Scott Speck talks Russian Music

        If you are bored with isolation and social distancing, why not learn something about classical music and have some fun along the way. Nobody makes music exciting and accessible like our music director, Scott Speck. After all, he wrote the best-selling Classical Music for Dummies. Join us for “Scott Speck is CRAZY about Russian music, and you should be too!” This series of entertaining and informative talks covers the history and power of Russian music. “We’re doing a series of videos that I’m very excited to start,” Scott says. “It’s about my favorite kind of music and the kind of music our orchestra plays so well and loves so much. And that is Russian music!” The series will explore – through conversation and musical examples – why Russian music remains so popular with Scott, MSO audience and our orchestra. Please join us for this special online experience. You can check the website for new installments here.