Principal timpanist Brian Jones (Dr. Eugene & Charlotte Bonelli Chair) describes the fickle nature of the timpani and reminisces about his time cross-training in different genres during his studies at the University of North Texas.
Read More Principal Tuba Matt Good (Dot & Paul Mason Chair) is an avid record collector. In this episode, he shares how his favorite LPs have shaped his passion for music and inspired his approach to tuba playing.
Read More Trumpet player Kevin Finamore celebrates the friendships of the DSO trumpet section and the joy of performing Beethoven’s Ninth.
Read More Flutist Kara Kirkendoll Welch shares the joy of winning a job in her hometown symphony orchestra and “getting the wiggles out” with her young daughter.
Read More Associate principal librarian Mark Wilson reflects on the memories of his favorite music and reveals the intricacies of working in an orchestra library.
Read More Bassist Brian Perry sheds light on the mysteries of the double bass and the transformative experience of summer music festivals.
Read More Violist David Sywak waxes poetic about his favorite Dallas baked goods and offers insight into the intriguing world of bows.
Read More Principal harpist Emily Levin previews her upcoming performance of the Ginastera Harp Concerto with the DSO and celebrates the magic of a well planned dinner party.
Read More Associate Principal Cello Theodore Harvey (Holly & Tom Mayer Chair) shares his knowledge of all things royal and reflects on the nostalgia of his favorite music.
Read More Principal Trombone Barry Hearn (Cece & Ford Lacy Chair) interweaves his favorite music with his life story, from small town Texas, to the East Coast, and coming back to the Lone Star State.
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