Ep 9. Amusia

In episode 9 of season 2 of Mozart in the Jungle titled "Amusia", the show continues to explore the lives and relationships of the members of the New York Symphony. This episode shifts the focus to one of the most beloved characters, Hailey, the oboist who begrudgingly joined the orchestra at the beginning of the series.

Hailey's journey has been one of the most interesting on the show, as she was once a struggling musician trying to make ends meet in New York City. Now, she's a member of a prestigious orchestra, but she's still trying to find her place in the group and figure out where she fits in with the other musicians.

The episode starts with Hailey practicing her oboe in a small practice room. She's been struggling with playing since she came back from her trip to Mexico, where she discovered that her ex-boyfriend Rodrigo is still in love with her. Hailey can't seem to concentrate on anything else and her music is suffering for it.

We also see Cynthia, the chairwoman of the board of the New York Symphony, struggling with her own issues in the wake of her divorce. Cynthia is a no-nonsense businesswoman who is used to being in control, but she's starting to realize that she can't always have a clear picture of what's going on.

The episode shifts between Hailey and Cynthia as they both try to navigate their personal and professional lives. Hailey tries to find a way to get her playing back on track and to figure out what she wants from Rodrigo. Cynthia is dealing with a scandal involving one of the older musicians in the orchestra and trying to maintain her own position as the chairwoman.

As the episode progresses, we see both women start to take control of their respective situations. Hailey seeks out help from a fellow musician and friend who helps her rediscover her passion for music. Cynthia takes charge of the scandal and puts the musician in question in his place. She also starts to loosen up and have a little fun, which is a welcome change from her usual buttoned-up demeanor.

By the end of the episode, both Hailey and Cynthia have found a new sense of purpose. Hailey has resolved to focus on her music and let go of her feelings for Rodrigo, at least for the time being. Cynthia has proven that she's still an effective leader and has successfully navigated a potential crisis for the orchestra.

Overall, "Amusia" is an engaging and emotional episode of Mozart in the Jungle. The show continues to explore the lives of its characters in a way that is both entertaining and thoughtful. It's easy to get invested in Hailey and Cynthia's stories, and it's satisfying to see them both come out on top in the end. Fans of the series will enjoy this episode, which is a perfect example of everything that makes the show so great.