An orchestra features many moving parts, but what exactly goes into these leading a world-class symphony?

 

Ron Haik speaks to Otto Tausk, Musical Director of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and guest conductor to orchestras around the world. Otto has a rich, colourful, and impressive musical background and is a hugely respected musical personality in his native Holland, having worked with all its major orchestras and composers.

 

In their conversation today, Otto speaks about his upbringing and leadership style, the parallels between conducting and leadership, how he found his passion in conducting, how he leads an orchestra, his thought process around overcoming adversity and challenges, and advice for those just starting career journeys of their own.

Otto shares some powerful lessons he has learned as a conductor, what he believes leadership to truly be about, and why going outside of your comfort zone is one of the most powerful decisions you can make in your life. Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation with Ron and Otto!

 

Key Takeaways:

[:16] About today’s episode.

[1:03] Ron Haik welcomes Otto Tausk to the podcast!

[1:18] Did Otto always know he wanted to be a conductor? How did his musical journey begin?

[5:36] Key players and mentors that influenced Otto’s career over time as both a conductor and a leader.

[9:05] Otto shares how he leads an orchestra, insights into his own leadership style, and the lessons he has learned in leadership that have been the most impactful to him.

[14:15] Does Otto find that the process of being a guest conductor is different than being a conductor for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra where he is the Musical Director? What are the differences and what does he find to be the best approach to take as a guest conductor?

[18:41] Otto shares his thought process around overcoming adversity or challenges as a guest conductor and leader.

[21:13] How leadership in orchestras has changed over time.

[26:52] Otto shares a career highlight that changed him forever and showed that conducting was the right career path for him.

[29:44] What would Otto share with his younger self that was about to go on this journey? What would he like to impart to young people listening in to this podcast today about their journeys they’re about to go on?

[32:27] Why it is important to go outside of your comfort zone and be open to new experiences.

[33:01] How has becoming a better conductor led Otto to becoming a better parent?

[34:56] Ron thanks Otto for joining the podcast and shares some of his key takeaways.

 

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