I knew I could never match my father as a violinist, and there were already four generations of outstanding cellists in the family.

I knew I could never match my father as a violinist, and there were already four generations of outstanding cellists in the family.

The role of an orchestra in the 21st century isn't just playing, it's about developing future audiences and performers.

I'm beginning to see that just knowing the piece is not enough. Having a clear technique is not enough. Having a broad repertory is not enough. I want desperately to get past all those things.

There is no 'perfect' in music. If I ever came off the stage and felt it could not be better, it would then be time to quit.

The conductor is the artistic leader and sometimes cultural arbiter of his or her community. It is their leadership that is looked to and should anything go wrong, they are the persons taking most of the heat.

People know Detroit for the cars, but the suburban areas of the city are really beautiful. It's much more inhabitable than people think. Many believe it's like Berlin at the end of World War II.