8 episodes
interMISSION @ the CSO Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association
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4.9 • 44 Ratings
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra musicians in behind-the-scenes conversations about what it takes to make this one of the world’s greatest orchestras.
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Built to Last
Learn the origin of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s high musical standards, as the story of the CSO’s founding is told by host John Hagstrom and Frank Villella, director of the CSO’s Rosenthal Archives. Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association President Jeff Alexander also shares his perspective, and several current and former CSO musicians speak about maintaining and building the orchestra’s standards of excellence.
InterMISSION @ the CSO is produced by CSO trumpet John Hagstrom and sound editor/mixer Rich Sigler. -
Community Effort
Six CSO musicians describe the power of sharing music with audiences of all ages, while working with a commitment for unified impact. As they also anticipate the return of live concerts again, each also describes the timeless power of the orchestra to connect with listeners.
InterMISSION @ the CSO is produced by CSO trumpet John Hagstrom and sound editor/mixer Rich Sigler. -
Team Player
Larry Neuman has been a violist in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 1991. He reveals how CSO musicians work together to create the Orchestra’s unified sound, and tells the story of overcoming his self doubt as a student to become a professional musician.
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Little Giant
Jennifer Gunn has played flute and piccolo as a Chicago Symphony Orchestra member since 2005. She shares her dramatic story of auditioning for the CSO and anticipates the return to live CSO concerts.
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Risks and Rewards
Several CSO musicians explain musical challenges and their solutions
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Second Thoughts
James Smelser has served as second horn in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 2000. He shares memories and lessons learned from his long experience.
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InterMISSION @ the CSO: Worth It!
interMISSION @ the CSO is truly a “worth it” for seasoned connoisseurs of classical music and fans of the CSO - but more importantly, this podcast is so warm and welcoming to anyone for whom classical music may seem overwhelming and inaccessible. The personal stories of the CSO musicians and their struggles and triumphs navigating the world of classical music is interwoven so beautifully with excellently curated excepts from CSO’s incredible recording catalog. John Hagstrom is a gifted interviewer, and the genuine regard he feels for his colleagues creates great chemistry and connection within each episode.
A delight to experience and share with all that love music - thank you for creating this content for all to enjoy.
CSO interMISSION
CSO interMISSION is an outstanding series, with very interesting “insider information” of what it is to play in one of the greatest orchestras in the world. John Hagstrom, the series’ articulate and engaging host, interacts with CSO musicians on a variety of pertinent topics. The programs are expertly curated, and include inspiring audio excerpts of the orchestra. As an educator, I see this series as not only interesting to the concert-going public, but also being quite valuable to aspiring young musicians.