Join Devin Patrick Hughes in an insightful conversation with Grammy winning conductor and composer Lucas Richman. In this episode, Lucas Richman shares stories from his childhood including his early fascination with composer biographies and an inspiring letter from Aaron Copland. Richman also discusses his relationship with Leonard Bernstein, including a masterclass on the Academic Festival Overture and the invaluable lessons he learned about music, life, and humanity. Richman also shares valuable insights into his compositional process including his passion for bringing social issues and unhoused advocacy into the concert hall through his violin concerto Paths to Dignity. Richman also shares tips for any aspiring conductor about how to best serve the music and “get out of the way.”