The Tso Podcast

Itzhak Perlman joins Music Director Peter Oundjian for an intimate backstage conversation. Plus, TSO Managing Editor, Musicologist Hannah Chan-Hartley on the new program book.

TSO Music Director speaks with legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman - Perlman will be joining the symphony for their Opening Night performance. Plus, Joel Ivany, Founder and Artistic Director for the Against the Grain Theatre, stops by to talk about his semi-staging of Mozart's Requiem.

TSO President & CEO Jeff Melanson speaks with Polaris Founder and CEO Steve Jordan about the TSO’s latest partnership announcement. Plus, Mayor Tory’s Arts Advocate, Councillor John Filion.

TIFF Artistic Director Cameron Bailey on what makes a great film score. Plus, Principal Trombone Gordon Wolfe tells a story of backstage shenanigans.

Principal Viola Teng Li shares her best viola joke story. Plus, University of Toronto Faculty of Music Dean Don McLean stops by for a chat with TSO President & CEO Jeff Melanson.

New Ontario Arts Council Chair Rita Davies talks about building a culturally vibrant Ontario. Plus, a chance to get to know Sunday Night with the TSO co-host Kathleen Kajioka.

Chief Planner of the City of Toronto Jennifer Keesmaat talks about how we can plan for a more culturally vibrant city. But first, TSO Musicians explain why they can’t wait for the season to start.

An introduction to TSO Futurist-in-Residence Sanjay Khanna. Plus, we check in on George Benjamin and Chris Paul Harman at the 2015 New Creations Festival.

Peter Oundjian joins us to discuss The Decades Project. But first, TSO Musicians on performing Mahler.

When the TSO season comes to an end at Roy Thomson Hall, TSO Musicians disperse around the world to perform and teach. Also, Douglas McNabney joins us to discuss this year’s Toronto Summer Music Festival.

What does it take to become the most innovative orchestra in the world? Music Director Peter Oundjian joins President & CEO Jeff Melanson for a discussion. Plus, Principal Viola Teng Li stops by to discuss her latest recording.

TSO Bassoon Sam Banks visits McMaster University’s high-tech LIVElab, to find out about where music meets science. Plus: TSO Principal Bassoon Michael Sweeney joins Jeff and Kathleen to tell the fascinating story behind his brand new instrument.

TSO Musicians weigh in on season highlights. Plus, Jeff and Kathleen chat with Royal Conservatory of Music President Peter Simon.   Music courtesy of Naxos of America, Inc.

TSO Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke shares stories from his friendship with composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz. Plus, TSO Concertmaster Jonathan Crow describes the thought behind The TSO Chamber Soloists.

RBC Resident Conductor Earl Lee discusses his transition from cellist to conductor. Plus, TSVC's Kathy Buckworth shares information about this year's Fine Wine Charity Auction.

It's a question we get asked a lot: what exactly does a conductor do? We posed the question to several TSO musicians, and it turns out the answer is a little bit mysterious. Also on the program: TSO Principal Trombone Gordon Wolfe joins TSO President & CEO Jeff Melanson to share an exciting recording project he's been working on for years.

From the Victorian buildings of Cabbagetown to the weather-predicting Canada Life Building, Sir Andrew Davis shares what he loves most about Toronto. Plus, The Royal Conservatory’s Elaine Rusk drops by to discuss the new Celebration Series.

Music Director Peter Oundjian sits down for an intimate backstage conversation with Yo-Yo Ma this week, and Principal Trombone Gordon Wolfe describes life in the brass section. There may be hijinks… 

Following TSO's tour to Ottawa and Montreal this week, we catch up with Production Manager Chris Walroth to discuss the challenges of touring with an orchestra. But first, TSO Musicians thank their mothers.