Can't Stop the Music

Maestro Zubin Mehta is conducting two concerts in Mumbai dedicated to the works of Richard Strauss

- Nikhil Sardana

Q. You've conducted many prestigious orchestras worldwide. What stood out to you about the Symphony Orchestra of India (SOI) during your first collaboration in 2023?

I was surprised to find the SOI is a mix of musicians from around the world, with only a few Indian members. The orchestra, led by Khushroo Suntook, is of very high quality. Their performance of Mahler's Symphony was on par with some of the best orchestras globally.