Gilbert Kaplan

Gilbert Kaplan was a passionate music enthusiast and amateur conductor known for his deep love of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 2, also known as the 'Resurrection Symphony.' Born in 1941, Kaplan famously learned the complex score of the symphony by heart and took the bold step of conducting it at Carnegie Hall in 1982, which garnered significant attention. His dedication to the piece led him to conduct performances with several prestigious orchestras worldwide, and he recorded the symphony twice. Kaplan's unique journey from Wall Street financier to celebrated conductor underscores his belief in the transformative power of music and its ability to convey profound human emotions.