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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

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.
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

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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