In this series, we examine various aspects of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, in both modern and historical context. From the players themselves to the legendary conductors, WNYC takes you behind the scenes to discover what makes the BPO one of the world's greatest ensembles. Read the full description.
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Piece Description
To the world, he's known as Sir Simon Rattle. To the Berlin public, he's considered a real "Mench." If you ask the conductor himself, he'd prefer to be known as "just Simon." We go behind the scenes with the Berlin Philharmonic's music director, and hear from his friends and colleagues just what makes this particular maestro so well-respected and loved.
Broadcast History
Aired on WNYC as part of the "Berlin Without Walls" series
