In Memoriam: Michael Tilson Thomas
MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS (1944-2026) passed away on April 22, 2026 at the age of 82.
“The New World Symphony’s Fellows, alumni, Trustees and staff mourn the loss of our Co-Founder and Artistic Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas (MTT). The world will remember his brilliant mind, limitless imagination and his creative and collaborative spirit. Our NWS community will forever be transformed by the generosity with which he shared these qualities.”
— https://nws.edu/
The impact of MTT’s accomplishments in Miami will be with us for generations.
Music by Michael Tilson Thomas “You Come Here Often?” from Upon Further Reflection (2018) Performed by John Wilson, NWS Piano Fellow 2015-19
