1990: Joan Tower became our second composer in residence. “Silver Ladders” was the first of several pieces she wrote for us. These covers celebrate my 80th birthday on Sept. 1, tracing the history of the Slatkin family through their recordings.

1990: The 1st release in a Tchaikovsky cycle. Putting all 6 CDs together created a portrait of the composer. But RCA's marketing dept. had other ideas for the 6th cover. These covers celebrate my 80th birthday, tracing the history of the Slatkin family through their recordings.

I'm pleased to share an English translation of my interview with reporter Thierry Hillériteau of Le Figaro upon my recent return to Lyon:
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Le Figaro - à lire : Leonard Slatkin: «Tout bon chef d’orchestre doit faire son cinéma!» https://www.lefigaro.fr/musique/leonard-slatkin-tout-bon-chef-d-orchestre-doit-faire-son-cinema-20241004

1989: This was the final SLSO recording for EMI. More Barber would follow on RCA. These covers celebrate my 80th birthday on Sept. 1, tracing the history of the Slatkin family through their recordings.

“Leonard Slatkin completely reshaped the SLSO, positioning it for years to come as one of the country’s leading ensembles,” said Marie-Hélène Bernard, SLSO President and CEO. “In the process, he redefined what an American orchestra could be.”

1989: The rarely heard but masterful Schuman made this particularly satisfying. This was the last disc I would make that was first issued on vinyl. These covers celebrate my 80th birthday on Sept. 1, tracing the history of the Slatkin family through their recordings.