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Send us Fan MailSad songs were popular long before modern playlists. Meet John Dowland, the Elizabethan composer and virtuoso lutenist who transformed melancholy into some of the most hauntingly beautiful music of his age—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Music is everywhere. We stream it in our cars, hear it in stores, and carry thousands of songs in our pockets. But in gaining nearly unlimited access to music, have we lost sight of what music is actually for?Dr. Eliot Grasso, musician, scholar, educator, and one of America's leading performers of the Irish uilleann pipes, returns to BaseCamp Live for a fascinating conversation about music's place in human formation and classical Christian education.Eliot challenges the modern idea that music is primarily something we consume. For most of human history, music was something people made together. It required attention, discipline, participation, listening, and community. And those practices helped form not simply better musicians, but human beings.Davies and Eliot explore why great music may not immediately appeal to our modern tastes, what Eliot means when he calls music "sonic architecture," and why learning to listen well matters far beyond the concert hall. They also offer practical ways parents and schools can cultivate a richer musical life, even if the adults themselves didn't grow up appreciating classical music.And this conversation doesn't just talk about music. Eliot brings along his uilleann pipes and gives listeners a chance to hear this remarkable Irish musical tradition firsthand.Whether you're a musician or can't remember the last time you touched an instrument, this episode offers a compelling invitation to rediscover music as a gift that can help form attention, affection, discipline, beauty, and community.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:Wisdom and EloquenceThe Herzog FoundationLife ArchitectsWisephone by TechlessZipCast Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.
Send us Fan MailStravinsky wasn't always the revolutionary behind The Rite of Spring. Discover how the ancient Greek ideal of Apollo—order, clarity, balance, and restraint—helped shape his Neoclassical music and a very different side of his creativity, all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
This week marks the start of the Gustavo Dudamel era in New York.The superstar conductor was just 28 when he became the musical director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2009. A native of Venezuela and a product of its El Sistema musical training program, Dudamel quickly established himself not just as a great conductor, but also as a cultural force of nature. In his time in Los Angeles, he expanded the Philharmonic's repertoire, created a successful youth outreach program, won prestigious awards and ingratiated himself with Hollywood elite.Now, after 17 years in Los Angeles, Dudamel is taking the helm at one of the world's most famous and storied orchestras: the New York Philharmonic. It's a job once held by Leonard Bernstein, and Dudamel is hoping to follow in Bernstein's footsteps to make the Philharmonic and the music that it plays a bigger part of the pop culture landscape.On today's episode, Joshua Barone, who covers classical music for The Times, discusses Dudamel, what he's accomplished and the high hopes for his tenure with the New York Philharmonic.Music Featured (in order of appearance, all conducted by Gustavo Dudamel):Johann Strauss, Tik-Tak Polka, Polka Schnell, Op. 365, Weiner Philharmoniker (Sony Music Entertainment)Dmitri Shostakovich, Festive Overture, Op. 96, Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra (Deutsche Grammophon)Gustav Mahler, Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor IV. Adagietto, Berlin Philharmonic (Berlin Philharmonic Recordings)Antonin Dvorak, Symphony No. 8 in G Major, Op. 88, B. 163, III. Allegretto grazioso- Molto vivace, Los Angeles Philharmonic (Deutsche Grammophon)John Williams, “The Imperial March” (From “Star Wars: Episode V — The Empire Strikes Back”), Los Angeles Philharmonic (UMG Recordings, Inc)John Adams, “En un Día de Amor Yo Bajé Hasta la Tierra,” The Gospel According to the Other Mary, Los Angeles Master Chorale and Los Angeles Philharmonic (Deutsche Grammophon)Gabriela Ortiz, “Kauyumari,” Los Angeles Philharmonic (Platoon)Ludwig Beethoven, Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92, IV. Allegro con brio, Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra (Deutsche Grammophon)Thomas Adès, “XII. The Thieves — devoured by reptiles,” Dante, Los Angeles Master Chorale and Los Angeles Philharmonic (Nonesuch Records)Ludwig Beethoven, Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brio, Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra (Deutsche Grammophon)Ludwig Beethoven, Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brio, Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra (self-released)Leonard Bernstein, “End Credits” and “The Dance at the Gym: Mambo,” from “West Side Story” (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Los Angeles Philharmonic and New York Philharmonic (Hollywood Records)On Today's Episode:Joshua Barone is an editor for the Culture section of The New York Times who works on classical music and dance coverage. He also writes criticism about classical music and opera.Background Reading:Gustavo Dudamel's Long Goodbye to L.A., and Long Hello to New YorkWhat Makes Superstar Conductor Gustavo Dudamel So Good?Photo Credit: James Estrin/ The New York Times For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hip-hop and classical music normally exist in two very different worlds, but one group from Philadelphia is shattering those genre boundaries. The Illharmonic Orchestra (www.theephantomhiphop.com) performs hip-hop/classical mashups, covers, and original songs, all with a full orchestra. They were the first hip-hop group to perform at the Kimmel Center and have brought a whole new audience to Carnegie Hall. Racquel Williams talks with the group's founders, husband and wife duo “Thee Phantom” Jeffrey McNeill and “The Phoenix” Andrea Coln- McNeill. Then, on Shara in the City, things are heating up in the kitchen at 12th Street Catering (www.12stcatering.com), where they're preparing for the Les Dames d'Escoffier Heritage Dinner honoring chef Michelle Leff with the Outstanding in Her Field Award. Shara Dae Howard gets a cooking lesson and a taste test.
