Tugan Sokhiev with Boston Symphony Orchestra, Rachmaninov, and more

Founded in 1881, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, supported by banker Henry Lee Higginson, is a pillar of U.S. orchestral culture. Its legendary recordings, especially on RCA Victor, benefit from Boston's Symphony Hall acoustics. Known for premieres of works by Stravinsky and Bartók, it has been led by conductors Monteux, Koussevitsky, and Ozawa. It also has ties with Tanglewood Music Festival and contributed to film scores like Spielberg's "Schindler's List" and "Saving Private Ryan" with John Williams.

South Korean pianist Yunchan Lim, youngest Van Cliburn gold winner, is known for his magical technique. His Decca Classics debut won multiple awards, including the 2024 Gramophone.