Thomas Wilkins

Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra

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The all-Black Re-Collective Orchestra will make history on June 19 when it performs at the Hollywood Bowl’s “Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom” event.

Hollywood Bowl’s Thomas Wilkins on honoring Juneteenth and Black composers

The all-Black Re-Collective Orchestra will make history on June 19 when it performs at the Hollywood Bowl’s “Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom” event.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Thomas Wilkins, was 8 years old when he found classical music. “Music was calling me by name.

Hollywood Bowl conductor Thomas Wilkins on connecting musicians

Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Thomas Wilkins, was 8 years old when he found classical music. “Music was calling me by name.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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