Behind the Baton: Why Classical Music Was Never Boring with Robert Emery

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This week on Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas sits down with Robert Emery,  world-renowned conductor, pianist, and Founder of The Arts Group, one of the UK’s most dynamic entertainment companies. From childhood prodigy to international maestro, Robert brings a refreshing, fun, and deeply human perspective on classical music, creativity, and the colorful personalities behind history’s greatest composers.

In This Episode:

• Why classical music was once the “pop music” of its time
• Surprising connections between country, rock, and opera
• Robert’s bold journey from a 7-year-old pianist to global conductor and entrepreneur
• What conductors really do and the leadership lessons they offer
• Wild, unforgettable stories about legends like Liszt and Mozart
• How classical themes show up everywhere, from film scores to cartoons
• Robert’s drive to keep innovating through conducting, musicals, and TED’s List for online music education

This episode is sponsored by:

 Reed Animal Hospital (Be sure to tell them Gary sent you!) 

Bio:

Robert Emery is a conductor, pianist, and serial entrepreneur. He is lucky enough to travel the world; ranging from performances in London's Royal Albert Hall, through to the Sydney Opera House, Robert has seen them all. Besides music, he is the Founder & Director of The Arts Group, one of the most diverse entertainment companies in the UK. Within the portfolio is a national music tuition agency, symphony orchestra, choir, artist agency, record label, and production company. Aside from that, he lives in London and Cambridge, has a wife (Mrs. E), a toddler (Master T), a baby (Master A), and 4 cats.

Website: https://robertemery.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/robertemeryofficial

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertemeryofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertemeryofficial/

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