Harmonious World

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I've chatted with jazz legend Alyn Shipton. Alyn is a UK journalist and broadcaster, with the regular Jazz Record Requests show on BBC Radio 3. He is also a musician and we discussed his new release with Alyn Shipton's New Orleans Friends - The Oxford Concert - which is due for release on 6 March 2026.We also discussed our mutual friends and influences, especially across British jazz, including Adrian Cox, who I interviewed in 2025. Thanks to Alyn for allowing me to play extracts from The Oxford Concert alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Joakim Milder has been the artistic director of the Norrbotten Big Band since 2013 and I'm looking forward to hearing the band play live at the opening concert of the Jazzahead! music festival in April. It was good to chat with him about his own musical background and also the collaborations that make the Norrbotten Big Band such an exciting ensemble.For anyone intending to come along to Jazzahead!, you can get a sneak preview of the opening concert.Thanks to Joakim for allowing me to play extracts from performances by the Norrbotten Big Band alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I first interviewed Sarah McKenzie for Harmonious World episode 21 in November 2020, when life was very different for us all. Now she has a new single out - City By the Bay - which is effectively the composer and singer's love letter to San Francisco.Thanks to Sarah for allowing me to play extracts from City By the Bay alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I was fortunate to be able to interview Jeff Beal in 2022 for episode 128 of Harmonious World and now we're chatting about what he's been up to since, and especially his new album.Thanks to Jeff for allowing me to use clips from the two singles from New York Études, volume 2 - New Leaf and Nocturne - alongside our conversation. The whole album will be released on 27 March.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This conversation with Joachim Horsley gives an insight into the composer's reimagining of Bach with rhythms from Africa and the Caribbean. His album Afro Bach comes alongside the work he does writing the music we hear on TV shows, combining inspiration from many styles of music.Thanks to Joachim for allowing me to play extracts from Afro Bach alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.A few weeks ago, I was introduced to Joshua Josué's new album - Broadcast to the Surf Ballroom - and reviewed it. Now I've had the chance to chat with him about what moved him to create this fascinating collection of tunes based around music left behind by Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens.Thanks to Joshua for allowing me to play extracts from Broadcast to the Surf Ballroom alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I spoke to American conductor Garrett Keast first in 2021 and then in 2022 and it's been a pleasure to chart the development of the Berlin Academy of American Music. It's also interesting to hear about his other conducting work.It was good to also talk about our mutual friend, pianist and composer Craig Urquhart, who I have met in person while visiting Berlin. He features as a guest in episodes from 2022 and then our live chat in 2024.Thanks to Garrett for allowing me to play extracts from various BAAM performances alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Pianist Øystein Sevåg and I discussed his new album, Lacrimosa, which I reviewed a few weeks ago.Thanks to Øystein for allowing me to use clips from Lacrimosa alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This seems almost the perfect soundtrack for the very end of 2025, chatting with award-winning contemporary composer David Lefkowitz. We discuss his latest album: Preludes and Fugues for Piano featuring 26 preludes and fugues performed by four leading new music pianists.Thanks to David for allowing me to use clips from his Preludes and Fugues for Piano alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Pianist and composer Laurent Ziliani wrote Skybound as a musical tribute to his good friend, violinist and pilot Ben Powell. Not only is this a gorgeous track, but it really is a wonderful tribute: this conversation is a perfect one to air just before Christmas. Whenever you listen to this episode, I hope you enjoy it.Thanks to Laurent for allowing me to use Skybound alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Jonathan Karrant's latest album, Christmas Wish, sits nicely alongside his summer 2025 Live in Concert album, both of which feature the marvellous Joe Alterman Trio.It was good to discuss music and these wonderful Christmas songs with Jonathan, and I'm grateful to him for allowing me to use clips from Christmas Wish alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I was joined in the Hermitage Road Coffee & Bagel Shop by sax player Alastair Penman, who chatted with me about his latest album, The Last Tree. We also discussed his new project - Sound Earth Collective.Alongside our discussions about music, we also discussed the environmental issues that inform both of us. You can find out more on TreeApp, as well as Music Declares Emergency.Thanks to Alastair for allowing me to use clips from The Last Tree alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Elisa Rumici and I were introduced by composer and conductor Michael Shapiro, friend of the podcast. You can listen to my earlier interviews with Michael here - in 2020, 2021 and 2024.It was a joy to chat with Elisa about her piano playing and especially her new album - Rediscovering Gilda Ruta: A Transatlantic Pioneer of Music.Thanks to Elisa for allowing me to use clips from Rediscovering Gilda Ruta: A Transatlantic Pioneer of Music alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Sax player Dom Franks chatted with me about his latest album - Duality 2 - with his StrayHorn ensemble.Dom has great