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EPISODE · Dec 10, 2025 · 14 MIN

Remembering a maestro through 'New World Symphony'

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Before his passing, conductor Robert Franz guided us through the first movement of Dvorák's "New World Symphony" using his four essential tools for listening—rhythm, melody, texture and visuals. As the year comes to a close, Manoush Zomorodi shares one of her favorite TED Radio Hour+ episodes.Robert Franz was also featured in episode, "How we experience time."To hear more bonus content like this and to support NPR and public radio, sign up for TED Radio Hour+ at plus.npr.org/tedSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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