On Friday's show: A Galveston County jury has sentenced James Elmore, 61, to 20 years in prison for his role in a decades-old "Texas Killing Fields" case that went unsolved for over 40 years. We get the details on his trial and sentencing.Also this hour: NASA just launched a new telescope. We learn what makes the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope different than others before it, like the Hubble and the James Webb Space Telescope, and what the agency hopes to discover with new snapshots of the universe.Then, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And members of the ensemble WindSync tell us about their joint performance with Musiqa tonight at Miller Outdoor Theatre.Watch
As WQXR morning host Jeff Spurgeon retires after a 50-year radio career, we sit down with him to reflect on his path from a Nebraska farm to three decades on New York's airwaves, and talk about classical music's surprising resurgence among Gen Z and Millennial listeners.Photo: WQXRGot any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org.NYPD data shows decline in summer crime, as perceptions of safety shift'I want to die': NYPD says it shot, killed knife-wielding man on Brooklyn Bridge cablesBask in the sunshine of NYC's mild and sunny Labor Day weekend weather Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The U.S. struggled to find a unique voice in the classical music canon. The White Spruce Chamber Players bring examples of early efforts to the stage in honor of America's 250th birthday.
Send us Fan MailPrisoners, secret identities, political oppression—and a daring rescue just in time. Discover how the revolutionary spirit of Europe inspired the rescue opera, a dramatic genre that gave us works such as Beethoven's Fidelio—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Oklahoma is joining other states to settle a lawsuit with Facebook parent company Meta.Voters could decide whether to change the state's constitution.An indigenous composer is using classical music to shine a light on language revitalization.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.
Send us Fan MailIt looks like a musical clock, but the Circle of Fifths is actually a map of how musical keys relate to one another. Discover how this ingenious diagram helps explain key signatures, harmony, and even how composers move from one key to another—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Is metal just classical music in a leather jacket? Danny and Mike have been asking a simple question: does genre actually describe the music, or just everything wrapped around it? Strip a metal riff back to its bones and could it just as easily sit next to a Baroque string passage? Swap a rock breakdown's distortion for an orchestra and does pop still sound all that different from classical rock, or modern rock, or anything else? If the notes underneath are often interchangeable, is genre measuring anything real? On this episode, Danny and Mike pull the idea apart, and ask whether it's ever been more than a costume.whatdoweknow.co.nzhttps://buymeacoffee.com/whatdoweknowshowFaceBook Page: https://www.facebook.com/whatdoweknowshow/FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/996177092759495Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatdoweknowshow/TAGSmusic podcast, genre, metal music, classical music, rock music, pop music, music theory, music production, music history, music debateSend us Fan MailSupport the show
David sits down with Dr. Ron Pen, musicology professor and director of the UK John Jacob Niles Center for American Music, to discuss America's most important and most forgotten composer, Anthony Philip Heinrich. They discuss his musical style, how he came to America and Lexington, Kentucky, specifically, and how his music came to be forgotten.