stories to tell and our chat weaves in and out of music, creativity, lockdown and much more.Thanks to Dom for allowing me to use clips from both Duality vol 2 alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I had a great chat with multi-instrumentalist Orphy Robinson, who I've always admired as a musician but also as an influence on the music business and education. Orphy is currently Artist-in-Residence at Cambridge Jazz Festival 2025 and we discuss how that happened, as well as lots of discussion of his background in music. Do check out the list of events happening and get along to hear some great jazz if you're anywhere nearby.This is a longer episode - let me know what you think about shorter or longer episodes.Thanks to Orphy for allowing me to use clips from both When Tomorrow Comes and The Vibes Describes, both on the highly prestigious Blue Note Records, alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, where I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I was joined in a central London coffee shop by pianist and composer Marco Cafolla to discuss his work with Mama Terra, Federation of the Disco Pimp and solo as Cafolla. Marco is all about collaboration, while taking absolutely responsibility for the quality of his playing, composing and producing.It was a joy to chat with him about his impressive work, especially having seen him with Mama Terra at Love Supreme in July 2025.The latest Federation album is Gratuitous and you will find my review of that online here.In our conversation, Marco reveals the impending album from Mama Terra, which is expected in the spring.Thanks to Marco for allowing me to use clips from both Mama Terra and Gratuitous alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Pianist and composer Erik Deutsch is a busy musician, famous particularly in recent years for his work with The Black Crowes. His new album, This Was Then, came out earlier in the summer and thanks to Nigel for allowing me to use clips from it alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.It was an absolute delight to chat with Nigel Price in person just in advance of one of his gigs on his latest UK tour. Nigel's latest album with his Organ Trio is called It's On! and it was a delight to review both the album and the London album launch gig as well.In our chat, Nigel also talks about his video, An Appeal from Grassroots Jazz.Thanks to Nigel for allowing me to use clips from It's On! alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Thanks to Ludovico Einaudi, who I saw perform at London's Royal Albert Hall in July, I discovered the wonderful cellist Redi Hasa. His trio project with Rami Khalife (piano) and Bijan Chemirami (percussion) is called L'Antidote, and their self-titled album came out a few weeks ago. You can read my review of L'Antidote here.It was a delight to chat with Rami and Bijan for this episode, and thanks to them and Ponderosa Music Records for allowing me to use clips from L'Antidote alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I am joined by clarinettist Adrian Cox to discuss his latest trio album, Club Croco. Our conversation discusses Adrian's passion for New Orleans jazz and how he came to form this wonderful trio, which are currently on tour around the world.Thanks to Adrian for allowing me to use clips from Club Croco alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I am joined my composer Stephen Emmer to discuss his latest album - Mt Mundane. Reflecting Stephen's experiences with tinnitus and hearing loss, this is a fascinating and endearing collection.Thanks to Stephen for allowing me to use clips from Mt. Mundane alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to episode 300 of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This is a major milestone for me and Harmonious World - only around 3% of podcasts reach 200 episodes - and I am delighted to feature my conversation with pianist Chano Dominguez and guitarist Ethan Margolis. Their new album is The Blues Around Us, which is out soon from Unifying Sounds.Thanks to Chano and Ethan for allowing me to use clips from The Blues Around Us alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

There's a lot in store for season 22, so please subscribe!Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.My second conversation with pianist Oscar Rossignoli focuses on his album Levitations, which is an improvised performance recorded at the University of New Orleans Performing Arts Center.Thanks to Oscar for allowing me to use clips from Levitations alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This episode brings a conversation with singer-songwriter Ola Onabule, whose new album - Proof of Life - with guitarist Nicholas Meier came out earlier in the summer. Ola was recently awarded Rising Star: Male Vocalist by Downbeat Magazine. Thanks to Ola for allowing me to use clips from Proof of Life alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.It was a delight to chat with vocalist, violinist and composer Alice Zawadski. She was awarded Jazz Vocalist of the Year at the 2025 Jazz FM awards and I saw her perform at Watford Jazz Junction in May and at the Barbican in June. As we spoke recently, she's preparing for her appearance at the K-Music Festival 2025 with Korean ensemble Hilgeum. As well as discussing aspects of her music in general, we also spoke about the time she spent in South Korea as part of this latest collaboration.Thanks to Alice for allowing me to use clips from her latest album - Za Gorami -  alongside our conversation. That album features Fred Thomas on piano and Misha Mullov-Abbado on bass, who I interviewed back in August. We also touched on Alice's work with bassist Daniel Casimir, who I interviewed while at Love Supreme in July.