano, mezzo-soprano
Recorded live at Severance Hall in 2014
Viola Player Eliesha Nelson finds strength in Anton Bruckner’s strongly-held belief that good conquers all — at a time when uncertainty troubles many.
Featured Music:
BRUCKNER – Symphony No. 5
The Cleveland Orchestra
Herbert Blomstedt, conductor
Recorded live from Severance Hall in February 2020
Long-tenured violinist Emilio Llinás reflects on his journey from Cuba to Cleveland and shares a perspective shaped by his 52 seasons with The Cleveland Orchestra.
Featured Music:
BEETHOVEN – Symphony No. 9 (“Choral”)
Allegro ma non troppo un poco maestoso
The Cleveland Orchestra
Franz Welser-M...
Assistant Principal Flute and hometown girl Jessica Sindell reflects on her time with the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra, landing her dream job, and the relentless pursuit of imperfection.
Featured Music:
RACHMANINOFF – Piano Concerto No. 3
Allegro ma non tanto
The Cleveland Orchestra
Mat...