Voyager 1 and 2 have been flying through space for 49 years, with recordings of Bach, Mozart and Chuck Berry on them. Today I look at how this came to be, as well as the first flute to be played off planet. Grma xInline G Merch ⭐️www.Inlineg.myshopify.comInline G Patreon ⭐️www.patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcastInline G will ALWAYS be free of charge, but signing up to the Patreon helps let this podcast reach new heights, if you can afford it. You'll also get to ask questions to upcoming guests as well as get early access to some episodes. Or if you'd rather not spend money, subscribing to my YouTube channel and following me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is a HUGE way to support the podcast. It'll cost you nothing, and it really makes a difference to the algorithm gods. So please interact however you can; like, comment, or subscribe, and help keep this podcast lit xIntro music: Rhythm=Power by Spodo Komodo. Used with permission. All rights reserved by the creator.Chapters:00:00 - Internet Fame and a Dutch Lad04:31 - Dirty Pics for Aliens12:35 - Music For Aliens19:01 - Brainwaves and ISS Flute Gigs
From clapping etiquette to curtain calls, classical music is full of traditions that can seem mysterious to newcomers. YolanDa is joined by brass players Lee (tuba) and Lyndon (trombone) to explore which rituals still matter, which ones are misunderstood, and whether some deserve a rethink.They delve into the strange, wonderful, and sometimes baffling rituals that surround classical music performance. Together, they unpack the hidden rules that audiences and musicians often follow without even thinking about them, from tuning notes and standing ovations to page-turning, applause, and the mysterious role of the personnel manager. Along the way, they debate some big questions: should audiences clap whenever they feel moved to? Are standing ovations becoming meaningless? Has the post-Covid habit of musicians drifting on stage before a concert changed the sense of occasion? And which traditions are essential to creating the magic of a live performance? And in the quiz, Lee and Lyndon test their knowledge of Beethoven's coffee habits, Grieg's lucky charm, and a surprisingly specific pre-concert ritual involving red wine, crumpets, and dates.#PitchMeClassicalInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestra TikTok: @lporchestraBluesky: @lporchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra YouTube: @londonphilharmonicorchestra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Inland Northwest Musicians have been performing across nine counties in northeast Oregon and southeast Washington for nearly three decades. The group formed in 1999 to bring classical music to communities that may otherwise not have access to it. It consists of three ensembles: the Inland Northwest Orchestra, the Inland Northwest Chorale and the Willow Creek Symphony, a preparatory ensemble for new musicians of all ages. Lee Friese is the music director and conductor for all three ensembles. Alice Massey is a founding member of the group and serves as concert master of the orchestra. Payton Baxter has performed with the Willow Creek Symphony since she was 12 years old and now manages the group. They all join us to talk more about bringing classical music to remote corners of the state.
Send us Fan MailWhat if making music sound in tune actually requires making it slightly out of tune? Discover the ingenious compromise of equal temperament and how dividing the octave into twelve equal parts allows musicians to play freely in every key—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
On this day in 1948, Kathleen Battle was born in Portsmouth, Ohio. The acclaimed soprano went on to perform at the Metropolitan Opera and Carnegie Hall, win five Grammy Awards and bring Black spirituals to major concert stages. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, Christoph Wichert shares his journey from classical beginnings to a professional career in music, offering valuable insights into orchestra life, practicing, and performance etiquette. Discover practical tips for musicians and get a glimpse of upcoming concerts and tours with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. Christoph shares insights on contemporary music, the importance of cultural diversity in composition, and practical advice for young musicians navigating their careers. Discover how to foster creativity, build networks, and embrace experimentation in the world of classical and contemporary music.Biography:Austrian bassoonist and artistic researcher Christoph Karl Wichert has been a member of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra since 2008. He graduated from the Conservatory of Vienna, where he studied Bassoon Performance under Michael Werba (Principal Bassoon, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra) and Music Education, further enhancing his training through masterclasses with leading musicians.In Vienna, Christoph was regularly invited to work with prominent Viennese ensembles such as the Wiener Kammerorchester. He also worked as a substitute musician for the Vienna State Opera and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, collaborating with renowned conductors like Zubin Mehta, Seiji Ozawa, Mariss Jansons, Riccardo Muti, and Nikolaus Harnoncourt. An