Zoom Lecture with Anthony McGill

Join the Cornell Orchestra with Guest Lecturer Anthony McGill.

Anthony McGill joined the New York Philharmonic as Principal Clarinet, The Edna and W. Van Alan Clark Chair, in September 2014, becoming the Philharmonic's first African American Principal player. Hailed for his "trademark brilliance, penetrating sound and rich character" (The New York Times) and "exquisite combination of technical refinement and expressive radiance" (The Baltimore Sun), he is recognized as one of the classical music world's finest solo, chamber, and orchestral musicians. Mr. McGill also serves as an ardent advocate for helping music education reach underserved communities and for addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in classical music. He took part in the inauguration of President Barack Obama, premiering a piece written for the occasion by John Williams alongside violinist Itzhak Perlman, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, and pianist Gabriela Montero.

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