Dudamel: My joy in New York

The incoming MD has given a soft-soap interview to Playbill:

What are your hopes for your season as Music and Artistic Director Designate?

• It is the start of a beautiful journey, filled with powerful new works from some of our great contemporary voices, collaborations with dear friends, and a thoughtful exploration of America during this important [250th] anniversary. I hope that it offers the people of New York a taste of our vision for the future, and that it creates a feeling of excitement for what’s to come.

You said that music is about relationships: Would you share your thoughts about the New York Philharmonic musicians?

• I feel such a deep sense of joy when I play with these musicians. We just have so much fun together, and I think that comes through in our music. Every one of the players in this orchestra has a unique artistic vision, and a singular musical talent, but when we play together it all melds into this extraordinary fusion of sound.

What are your hopes for the future of the New York Philharmonic’s connection with New York City?

• I have always believed that an orchestra must be a part of the soul of the community that surrounds it. We must be a living, breathing part of this amazing city—not just reaching out occasionally, but truly embedding ourselves in the different neighborhoods, cultures, and people that make up this magnificent melting pot. I love New York, and I cannot wait to explore it with the fantastic players of the NY Phil! 

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