About this season
The misadventures of a conductor, his valet, and the members of his orchestra.
Episodes (9)
1. The Dance of the Hours
Aired 22 May 1986 • 25 min
This first episode introduces the maestro and his valet, as they make it through a surprising and hap-hazard performance.
2. Safari Symphony
Aired 29 May 1986 • 25 min
The maestro invites his orchestra along for a unique safari performance, complete with animal accompaniment.
3. Concert for Brass, Bombs & Blow Pipes!
Aired 5 June 1986 • 25 min
An assassination of the general is to take place at the concert. Can the maestro save the day?
4. Unwelcome Guests
Aired 12 June 1986 • 25 min
On tour, and with dreams of a grand welcome, the maestro soon discovers his next performance is metering out justice to a group of ill-mannered musicians.
5. The Genius
Aired 19 June 1986 • 25 min
The maestro struggles to bridge the generation gap and teach a visiting, young egocentric prodigy pianist a lesson.
6. Prima Donna
Aired 4 July 1986 • 25 min
The maestro conducts a performance of "Il Trovatore" with two operatic stars; but not the way Verdi anticipated!
7. Viva!
Aired 27 September 1986 • 25 min
On tour in South America, the maestro and his valet are imprisoned in the wake of a revolution. Can they escape in one piece? (part one)
8. Viva II
Aired 4 October 1986 • 25 min
On tour in South America, the maestro and his valet are imprisoned in the wake of a revolution. Can they escape in one piece? (part two)
9. Photo-Finish
Aired 10 January 1987 • 25 min
The maestro unwittingly becomes the target of a corrupt mayor and his bodyguard when an incriminating photo is slipped into his pocket. (part two)