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Today meet Allan Schiller, a retired violinist with the New York Philharmonic who performed from 1964 to 1999 under legendary conductors including Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta and Kurt Masur. In an effort to make classical music more accessible to all he has written, “The Wannabe Classical Music Aficionado: 46 Insights to Make Your Next Concert a More Enjoyable Experience.” Learn about how centuries of musical tradition have quietly shaped what we hear today. Allan shares backstage stories, and tips on everything from the role of the conductor to when it is appropriate to clap during a performance. Whether it is your first or fiftieth concert, the book helps to remove the mystery surrounding classical music. Your seat is waiting!