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Sir George Benjamin Conducts The Cleveland Orchestra

George Benjamin conducting the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Milagro Elstak
George Benjamin conducting the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

[Airdate: February 13, 2024]

On February 15 and 17, Sir George Benjamin will lead The Cleveland Orchestra in a program featuring the complete ballet score to Maurice Ravel's Mother Goose. The concert also includes works by Benjamin himself, Oliver Knussen, and Dieter Ammann. Benjamin spoke with WCLV's John Mills about his appearance, the concert, and his deep affection for The Cleveland Orchestra.