Nashville Symphony's April 11-12 performances will feature four soloists, composer and conductor who are all Black.

It explains how the orchestra grew from a small string quintet to a larger ensemble, incorporating various instrument families including strings, woodwinds, brasses, and percussion. The conductor ...

Use the tabs below to find out about each section of the orchestra, watch video clips, and read interviews with musicians. The oboe is made of wood (or plastic) with metal keys, and played by ...