active soloist, Christoph has performed in various recitals and with orchestras, showcasing concertos by Mozart, Weber, Pauer, and Hartl, among others. Before relocating to Singapore, he served as Principal Bassoonist with the Orchester der Vereinigten Bühnen Wien for their productions and taught bassoon, music theory, and symphonic wind band at the music school in Tulln. There, he successfully prepared students for admission to prestigious music universities and co-founded a composition workshop with his colleague Cordula Bösze.Beyond his role with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, Christoph teaches at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music in Singapore Contemporary and Experimental Music and is a guest artist at the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music in Bangkok.In 2015, Christoph co-founded SETTS, Singapore's first fully professional contemporary music ensemble, alongside other dedicated musicians.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Christoph Wichert's Musical Journey02:19 Starting with Classical Music and Early Influences04:16 The Sound That Inspired a Career in Bassoon05:00 Moving to Vienna and Studying the Bassoon07:00 Transition from Austria to Southeast Asia08:50 Balancing Freelance Work and Orchestra Positions11:44 Auditioning in Frankfurt and Singapore12:43 The Singapore Symphony Orchestra Opportunity14:22 Deciding to Stay in Singapore15:04 Memorable Concerts with the Singapore Symphony16:55 Upcoming Tours and Concerts20:52 Working with the New Chief Conductor, Hannu Lintu23:06 Tips for Second Bassoon Players37:26 Encouraging Students and Practice Mindset39:01 Handling Mistakes and Performance Anxiety40:24 The Power of Frustration and Growth Mindset41:18 The Joy of Improvisation and Experimental Music
How do you carry the monumental weight of one of Indian classical music's most revered lineages while fearlessly forging your own contemporary artistic voice? In this episode of TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING, host Dr. Abhay Dandekar sits down with Grammy-nominated Sarod master, composer, and performer Alam Khan. As the son of legendary maestro Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, Alam inherited the keys to the iconic Maihar Gharana tradition. In this deep and intimate conversation, Alam reflects on performance rituals and perfectionism, taking the Sarod into modern landscapes, navigating the "Jedi-like" responsibility of preserving legacy, and why true music must always serve as the "sound of unconditional love."If you enjoy deep dives into culture, identity, and artistic excellence within the South Asian diaspora, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to join our growing community!--------------------------CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction03:02 - Overcoming Stage Fright & Performance Anxiety05:44 - Breaking Free from Perfectionism: "Perfectly Imperfect"08:48 - Maintaining a Growth Mindset in High-Stakes Artistry11:22 - Evolving Relationship with the Sarod: Classical vs. Contemporary15:01 - Meaningful Collaboration vs. "Confusion" Music16:07 - Classical Music as a Spiritual "Lighthouse"18:28 - Sponsor Break: Travelopod and Lotus Lane Coffee19:28 - Preserving Ali Akbar Khan's Legacy & Finding Space22:55 - The Anatomy of Musical Storytelling & Emotion25:15 - Listening to Ali Akbar Khan's Music Over Time28:44 - Teaching at the Ali Akbar College of Music32:17 - The "Jedi Order" Responsibility & Personal Legacy35:27 - Creating from a "World Between Worlds"38:35 - Connecting Audiences to Peace, Power, and Solace40:33 - Episode Outro & Community Shoutouts--------------------------EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS & KEY TAKEAWAYS:• Embracing the "Perfectly Imperfect": How to quiet physiological anxiety on stage and get out of your own way.• The Classical Lighthouse: Why classical foundation provides the creative anchor when exploring contemporary genres.• True Collaboration: Avoiding superficial fusion by ensuring projects resonate deeply and create timeless art.• Spreading the Sonic Gospel: Interpreting teachings for new generations at the Ali Akbar College of Music.--------------------------GUEST & HOST RESOURCES:
Send us Fan MailLong before modern acting schools, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe wrote a remarkable guide for performers. Discover why his advice on clarity, discipline, and natural expression still resonates with actors today—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Booker Rowe, a trailblazing violinist who became the first Black musician to perform with The Philadelphia Orchestra, died July 31 at age 85. During his five-decade career, he broke racial barriers, performed with major artists and taught the next generation of musicians. