Mozart in the Jungle
Mozart in the Jungle

Mozart in the Jungle

2014 4 Seasons 40 Episodes ⭐ 7.5 Comedy Drama

In the tradition of Anthony Bourdain's "Kitchen Confidential" and Gelsey Kirkland's "Dancing on my Grave" comes an insider’s look into the secret world of classical musicians. From her debut recital at Carnegie Recital Hall to the Broadway pits of "Les Miserables" and "Miss Saigon," Blair Tindall has played with some of the biggest names in classical music for twenty-five years. Now in "Mozart in the Jungle," Tindall exposes the scandalous rock and roll lifestyles of the musicians, conductors, and administrators who inhabit the insular world of classical music.

In the tradition of Anthony Bourdain's "Kitchen Confidential" and Gelsey Kirkland's "Dancing on my Grave" comes an insider’s look into the secret world of classical musicians. From her debut recital at Carnegie Recital Hall to the Broadway pits of "Les Miserables" and "Miss Saigon," Blair Tindall has played with some of the biggest names in classical music for twenty-five years. Now in "Mozart in the Jungle," Tindall exposes the scandalous rock and roll lifestyles of the musicians, conductors, and administrators who inhabit the insular world of classical music.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Pilot

Sex, drugs and classical music illustrate what happens behind the curtains at the symphony can be just as captivating as

EP 2

Fifth Chair

Inspired by Hailey's passion, Rodrigo insists that she play with the orchestra, over the objections of Gloria. Veteran m

EP 3

Silent Symphony

Alex helps Hailey figure out an easy way to make money, while back at the symphony hall, an older musician collapses whe

EP 4

You Have Insulted Tchaikovsky

Gloria hosts a fundraiser to introduce Rodrigo. Hailey is sent to retrieve him and Thomas steps in to perform. When Rodr

EP 5

I'm with the Maestro

Rodrigo seeks guidance to rid himself of his "dreadful passion." With Thomas gone on a sabbatical, Cynthia bonds with Be

EP 6

The Rehearsal

As pressure mounts before the launch of the new season, Rodrigo erupts. His behavior alarms the symphony's business advi

EP 7

You Go to My Head

At a fundraising gala at an estate, Edward offers a large sum if Rodrigo will play the violin. Rodrigo ups the ante and

EP 8

Mozart with the Bacon

When Rodrigo decides he doesn't want Windsor Elliot for his opening night, the legendary pianist confronts him, and ends

EP 9

Now Fortissimo!

Rodrigo summons Hailey to drive him upstate to find Ana Maria, explaining that she "makes him alive," exactly what the s

EP 10

Opening Night

After a harsh verdict from Betty, Hailey is ready to give up on her dream. But as the crowd fills the hall for opening n

EP 1

Stern Papa

The New York Symphony Orchestra is midway through their season and on the surface things are going well: audiences are h

EP 2

Nothing Resonates Like Rhinoceros Foreskin

A near disaster during a live performance forces Rodrigo to make some changes in how he conducts not only himself, but h

EP 3

It All Depends on You

After one drum circle too many, Rodrigo is evicted from his apartment -- though it doesn't take him long to find a new r

EP 4

Touché Maestro, Touché

Guest cellist, Andrew Walsh invites Hailey out to see Lang Lang play, and gives her, her first real glimpse inside the w

EP 5

Regresso Del Rey

Hailey has more work than she planned on during the orchestra's Latin American tour. When a stolen violin threatens the

EP 6

How to Make God Laugh

Rodrigo shows Hailey HIS Mexico and takes her to a performance of his childhood youth orchestra. Thomas and Gloria meet

EP 7

Can You Marry a Moon?

The gang celebrates Betty's 35 years in the orchestra with some tequila and a special guest. Hailey breaks the cardinal

EP 8

Leave Everything Behind

Thomas shares his symphony with soon-to-be-ex-wife Claire, who finds the music absolutely breathtaking. A funeral become

EP 9

Amusia

Lennox, a guest "enfant terrible" conductor, brings some anger and fury to the orchestra. Thomas battles his oldest demo

EP 10

Home

Things are about to erupt between the board and the orchestra, and Rodrigo prepares to do whatever it takes. As the tabl

EP 1

La Fiamma

With orchestra and management still at odds in New York, Rodrigo arrives in Venice, Italy to conduct the grand return co

EP 2

The Modern Piece

Rodrigo pushes Alessandra out of her comfort zone by challenging her traditional repertoire with a new piece. Alessandra

EP 3

My Heart Opens to Your Voice

In a last ditch attempt to resolve the lock out, the Mayor calls the orchestra and management to City Hall for mediation

EP 4

Avventura Romantica

Rodrigo faces an unexpected roadblock to the concert. He leaves a very important task in Hailey's hands as he runs off t

EP 5

Now I Will Sing

Rodrigo conducts Alessandra in the concert of a lifetime. When the night is over, both of their lives will be forever ch

EP 6

Symphony of Red Tape

Rodrigo takes extraordinary measures to bring his orchestra family back together. Hailey reunites with Lizzie and findin

EP 7

Not Yet Titled

Bradford Sharp turns his lens on the New York Symphony in this documentary film about the transcendental power of music.

EP 8

Circles Within Circles

Rodrigo loses sleep as he tries to figure out exactly how the orchestra family must evolve for its next chapter. Against

EP 9

Creative Solutions for Creative Lives

Rodrigo takes matters into his own hands and tries to get financial assistance for his new musical venture. Preparing fo

EP 10

You're the Best or You Fucking Suck

The New York Symphony holds auditions and Hailey gets the shot she's been waiting for. Rodrigo learns exactly what it ta

EP 1

The Boyfriend

As Rodrigo and Hailey navigate the status of their new relationship. She gives her Ensemble a fresh direction. Thomas st

EP 2

If I Was An Elf, I Would Tell You

Hailey returns home to North Carolina to teach a master class at her high school and finds her parents have some surpris

EP 3

Significant Lover

After a disastrous night at the NY Symphony, Gloria finds herself in a PR whirlwind, having to re-secure a major donor.

EP 4

An Honest Ghost

On a mission to talk to Mozart, Rodrigo visits an unusual classical music collector (Michael Emerson) who might have wha

EP 5

The Coach

Rodrigo distracts himself from the Requiem as he dives deeper into coaching Hailey for her big gig. Gloria gets a visit

EP 6

Domo Arigato

Hailey faces off against new peers at the Fukusoft Conducting Competition in Japan. Rodrigo meets a new composer who cla

EP 7

We're Not Robots

Rodrigo's calls out for Mozart. The conducting competition heats up for Hailey, despite her early success. In their toug

EP 8

Ichi Go Ichi E

Before saying goodbye to Japan, Rodrigo and Hailey experience a tea ceremony.

EP 9

I Want You To Think Of Me

Rodrigo and Hailey return home to find their lives changed. Meanwhile, Gloria and Thomas are back too, but it's business

EP 10

Dance

The premiere Hesby's new piece doesn't go exactly as planned. Hailey recommits herself to the music. Cynthia finds solac

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