Esa-Pekka Salonen on Bruckner: The Memories

2,191 views · Published 7 September 2018 · 1:53 · Indexed 29 September 2026

Channel: Philharmonia Orchestra · 2018 · Music

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“Maybe I should become a musician, if music can be like this”
 
Esa-Pekka Salonen shares the touching story of how hearing Bruckner on the radio inspired him to pursue a career in music. Hear him bring that personal connection to the concert stage as he conducts Bruckner’s Sixth (27 Sep) and Seventh (30 Sep) symphonies live at Southbank Centre:

https://www.philharmonia.co.uk/concerts/1819opening

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