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan MailMusic wasn't always written down. Discover how a medieval monk named Guido of Arezzo helped revolutionize music with a system of notation that still shapes the way musicians read and perform music today—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Conductor Alexander Briger has led orchestras all over the world. But his niche occupation is not the only fascinating thing about him. Alex's family history is wild.Alexander Briger has stood in front of musicians all over the world, summoning a gigantic, beautiful noise from them.Classical music was a huge part of Alex's story growing up.He is the nephew of the famous conductor, the late Sir Charles Mackerras; and descended from the so-called "father of Australian music", Isaac Nathan.Another branch of Alex's family tree astonishingly connects him to the man who murdered Rasputin.Rasputin was a Russian peasant and mystic, whose abilities as a faith healer drew him into the inner circle of the Russian Tzars.Fearing his destructive grip on the monarchy, a posse of aristocrats led by Alex's ancestor, Prince Felix Yusupov, drew Rasputin into a trap, luring him to his death in a Saint Petersburg basement in 1916.In recent years, Alex was invited to Russia to conduct a modern opera, coincidentally called and about Rasputin, in a full circle moment.Alex is back in Australia right now as the chief conductor and artistic director of the Australian World Orchestra, the only ensemble of its kind in the world.The Australian World Orchestra is playing in Melbourne on 19 August and in Sydney on 20 August. You can find out more about the orchestra and its performances online.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores classical music, Russian revolution, family history, Paris, Munich, Berlin Philharmonic, conducting, symphony, Mahler, the great Western composers, Wagner, Stravinsky, Shostakovich, Jewish Australians, whacky history, Yusupov, how did Rasputin die, European politics, Bolshevik Revolution, the October Revolution, exile, ballet, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Australian classical music, Australian expats.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.
We're relaunching Let It Roll by reposting every episode in chronological order by subject matter. In this episode, host Nate Wilcox welcomes back Ted Gioia to continue their discussion of his book “Music: A Subversive History.” Nate and Ted talk about the less than perfect realities of the lives of the great composers. From the murderous makers of madrigals to the sometimes sordid antics of J.S. Bach to the very problematic Richard Wagner, Ted brings a very different perspective to the men we see as paragons of the establishment. This episode originally aired in 2020. GO TO THE LET IT ROLL SUBSTACK TO HEAR THE FULL EPISODE -- The final 15 minutes of this episode are exclusively for paying subscribers to the Let It Roll Substack. Also subscribe to the LET IT ROLL EXTRA feed on Apple, Spotify or your preferred podcast service to access the full episodes via your preferred podcast outlet. We've got all 350+ episodes listed, organized by mini-series, genre, era, co-host, guest and more. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to support the show. Thanks! Email letitrollpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter. Let It Roll is proud to be part of Pantheon Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you classical-curious but don't know where to start? Our roundtable of experts share some tips on where to start.Broadcast on Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2026, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.
Send us Fan MailThe early twentieth century was a time of enormous musical change. Discover how composers responded to a changing world by breaking traditions, experimenting with new sounds, and redefining what classical music could become—all in just sixty seconds.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
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Send us Fan MailOpera didn't appear overnight. Meet Claudio Monteverdi, the composer who transformed music into powerful drama and helped create one of the world's greatest art forms. In just sixty seconds, discover why he's often called the father of opera.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
It's another Listener Mail episode, and this week the High on Home Grown community has sent in another fantastic selection of questions covering everything from grow room science to keeping your harvest as discreet as possible. We kick things off by tackling a question inspired by AI-generated growing advice: do cannabis plants breathe oxygen at night, and should you avoid watering before lights out? We separate fact from fiction and discuss how cannabis plants actually behave during their light and dark cycles. We also share practical tips for reducing the smell during trim jail, and explore the long-standing claim that classical music can help plants grow. Is there any science behind it, or is it simply another gardening myth? The panel also discusses using the dry mode on modern air conditioners to control both temperature and humidity, whether it's a worthwhile option for indoor growers, and takes a closer look at nutrient mixing. We answer a question about CANNA's recommended feeding ratios, EC management, and whether diluting a correctly balanced nutrient solution is the best way to feed your plants. Finally, we chat about what to do with cannabis roots after harvest, when it's time to replace your carbon filter if you're running high airflow through your tent, and plenty of the usual Listener Mail banter that makes these episodes so much fun. As always, it's a relaxed conversation full of practical growing advice, cannabis science, community questions, and more than a few laughs along the way.
