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Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Pierre Boulez Conducts Mahler

Season 38 Episode 1 | 1hr 25m 02s

One of Chicago's most popular conductors, Pierre Boulez is a composer, conductor, tireless advocate for new music and one of the most important musical figures of our time. A musical force around the world, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra has been consistently hailed as one of the finest international orchestras since its founding in 1891. Watch Boulez conduct the CSO in Mahler's Symphony No. 7.

Aired: 10/25/10

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