The complete Michael Tilson Thomas: A Q&A

On the eve of his 20th season as music director and conductor of the San Francisco Symphony, Michael Tilson Thomas discussed his life, his philosophy of performing and his plans for the upcoming landmark season. In a 90-minute conversation at his home, he touched on 1,000 years of classical music history, paying special attention to Beethoven and Schumann and leaping from Wagner to Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys in a single sentence. The symphony's 20th season launches Sept. 3 with an Opening Ni...

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