Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Introducing Yannick to Philadelphia (and Philadelphia to Yannick!) was a jam-packed day we’ll never forget. From breakfast with the musicians, to touring the city’s most iconic sites, signing his contract, and leading the crowd in “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” at a Phillies game with the Phanatic, the chemistry between Yannick and the city was palpable.
Witness to History is an oral history series in celebration of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s 125th anniversary and the upcoming 25th anniversary of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. Hear personal stories from the artists, leaders, and community members who helped to shape the ensemble’s legacy and paved the way for a bold future. Visit philorch.org/125years for more.
Introducing Yannick to Philadelphia (and Philadelphia to Yannick!) was a jam-packed day we’ll never forget. From breakfast with the musicians, to touring the city’s most iconic sites, signing his contract, and leading the crowd in “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” at a Phillies game with the Phanatic, the chemistry between Yannick and the city was palpable.
Witness to History is an oral history series in celebration of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s 125th anniversary and the upcoming 25th anniversary of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. Hear personal stories from the artists, leaders, and community members who helped to shape the ensemble’s legacy and paved the way for a bold future. Visit philorch.org/125years for more.
