Between 2 Stands

Between 2 Stands

Detroit Symphony Orchestra musicians Andrés Pichardo-Rosenthal (Assist. Principal Percussion), Scott Strong (horn), and Abe Feder (Assist. Principal Cello) bring us behind the scenes of the DSO with exclusive musician interviews, games, and discussions.

Episodes

December 5, 2023 30 mins
The guys chat with Bass Trombone Adam Rainey about his path from aspiring doctor with a bad high range to the player we know today.
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On this episode of Between 2 Stands, the guys chat with pianist Alexandra Dariescu about how to listen to new compositions and how some of our favorite classical pieces weren't always so celebrated. Hear Alexandra perform the world premiere of "Shades of Unbroken Dreams" on the next Live from Orchestra Hall Webcast on November 11, 2023 and on DSO Replay following the concert.
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On the season 5 premiere, the guys chat with composer Arlene Sierra about her new symphony Kiskadee before it's world premiere with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in the fall of 2023. Although it is inspired by sounds of nature, there are no cartoon birds flying around.
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On the season 4 finale, the guys chat with newly tenured DSO cellist Cole Randolph on his journey with the DSO from being a high school student torn between playing in orchestra and the basketball team, to choosing a career in music, to landing the DSO African American Fellowship position, to winning the audition, to finally becoming a full orchestra member. The guys also challenge him to a game of music history.
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The guys chat wtih composer Carlos Simon before the world premiere of Troubled Water for Trombone and Orchestra May 5-7, 2023.
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The guys chat with violinist Anne Akiko Meyers about her musical inspirations and being a supporter of new compositions.
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On this special episode of Between 2 Stands, the guys speak with clarinetist Anthony McGill before he premieres the new Anthony Davis work "You Have the Right to Remain Silent" at the 2023 DSO Classical Roots concert.
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The guys chat with saxophonist Jess Gillam before the world premiere of "Glasslands" a classical saxophone concerto by Anna Clyne February 18 and 19 with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.
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The guys chat with Andre Dowell, Chief of Artist Engagement of the Sphinx Organization. Focused on increasing representation of Black and Latinx artists in classical music and recognizing excellence, Sphinx programs serve beginner students to seasoned classical music professionals, as well as cultural entrepreneurs and administrators.
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The guys chat with composer Tania León about her artistic process and the DSO premiere of her new Co-commission, Pasajes December 9 - 11, 2022
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The guys chat with mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges who will be performing alongside Janai Brugger November 11-13 for Mahler's "Resurrection" Symphony.
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In the season 4 premiere, the guys chat with new Concertmaster Robyn Bollinger and Cello Soloist Kian Soltani.
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The guys chat with Detroit Harmony Director Damien Crutcher and leader of the Kris Johnson Quartet, CYE alum, and educator Kris Johnson about getting kids involved with music.
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The guys chat with Principal Oboe Sarah Lewis about marching band, camper vans, and Baby Shark
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The guys chat with the DSO Music Librarians about what goes on behind the scenes in the mysterious music library. This episode originally aired in a video format and contains many visual references. Please visit our Youtube channel to view the original episode for the full experience!
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The guys chat with Assistant Principal Bass Stephen Molina about college sports, playing accordion, and bonding with other musicians while on tour.
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The guys chat with Principal Trombone Ken Thompkins about the evolving sound of the DSO, favorite music outside of classical music, and having "normal" colleagues.
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The guys chat with Percussionist Jay Ritchie about the challenges of playing at the back of the orchestra, early morning rowing, and skiing.
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The guys chat with Assistant Principal Horn David Everson about building bonds within your section in the orchestra and recording 200+ movie soundtracks. Originally aired October 2020.
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The guys chat with composer and Fred. A. and Barbara M. Erb Jazz Creative Chair Terence Blanchard about his approach to scoring Spike Lee's films and writing new Operas. Originally aired February 2021.
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