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The New York Philharmonic is a tremendous opportunity, a great orchestra.

I love classical music. Yes, I was in a conservatory when I was younger and played guitar and all that stuff, so I also love rock.

I've been lucky to conduct the very best orchestras in the world: New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Berlin, the London Philharmonic.

I discovered after going to music festivals that I am a rock fan. I love the guitars, the phrasing, and the abandon of rock fans.

I play guitar and I love the Beatles and melodic music.

I did a concert... in September with the Berlin Philharmonic... They're great musicians, and there's always something to learn from them.

My experience with the Detroit Symphony has been musically very satisfying. They have a wonderful sound, which for me is one of the most important qualities in an orchestra.

I miss the standard of the New York Philharmonic's playing very much. It has certainly been a high point in my life.

I have very eclectic taste in music, but when it comes to going to concerts, I like going to rock concerts.

I love working with an orchestra, but there are many ways to make music.