Remembering conductor, composer and pianist Michael Tilson Thomas
Michael Tilson Thomas, the longtime music director of the San Francisco Symphony, passed away on April 22, 2026. He was celebrated for his innovative contributions to classical music and for founding the New World Symphony to support young musicians. A renowned conductor, composer, and pianist, his career spanned decades of influential work in American orchestral music.
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Music Interviews Remembering conductor, composer and pianist Michael Tilson Thomas May 1, 20265:00 AM ET Terry Gross The longtime music director of the San Francisco Symphony died April 22. Known for his innovation, Tilson Thomas founded the New World Symphony for young players. Originally broadcast in 1995 and '12. Hear The Original Interview Music Interviews The Thomashefskys: Stars Of The Yiddish Stage Facebook Flipboard Email
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