Orchestrating Excellence
Transformation through collaborative leadership
ABOUT SARAH
How does a conductor's leadership influence the ways in which musicians come together to create a transcendent performance?
From her decades as a respected orchestral conductor, Sarah brings her insights on collaborative leadership, engaging keynote audiences to explore how individual contributions enhance collective success.
An in-demand conductor, producer, writer and speaker, Sarah has led major ensembles throughout the world, from the New York Philharmonic and Chicago Symphony to the Tokyo Philharmonic and Czech National Symphony. Her collaborations span artists of all genres, from Dmitri Hvorostovsky to Laufey; she has toured with Sting, produced an album with rap artist Dessa and acted as consultant to Disney Concerts.
An Emmy-winning producer, her live concert recordings can be seen on Disney+ and her live album "The Morricone Duel" has surpassed 300 million views on YouTube. She is currently completing certification as a mindfulness meditation teacher and continues to develop concert experiences combing music and wellnes.
A frequent lecturer, panelist and keynote speaker, Sarah is passionate about fostering meaningful dialogue in organizations of all sizes, and her interactive keynote inspires teams to embrace they roles in the broader vision and to achieve excellence in harmony.
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
By all appearances, a symphony orchestra is a stratified and hierarchical organization. How can a centuries-old tradition enlighten 21st century management practices?
Collaborative leadership is a key component to any successful venture. Whether it be business, politics or the arts, aligning vision, strategy and, ultimately, outcome is the proven path to empowering people in the work they do.
In this session, we peel back the curtain of the maestro myth and discuss the complex interpersonal communication techniques of symphony orchestras and how disparate musicians and personalities create harmony in harmony.
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