Bust A Muse

Episode 6: Dances With Wolves

J.R. shares his thoughts on what it means to bring an A-List talent to the KSO and a deep dive into the very nuanced art of conducting.

Episode 5: In the Moment

J.R. and Troy discuss being in the moment, the importance of building a strong team and what A.I. might mean for symphonic music and the orchestra of the future.

Episode 4: Marketing Mayhem

Sometimes it's not enough to create original, breakthrough programming. How you get the word about your latest musical endeavor out to the community, is sometimes even more important. The KSO and Music and Executive Director, J.R. Cassidy, have a history of making waves in PR.

Episode 3: The Meaning Of No

It's not easy innovating. More doors close than open, and Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Music and Executive Director, J.R. Cassidy, has the propensity for sticking his right in that doorway. He and host Troy Hitch discuss some of the more memorable "won't take no for an answer" moments.

Episode 2: Sound to Picture

The KSO has been on the forefront of live scores to motion picture performances before they became en vogue. Music and Executive Director J.R. Cassidy tells the tales of, against all odds, bringing classic silent pictures, The Animaniacs and even The Lord of the Rings to the live stage.

Episode 1: Origin Story

In our premiere episode host Troy Hitch discusses the earliest days of the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra with Music and Executive Director, J.R. Cassidy as they begin their exploration of creativity and innovation in the Arts.