After 11 years, Alexander Shelley has stepped down as the National Arts Centre Orchestra's music director. Alexander sits down with Tom Power in Ottawa's Southam Hall to talk about how he was able to use music to tell stories that showed so many different sides of the country, as well as how he created performances that reflect the world we live in today.
Send us Fan MailLet's travel back more than 1,100 years to meet Kassia of Constantinople, the earliest known female composer whose music still survives today. In just sixty seconds, I'll introduce you to this extraordinary Byzantine abbess, poet, and composer whose works are still sung today.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
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Classical music is sometimes seen as serious, formal, and maybe even a little intimidating. But is that image fair? YolanDa is joined by London Philharmonic Orchestra violinist Alice and trombonist Tempo to uncover what really goes on behind the scenes of an orchestra.Pirates, karaoke, beer cans, and a trombone-playing wedding guest aren't usually associated with classical music. But according to YolanDa, Alice, and Tempo, they're all part of the surprisingly un-stuffy world of orchestral life. Together, they explore why classical music is sometimes seen as formal and intimidating, and whether that reputation still holds up today. Along the way, they reveal the hidden culture of the orchestra: from inside jokes and rehearsal pranks to foot-tapping applause, improvisation, and even Rite of Spring raves. They also tackle some big questions: are classical musicians really all that different from athletes? Does concert dress make orchestras seem more exclusive than they are? And can a genre built on centuries-old music still be spontaneous and adventurous?#PitchMeClassicalInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestra TikTok: @lporchestraBluesky: @lporchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra YouTube: @londonphilharmonicorchestra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The term "classical music" includes a wide variety of music and artists. This hour we take a look at what that category really means. We celebrate the form and help you figure out how to start listening to the genre. Plus, how video game music is bringing new listeners to classical music and live orchestras. GUESTS: Matthew Aucoin: American composer, conductor, writer, pianist, and a 2018 MacArthur Fellow. He is author of “The Impossible Art: Adventures in Opera” and is co-founder of the American Modern Opera Company. His opera “Euridyce” was produced by the Metropolitan Opera in 2021, making him the youngest composer in nearly a century to have an opera produced by The Met Arianna Warsaw-Fan Rauch: Author of “Declassified: A Low-Key Guide to the High-Strung World of Classical Music”. She is also a violinist who has performed in venues around the world Carolyn Kuan: Music Director of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. In 2025, she led the acclaimed world premiere of Huang Ruo’s "The Monkey King" at San Francisco Opera. Her recording of Huang Ruo’s "An American Soldier" with the American Composers Orchestra received a 2026 Grammy nomination J. Aaron Hardwick: An internationally active professional conductor, professor of music at Wake Forest University, and Director of the Wake Forest University Symphony Orchestra, recognized for his work in classical and contemporary repertoire and innovative orchestral programming, including video game music Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Colin McEnroe contributed to this show, which originally aired February 5, 2026.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, we enter the world of classical music and artistic perseverance — a conversation about resilience, mastery, identity, and what it takes to stay devoted to your craft over a lifetime.Our guest is David Singer, internationally acclaimed clarinetist, educator, chamber musician, and author of the memoir From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall.David's WebsiteDavid's Facebook pageDavid's extraordinary career has included performances at the White House for Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton, appearances at Carnegie Hall with Yehudi Menuhin, performances alongside Yo-Yo Ma and Rudolf Serkin, and years as co-Principal Clarinetist with the Grammy Award-winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra.But behind those accomplishments is another story — one of overcoming an abusive childhood, struggling financially as a young musician, driving a cab to support his family, and refusing to let go of his calling.The Journey from Survival to CallingDavid, your memoir title alone — From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall — tells a powerful story of perseverance.Take us back to those early years. Despite difficult circumstances growing up and the instability of life as a young musician, what kept pulling you back toward music? At what point did you realize this wasn't simply something you loved — it was something you were willing to sacrifice for?The Influence of Rudolf Jettel and Musical ObsessionYou've described Rudolf Jettel, Principal Clarinetist of the Vienna Philharmonic, as your “musical father.”You first studied with him as a 12-year-old boy and even sat beside him during Vienna Philharmonic performances. What did those experiences awaken in you creatively and