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Conversation with newly named RPO CEO Tonya McBride Robles

Classical 91.5 WXXO-FM | By Mona Seghatoleslami

Published June 21, 2026 at 5:31 PM EDT

In a small radio studio, Tonya McBride Robles is seated smiling in front of a microphone, Mona Seghatoleslami stands at another microphone with her back to the camera

It was announced just last week that the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra has tapped Tonya McBride Robles to lead the organization as its new president and CEO, beginning August 17.

Robles came to WXXI's studios to discuss her background in music and leadership, what she has learned from previous positions, and what she hopes to build on with the RPO.

Listen to our whole interview online here.

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Mona Seghatoleslami

Mona Seghatoleslami is the Music Director, host and producer on WXXI Classical 91.5 FM weekdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. She also hosts the lunchtime concert series Live From Hochstein Wednesdays at 12:10 p.m., interviews musicians, produces special programs, and works on any project she can find that helps connect people and music in our community through WXXI.

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