What makes jazz jazz? How is "swing" like an accent? How does improvisation work? Where does jazz come from? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Maestro Andrew Crust takes an in-depth look at this vibrant and multi-faceted music form with music demonstrated by the Lima Symphony Orchestra Jazz Trio with Dean Altstaetter on piano, Scott Mitsko on bass, and Sarah Waters on drums. The Lima Symphony Orchestra wants every child to have a host of opportunities to experience the joy and wonder of music! Mornings with the Maestro are vibrant educational programs dreamed up by Maestro Andrew Crust and featuring LSO musicians. These programs will introduce audiences to the basic elements of music in fun and engaging ways. This program is part of the Lima Symphony Orchestra's educational commitment and is generously sponsored by: Keystone Meats, Lima Public Library, and The Rotary Club of Lima. LSO season sponsor: Ohio Arts Council. Like what you see? Please consider a small donation to help us continue producing FREE educational content: https://www.limasymphony.com/support

How big is the harp? What do the pedals do? How are harp players like swans? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Maestro Andrew Crust sits down with Alix Raspé , Lima Symphony Orchestra Principal Harpist, for a demonstration of this beautiful instrument. The LSO wants every child to have a host of opportunities to experience the joy and wonder of music! Mornings with the Maestro are vibrant educational programs dreamed up by Maestro Andrew Crust and featuring LSO musicians. These programs will introduce audiences to the basic elements of music in fun and engaging ways. This program is part of the Lima Symphony Orchestra's educational commitment and is generously sponsored by: Keystone Meats, Lima Public Library, and The Rotary Club of Lima. LSO season sponsor: Ohio Arts Council. Like what you see? Please consider a small donation to help us continue producing FREE educational content: https://www.limasymphony.com/support

What is a conductor? What does a conductor do? What kind of tools do conductors use to do their job? Explore these questions and more with Maestro Andrew Crust as he demonstrates the tools of his job and explains how conductors lead the musicians using only their bodies. The LSO wants every child to have a host of opportunities to experience the joy and wonder of music! Mornings with the Maestro are vibrant educational programs dreamed up by Maestro Andrew Crust and featuring LSO musicians. These programs will introduce audiences to the basic elements of music in fun and engaging ways. This program is part of the Lima Symphony Orchestra's educational commitment and is generously sponsored by: Keystone Meats, Lima Public Library, and The Rotary Club of Lima. LSO season sponsor: Ohio Arts Council. Like what you see? Please consider a small donation to help us continue producing FREE educational content: https://www.limasymphony.com/support