Jed Gaylin

“Above all, one senses the absolute devotion with which the orchestra follows him.”— Basler Zeitung (Switzerland)

“…a conductor who knows exactly what he wants…”- £ódz Philharmonic (Poland)

“Jed Gaylin’s conducting was consistently impressive, with a propulsive sweep that allowed the lyricism to linger.”— Tim Smith, The Baltimore Sun

“Generous” is the word listeners and performers use time and again to describe conductor Jed Gaylin’s approach to the orchestra, the score, and the audience. His unselfconscious spirit and joyful abandon paired with a probing intellect result in cohesive, powerful programs, compelling interpretations, and evenings that are fresh and exuberant. George Szell said, “In music one must think with the heart and feel with the mind,” a maxim Jed Gaylin embodies abundantly and passionately.

Orchestra members throughout the world, soloists, and opera singers often recount how Jed Gaylin’s rehearsals and performances elicit their very best, not only individually but collectively. He revels in making connections not only within a piece, but also between seemingly disparate and wide-ranging works to create an evening of surprising, captivating juxtapositions. His dedication to exploring the music’s fullest potential in a collaborative spirit reaches beyond the stage to draw the audience into the creative act. Listeners feel far more than just welcomed by words from the podium—they feel engaged as participants in a wordless musical conversation that is spontaneous, big-hearted, and eloquent.

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