From conducting to casting: Finnish conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali unwinds from Bravo! Vail performances in a unique way

From conducting to casting: Finnish conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali unwinds from Bravo! Vail performances in a unique way

Conducting and casting are not commonly coupled by classical musicians. Unless, of course, you’re from Finland. “I know many trumpet players (who fish), but I’m expecting I’m the only conductor,” said Santtu-Matias Rouvali, who hails from the nation of nearly 188,000 lakes. “It’s a great hobby. The circumstances are great to (fish), so why not?” The 40-year-old conducted the New York Philharmonic in a pair of performances last weekend at the Bra…