CLEAN : New York Philharmonic marks 'homecoming' after pandemic cancellations

The transcript reflects on the joy of playing music outdoors and the feeling of returning to familiar spaces, akin to a homecoming. It highlights the gratitude felt by musicians for performing live again and addresses concerns about audience experiences, particularly with loud instruments like trumpets. The speaker emphasizes the importance of safety measures for both performers and audiences. The narrative concludes with an optimistic outlook on contributing to New York's return to normalcy, despite the slow and tentative progress.

What does the speaker hope the audience will experience during the performance?

In what way does the speaker feel they contribute to bringing New York back to normalcy?