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TED Radio Hour · December 10, 2025 · 14m

Remembering a maestro through 'New World Symphony'

In this memorial episode, conductor Robert Franz walks listeners through the first movement of Dvořák's 'New World Symphony,' using his four essential tools for listening: rhythm, melody, texture, and visuals. Originally featured in the 'How We Experience Time' episode, Franz demonstrates how music shapes our perception of time. TED Radio Hour host Manoush Zomorodi introduces the segment as a year-end favorite, honoring Franz's legacy of making classical music accessible and deeply human.

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Highlights

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Four Dimensions of Active Listening
Franz breaks down music listening into four essential tools: rhythm, melody, texture, and visuals, allowing a listener to hear a piece with fresh depth.
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Music as a Gateway to Experiencing Time
Through the New World Symphony, Franz demonstrated how tempo and rhythm manipulate our perception of time's flow.

Editorial

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A Legacy of Accessible Classical Music
This episode honors the late conductor Robert Franz, celebrating his gift for making orchestral music approachable and emotionally resonant.

Misc

✧Manoush Zomorodi selected this episode as a personal year-end favorite.
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