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There may be something unspoken behind it.

Posted by sser2 (A) on April 10, 2007 at 13:14:08

In Reply to: Esa-Pekka Salonon out at the L.A. Phils, to be relieved by... posted by clarkjohnsen on April 9, 2007 at 11:34:35:

I think it is suspicious that orchestrants, without any explicit prompt, vigorously deny any disconnect with Salonen. There is no smoke without fire.

Salonen had great moments with this orchestra, which is documented on recordings. I can name Mahler 3 or Rite of Spring. Of all conductors that I have seen, he was most fun to watch. His body language speaks so much about music that it becomes a part of the performance. He could be a great ballet dancer if he would have chosen. I purposely buy back stage tickets when he conducts to fully enjoy his marvelous work.

But I often had a feeling that what Salonen emanates does not exactly translate into music. That the orchestra did not follow his guidance willingly and happily.

For a great conductor, it is not enough to be a great musician. On top of musicianship, one has to be a prophet, a general, a king. Because LA Phil is a group of high caliber personalities, they need someone of Napoleonic statute, otherwise they would not submit.

I've heard Dudamel this morning on KUSC playing Beethoven 5. With such a workhorse it is hard to say something new, but he said. He is a great musician, no doubt about it. His command over his orchestra (Simon Bolivar Youth) was amazing. Will he be able to convince the LA Phil of his prowess? Time will show, but one thing sure, it will be difficult time for Gustavo Dudamel.

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