“Part of my big message with all this is that if you are alive, you know all you need to know about the message of classical music, because more than any other music, it is about the way life really is.”
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Michael Tilson Thomas
Michael Tilson Thomas, born on December 21, 1944, is an esteemed conductor. His career began in the 1970s, and he is renowned for his interpretations of modern music and exquisite performances of classical compositions. Thomas has earned a reputation in the music world, serving as music director of orchestras such as the San Francisco Symphony and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. more
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