November 9, 2007 - Manny Laureano, principal trumpet of the Minnesota Orchestra, takes on new role of conductor, as he leads musicians of the Minnesota Youth Symphonies for a Latin program with special guest, Cuban jazz pianist Ignacio "Nachito" Herrera.
December 29, 1986 - MPR’s Beth Friend reports on the impact taking place with the Minnesota Orchestra as the organization experiences first season with Edo de Waart as music director. The conductor hopes to win over audiences with programs that highlight contemporary classical compositions, not only centuries old works.