What does it mean for a conductor to truly become part of a community?

In a new audio documentary segment from CBC’s The Current, journalist Liz Hoath explores the remarkable impact that conductor Arthur Arnold is having on the community of Powell River, British Columbia. More than just leading an orchestra, Arnold is building bridges — between people, between generations, and between the arts and everyday life in this town of 13,000 on the Sunshine Coast.

🎧 Listen to the segment here.

Originally aired on June 16 on The Current with Matt Galloway, the story highlights how Arnold’s work with the Pacific Region International Summer Music Association (PRISMA) and his deep engagement with local residents is creating lasting cultural and economic ripple effects. From nurturing the next generation of classical musicians to helping Powell River to continue and further evolve its reputation as a music destination, Arnold’s presence is changing the narrative — not just about who a conductor is, but what a cultural leader can do for a community.