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I chatted with Ukrainian musician and composer Artur Dotsiak, who is currently based in the UK. He was a top 20 finalist for the Trophee Mondial de l'Accordeon and is also recipient of the Ukrainian Presidential Scholarship for Excellence in Music and we discuss his desire to share a Ukrainian sound and spirit through his music.Thanks to Artur for allowing me to use clips from his recent recordings alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode I am joined by composer and pianist Doug Wyatt, whose new album - Days of Gypsy Nights - came out in the spring.Thanks to Doug for allowing me to use tracks from Days of Gypsy Nights alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.In preparation for this episode, I sat in on a recording session at the famous Abbey Road studios. Composer Jamie Poulsen and I then met for coffee and a chat a few days later.The recording session was principally for Jamie's Piano Concerto (a few clips of which you can hear alongside our conversation), performed by members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and pianist Robert Thies. On hand for Production was my past guest Danae Xanthe Vlasse and it was a delight to experience the magic of recording once more.Jamie and I also discussed his wide-ranging piano and composing credits, as well as his work (that sounds like a lot of fun) with the NOLA Jazz Band.I hope you enjoy listening in on my chat with Jamie and I'm grateful to him for sending me a sneak preview of his Piano Concerto to feature alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This is my third episode chatting with Matthew Detrick, one of the founding musicians of Apollo Chamber Players. You can listen to our earlier episodes from November 2021 and January 2023 to find out more about the work the ensemble is doing, especially in commissioning new work.For this episode, we're discussing Ban: Stories of Censorship, which includes The Book of Names by Marty Regan, which includes narration by George Takei, who is so much more than the actor who portrayed Mr Sulu in Star Trek. You will find out why during our conversation.The discussions around censorship and this fascinating music were particularly interesting as I have just finished reading James, by Percival Everett, which is a brilliant version of Huckleberry Finn. I can heartily recommend the book as well as this album. Thanks to Matthew and the other members of Apollo Chamber Players for allowing me to use tracks from Ban: Stories of Censorship alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Released on 1 September, when autumn is definitely in the UK air, this episode features a discussion with pianist Ann Sweeten: she released Still a few weeks ago. As she explains in our conversation, she's already working on tracks for the next album, so watch this space.Thanks to Ann for allowing me to use tracks from Still alongside our conversation, particularly ending our chat with Autumnal Breeze.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.It's a pleasure to discover artists when they're relatively new to the international music world, and for this episode I chatted with pianist Talon Smith about his new album Debut.Thanks to Talon for allowing me to use tracks from Debut alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Saxophonist Dave Anderson and I began with a chat about his latest album - In Lieu of Flowers - and progressed to discussions about folk music and influences on jazz. We shared our mutual admiration for Maria Schneider and he introduced me to the 'Ernie and Bert' theory (you'll have to listen to find out more).Thanks to Dave for allowing me to use tracks from In Lieu of Flowers alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This is another special episode, following one last August. In both, I speak to campers and tutors on the Great British Music Camp. This year - GBMC's 10th year - I was delighted to also chat with Ben Mark Turner, Musical Director on Miss Saigon and previously a tutor at GBMC, who visited us for a day.I hope you enjoy listening to something of the magic behind this amazing camp that brings together musicians and young people.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Having met up with bass player, composer and band leader Misha Mullov-Abbado backstage at Alice Zawadzki's Watford Jazz Junction gig a couple of months ago, it was great to chat with him in the lobby of the Barbican Centre. Misha's latest album is Effra and we discussed the tracks, his band and some of the fascinating projects he has coming up.Thanks to Misha for allowing me to use extracts from Effra alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I chatted with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Fini Bearman in the lobby of the Barbican Centre, right next door to the Guildhall School of Music where she honed her craft and still helps others do the same. Fini's latest album is Last Night of the World and it was fascinating to discuss the inspiration behind her tunes, including the title track.Thanks to Fini for allowing me to use extracts from Last Night of the World alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.This episode features a conversation with pianist James Pearson about his work to help celebrate the centenary of the birth of Oscar Peterson. James's live shows are extraordinary and I highly recommend you track down one of his appearances, whether in his guise as house pianist at London's iconic Ronnie Scott's or elsewhere. Thanks to James for allowing me to use extracts from Remembering Oscar Peterson alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.It was a great pleasure to chat for the third time with Jane Ira Bloom, who has just been named Soprano Saxophonist of the Year by Downbeat magazine. Her latest album is Songs in Space and you can listen to our other conversations here (January 2021) and here with Allison Miller (December 2021).Thanks to Jane for allowing me to use tracks from Songs in Space alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Return to Electric is the new album from drummer Phil Haynes, and he joins me