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Hobart Earle
Music director and principal conductor of the Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra; featured guest discussing Ukrainian classical music, cultural identity, and the orchestra's experience since 2014.
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Oct 17, 2025
• 57min
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Hobart Earle, the Music Director of the Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra, dives into the profound connection between music and Ukrainian identity. He shares how concerts during the Soviet collapse provided refuge and joy. The discussion highlights the resurgence of Ukrainian culture post-independence, especially after Crimea’s annexation. Earle reflects on the emotional shift in repertoire following the 2022 invasion, the targeting of cultural venues, and critiques the complex narratives around Russian cultural claims, advocating for a balanced approach to heritage amidst conflict.
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