Michael Tilson Thomas is celebrated for his masterful interpretations and dynamic conducting style. His performance of Copland's "Appalachian Spring" is deeply moving, focusing on the simplicity and organic development of the music. The clarinet line gracefully moves ahead, and the famous "Simple Gifts" tune is brilliantly recapitulated by the brass, creating a moment of tenderness and completeness. Additionally, Schubert's 9th Symphony benefits from the conductor's attention to detail.