Na’Zir McFadden Jacksonville Symphony Assistant Conductor

Posted By Arbus on Jan 7, 2026

Photo: ©Andrej Grilc Audience connection is at the heart of your work. From the podium, how do you create those powerful moments of  connection?  I try to create moments that feel personal and alive—where the orchestra and audience breathe together. It’s about honesty and presence, letting the music unfold naturally so everyone feels part of the same journey. When that connection happens, the performance becomes something shared, not...