to discuss it, as well as the path that has led him here.Thanks to Phil for allowing me to use tracks from Return to Electric alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Drummer and composer Ofri Nehemya joins me for an interesting chat around his solo debut album - Time Traveler, out now on Adhyaropa Records.Thanks to Ofri for allowing me to use tracks from Time Traveler alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this latest episode, I am joined by pianist Mark Gordon, who runs the Scarborough Jazz Festival.Not only is the 2025 Festival running from 26-28 September, but there's also a Live Compilation CD available with recordings from 2024. Thanks to Mark for allowing me to use tracks from that CD alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I've just returned from Love Supreme 2025 and I had the delight of interviewing Fergus Quill, Pete Roth and Mike Pratt as well as Daniel Casimir.I'll let them do the talking, but you can find out about their music as well as hear discussion of Ferg's Imaginary Big Band (read my review of them at Ronnie's here) Dan Coulthurst, Nico Widdowson (who I also heard perform at Watford Jazz Junction), Binker Golding and Camilla George.The track you can hear at the start and end of this episode is the Harmonious World theme tune, composed and performed by pianist Joe English.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, you can hear my conversation with David Handler, who is a composer, violinist and club owner in New York City. His debut album - Life Like Violence - is out now on Cantaloupe Music. It's a fascinating collection of acoustic and electronic music that, as we discuss, is not for background listening.Thanks to David for allowing me to share clips from Life Like Violence alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.The sun was shining and children were playing as I interviewed vocalist Becca Wilkins in London's Finsbury Park just a few days before the launch of her album Reverie. It was a delight to bump into Becca (and her drummer Billy Pod, who I interviewed in 2022) last night at the Barbican, and we followed up this live chat about her album and all things musical and creative.Thanks to Becca for allowing me to share clips from Reverie alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.Enjoy listening to my chat with saxophonist and composer Cecilie Strange. Her album, Beech is the fourth in a collection that really exposes her quasi-classical compositions through storytelling.Cecilie has two upcoming gigs in the UK with Sounds of Denmark - at London's Pizza Express on 25 September and the following day at Turner Sims in Southampton. Catch her if you can.Thanks to Cecilie for allowing me to share clips from Beech alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.It was a huge delight to be joined live in my local coffee shop by pianist and composer Iain Farrington. As you will hear through our conversation, Iain has composed for and performed at some highly prestigious events.We were chatting primarily about the forthcoming world premiere of Talk of the Town, which Iain has composed for Hitchin Chamber Orchestra to perform on 12 July at St Mary's Church as the orchestra celebrates its tenth anniversary. Click here to join us if you can!Thanks to Iain for allowing me to share clips from some of his other compositions and performances.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I was joined by Vonn Vanier, ahead of the release of his fascinating debut album Dawn.   Thanks to Vonn for allowing me to share clips from Dawn, which has a fascinating selection of styles and creativity.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.It was a real delight to chat with Ute Lemper: I was assistant to the Producer of The Wall: Berlin 1990 and Ute sang on stage for that performance. Her latest album is Pirate Jenny, a celebration of revolutionary composer Kurt Weill's 125th birthday this year.If you get a chance to hear Ute sing live, please do take it - if you're in the UK, she's appearing at the Cadogan Hall on Friday 13 June and I hope to be in the audience. Thanks to Ute for allowing me to share clips from Pirate Jenny and you'll want your headphones on to experience the delights of her voice(s)!Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I have known trombonist Dave Keech for several years and it's exciting to hear some of his own new music - his EP Tokyo comes out in October.In our live conversation, Dave and I discuss the tracks and musicians on Tokyo and I hope you enjoy listening in.Thanks to Dave for allowing me to share the single Americanology from the EP, which was released in April. Watch out for more singles to come!Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.As soon as I met Nicole Zuraitis last year, I knew she'd make a great guest and she proved me correct.  There was so much to discuss and I hope you enjoy listening in to our conversation about music, her work with the marvellous Christian McBride and mutual friend Nigel Williams from JazzFM.Thanks to Nicole for allowing me to play tracks from the Grammy-winning How Love Begins as well as the upcoming Siren Songs Volume II alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Welcome to International Jazz Day 2025 and a special episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.While at Claire Cope's album launch, I bumped into harpist and singer Tara Minton, who kindly agreed to be my guest on this very special day.Tara is a great singer and harpist and she tells me in this episode about her composing in Mexico, for a new album which is set for release on 31 October 2025.Thanks to Tara for allowing me to play tracks from her 2021 and 2022 albums Please do not Ignore the Mermaid and Two for the Road alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead my reviews of albums, gigs and books as well as a little personal stuff on my blogFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter