Andris Nelsons with Boston Symphony Orchestra, Yo-Yo Ma, and more

Founded in 1881, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, supported by banker Henry Lee Higginson, is a pillar of U.S. orchestral culture. Its legendary recordings, especially on RCA Victor, benefit from Boston's Symphony Hall acoustics. Known for premieres of works by Stravinsky and Bartók, it has been led by conductors Monteux, Koussevitsky, and Ozawa. It also has ties with Tanglewood Music Festival and contributed to film scores like Spielberg's "Schindler's List" and "Saving Private Ryan" with John Williams.

Andris Nelsons, Music Director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Gewandhauskapellmeister in Leipzig, is a two-time Grammy winner renowned for innovative conducting, particularly in Bruckner’s symphonies.

Born in Paris, Yo-Yo Ma is a celebrated cellist renowned for his technical skill and emotive interpretations. Known for classical and cross-genre music, he gained fame with Bach's Cello Suites and collaborations with Bobby McFerrin and the Silk Road Ensemble. He has won 18 Grammys and worked with artists like Emanuel Ax and Chris Thile.