In this episode of One Symphony, conductor Devin Patrick Hughes interviews Tom Morris, a renowned orchestra manager, to discuss his career trajectory from percussionist to administrator. He recounts pivotal moments, including a formative experience with conductor Eugene Ormandy that influenced his career shift, and his significant roles with the Boston Symphony and Cleveland Orchestra. Key themes revolve around the evolution of orchestra management, the changing dynamics of orchestra funding, and the crucial relationships between conductors, managers, and musicians. The interview ultimately aims to illuminate the behind-the-scenes complexities of running a major orchestra, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership and a shared commitment to musical excellence. Featured Music All music selections for this episode feature the Boston Pops. Tchaikovsky’s Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48: Waltz. Conducted by Arthur Fiedler, from the album Fiedler: Greatest Hits. L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2: Farandole. Composed by Georges Bizet. Conducted by Arthur Fielder, from the album Fiedler: Greatest Hits. “Manhattan Skyline.” From the album Disco Inferno / Manhattan Skyline. Conducted by Arthur Fiedler. “I Got Rhythm, Embraceable You.” From the album Boston Pops Salutes Astaire, Kelly, Garland. Composed by George and Ira Gershwin. Conducted by John Williams. “Flying Theme” from E. T. Composed by John Williams. Performed live by John Williams conducting the Boston Pops in 2002. “America Medley: America.” From the album Salute to America. Composed by Leonard Bernstein. Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Conducted by John Williams. “None But The Lonely Heart.” From the album Pops a la Russe. Composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Conducted by John Williams. The Snow Maiden - Suite - Danse des Bouffons. Composed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. From the album Pops a la Russe. Conducted by John Williams. Holst: The Planets, op.32: 3. Mercury, The Winged Messenger. From the album Boston Pops Orchestra: John Williams. Conducted by John Williams. Overture from The Merry Wives of Windsor. From the album Fiedler: Greatest Hits. Conducted by Arthur Fiedler. “Pizzicato Polka.” From the album 100 Fiedler Favorites. Conducted by Arthur Fiedler. “Funeral March of a Marionette.” From the album 100 Fiedler Favorites. Conducted by Arthur Fiedler.