Q & A With Boston Pops Conductor Keith Lockhart

Keith Lockhart

It's been 12 years since Keith Lockhart took the helm of the Boston Pops. They call themselves 'America's Orchestra.' And Lockhart takes pride in the ability to make classical music accessible. The Pops maintains a rigorous touring schedule and WUSF's Susan Giles Wantuck caught up with Lockhart by phone.

Next stop for Lockhart and the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra - Ruth Eckerd Hall Tuesday night, with guest pianist Michael Chertock.