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On the Record with the DSO: Brian Jones

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.

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On the Record with the DSO: Matt Good

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.

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On the Record with the DSO: Kevin Finamore

Trumpet player Kevin Finamore celebrates the friendships of the DSO trumpet section and the joy of performing Beethoven’s Ninth.

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On the Record with the DSO: Kara Kirkendoll Welch

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.

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On the Record with the DSO: Mark Wilson

Associate principal librarian Mark Wilson reflects on the memories of his favorite music and reveals the intricacies of working in an orchestra library.

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On the Record with the DSO: Brian Perry

Bassist Brian Perry sheds light on the mysteries of the double bass and the transformative experience of summer music festivals.

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On the Record with the DSO: David Sywak

Violist David Sywak waxes poetic about his favorite Dallas baked goods and offers insight into the intriguing world of bows.

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On the Record with the DSO: Emily Levin

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.

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On the Record with the DSO: Theodore Harvey

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.

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On the Record with the DSO: Barry Hearn

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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On the Record with the DSO: Lydia Umlauf

Violinist Lydia Umlauf describes taking the violin outside of the Meyerson to explore alternative concert experiences and find new audiences in exciting venues.

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On the Record with the DSO: Steve Ahearn

Sarah Kienle speaks with DSO clarinet Steve Ahearn about life away from the stage, the intricacies of Brahms and Mahler, and sharing Frozen and Rameau with his three-year-old.

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On the Record with the DSO: Diane Kitzman

For this episode, Sarah speaks with Principal Violin Diane Kitzman about her time with the orchestra (since 1981!), her incredible sense of style and her award for Best Actress at Interlochen.

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On the Record with the DSO: Haley Hoops

Second horn Haley Hoops (Becky & Brad Todd Chair) compares performing and athletic competition, and explains why composers and listeners love the French horn.

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On the Record with the DSO: Ted Soluri

Principal Bassoon Ted Soluri (Irene H. Wadel & Robert I. Atha, Jr. Chair) details how his love of opera came to be and how vocalists have affected his musicianship. We also talk about musicals, Madonna, and how working at Disneyworld was one of the best jobs he ever had.

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