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Spring 2026 Courses: Course Listings and Descriptions

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The Mahler Sessions
The composer Gustav Mahler famously declared that a symphony should be like the world: it must contain everything. But before a musical world can be heard, it must be performed—and interpreted. How do musicians approach the task of interpretation today, and how should we as listeners? Join us for The Mahler Sessions, a series of student-led conversations with leading classical musicians of today and tomorrow. Distler Hall, free & open to the community. More information on our event calendar.

Anna Handler Assistant Conductor, Boston Symphony Orchestra | January 27, 12pm
David Robertson Former Music Director, St. Louis Symphony | February 5, 12pm
Esa-Pekka Salonen Former Music Director, LA Philharmonic and San Francisco Symphony | February 11, 6pm
Thomas Hampson Baritone | March 26, 12pm
Andris Nelsons Music Director, Boston Symphony | April 7, 12pm