Support for Orchestras
Conductor Zubin Mehta, music director of the New York Philharmonic, talked about supporting orchestras around the nation through government … read more
Conductor Zubin Mehta, music director of the New York Philharmonic, talked about supporting orchestras around the nation through government programs such as the National Endowment for the Arts as well as through the private and corporate donors. He also spoke briefly about providing more musical education at schools for African Americans. Following his speech, Mr. Mehta responded to written questions from audience members. close
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