Tina Ward in conversation with Greg Sandow - Polyphonic.org Interview

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Tina Ward in conversation with Greg Sandow

Tina Ward , clarinetist with the St Louis Symphony Orchestra, met with Greg Sandow to share her research and experiences regarding orchestral culture change.

1.	The long term effects of the work stoppage at the St. Louis Symphony enabled some new strengths and understanding to emerge.	(5:22)
2.	Communication skills can greatly improve interactions, as proved by the culture within the Berlin Philharmonic.	(4:01)
3.	Tina explains the benefits of learning and experiencing the critical response method, enabling musicians to give and take feedback in constructive and positive conversations.	(7:06)
4.	Similarly, Tina explains how working with the Six Thinking Hats system can enable individuals and organizations to think more creatively and less negatively, and improve the arts of listening and responding.	(5:33)
5.	David Robertson, Music Director at the St Louis Symphony, has instilled excitement and created a new peformance culture for musicians and audiences.	(7:16)
6.	This spirit of experimentation and fun has created a new momentum which flows through the institution, and will continue to break down barriers.	(8:29)
7.	Tina worked with Robert Wagner, bassoonist with the New Jersey Symphony, researched self-governing orchestras, in particular the Lahti Symphony Orchestra.	(6:23)

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