Happy birthday MTT, 80 today
OrchestrasThe prolific international conductor Michael Tilson Thomas, diagnosed with a brain tumour more than three years ago, has battled through and is still undertaking engagements.
In our Lebrecht Interview last summer, he flourished brilliant memories from his Los Angeles upbringing, his symbiotic friendship with Leonard Bernstein and his happy human relationships.
You can listen again here.
Sending my warm & best wishes to MTT. His courageous ongoing battle against such an insidious disease has been inspirational. His exquisite music-making remains aspirational. He continues to beat the odds – it has made those of us who are afforded an opportunity to experience his less-frequent live performances the lucky ones. I can’t wait for the LA Phil’s MTT celebration with Yuja next year!