"When Michael Tilson Thomas was named Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony, I remember a feeling of pure exhilaration as though something extraordinary had just been set in motion for all of us. What followed exceeded even that early excitement."
"On the podium, he brought brilliance, curiosity, and a singular voice that reshaped the orchestra. Off the podium, he revealed warmth, wit, and a generosity of spirit that made getting to know him as a friend an unexpected gift."
"His impact reached far beyond the concert hall, touching the life of the city in ways both visible and deeply personal. And even after stepping down as Music Director, he never truly stepped away."
Michael Tilson Thomas, the long-serving music director of the San Francisco Symphony, died at 81 after battling glioblastoma multiforme. He led the orchestra from 1995 to 2020, winning 12 Grammy awards and enhancing its reputation. His leadership brought technical and musical excellence, and he became a vital part of San Francisco's cultural landscape. Priscilla Geeslin, chair of the symphony's board, praised his brilliance and warmth, noting his lasting influence on the orchestra and the city even after his tenure ended.
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