I actually don't like this term, "classic." It's wrong, but we don't have a better word at the moment.
Esa-Pekka SalonenThis country, and the West Coast, especially, is bad at preserving any cultural legacy.
Esa-Pekka SalonenI like this idea of identification with the local team. I think it's great. That's what an orchestra should be. It's an orchestra for its hometown, and it serves the people.
Esa-Pekka SalonenThis conducting thing happened. In 1983 I was sucked into this international career, which was a very scary experience.
Esa-Pekka Salonen