emotionally? And how did that mentorship shape not only your musicianship, but your standards for excellence?Performing at the Highest LevelYour career has brought you into some of the world's most prestigious musical environments — from Carnegie Hall to collaborations with artists like Yehudi Menuhin, Yo-Yo Ma, and Rudolf Serkin.When performing at that level, what separates technical mastery from true artistic expression? What have you learned about communication, emotion, and presence through music?Reinvention, Teaching, and Giving BackIn addition to performing, you've spent decades mentoring young musicians and building chamber music programs at institutions like Montclair State University, Yale, and Princeton.What do you believe young artists today most need to understand about building a sustainable creative life? And how has teaching deepened your own understanding of creativity and performance?Writing the Memoir: From Musician to AuthorThis book marks your debut as an author, and it goes far beyond music. It's about resilience, identity, family, and survival.What inspired you to finally tell this story now? And during the writing and audiobook process, what did you discover about yourself that surprised you?David, after a lifetime devoted to music, performance, and teaching, what advice would you give to someone who feels deeply called to a creative path — but is struggling to hold onto belief inIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, share it with someone who loves music and creativity, and leave us a review.
This week, Newport Classical is the subject of the program with Oliver Inteeworn, the new Executive Director, and Elise Felker, Director of Marketing. We talk about their upcoming Festival season, which runs from July 2nd through July 19th, and listen to music related to those performances. For more information, you can go to www.newportclassical.org
Send us Fan MailJoin me as I introduce you to Pérotin, one of the earliest known composers whose music still survives today. In just sixty seconds, you'll discover how this remarkable medieval composer helped shape the future of Western classical musicLove classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Send us Fan MailWhy does Richard Wagner remain one of the most debated figures in classical music?In this episode of The Classical Music Minute, we explore the complex legacy of the German composer whose operas revolutionized music drama while also generating lasting controversy.Wagner's artistic influence was profound. His innovations in harmony, orchestration, and storytelling shaped the future of opera and inspired countless composers.At the same time, Wagner published antisemitic writings that remain deeply troubling. His music was later embraced by the Nazi regime, creating historical associations that continue to spark discussion and debate.Today, Wagner's legacy raises important questions about how we evaluate great works of art when their creators held objectionable views.In just sixty seconds, discover why Richard Wagner remains both celebrated and controversial.Love classical music? There's more to discover.If you enjoyed this episode, you can read the companion article and subscribe on Substack at The Classical Music Minute. And for a brand-new narrated classical music story every day, download the Classical Minute app for iPhone.Until next time, I'm Steven Hobé. Thanks for listening to The Classical Music Minute.
Send us Fan MailWhy are there so many violins in a symphony orchestra?In this episode of The Classical Music Minute, we explore the role of the violin section and why it often contains more players than any other group in the orchestra.Because a single violin produces a relatively delicate sound, many players are needed to create the rich, powerful sonority associated with orchestral strings. Violins also perform much of the orchestra's melodic and harmonic material, making them central to the overall musical texture.Large orchestras often include twenty to thirty violins split between first and second violin sections, helping balance the sound of the brass, woodwinds, and percussion.In just sixty seconds, discover why the violin became the largest section of the modern orchestra.Fun FactIn some of the largest late-Romantic works, composers such as Gustav Mahler and Richard Strauss called for string sections so large that more than forty violins could be on stage at the same time.About The Classical Music MinuteThe Classical Music Minute is a short podcast exploring fascinating stories, quirky history, and surprising facts from the world of classical music—all in about sixty seconds.Each episode offers a quick and entertaining glimpse into composers, masterpieces, musical traditions, and the curious moments that shaped music history.You can also read the written versions of these episodes on Substack, where they're published as short articles delivered directly to subscribers.About Steven, HostSteven Hobé is a Canadian composer and actor based in Toronto and a member of the Canadian League of Composers. He is the creator and host of The Classical Music Minute, a series devoted to making classical music history engaging, surprising, and accessible.Join me on Substack
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the thing you love most becomes the thing you can never completely walk away from?This week on Here's What We Know, conductor and pianist Robert Emery returns for a conversation about creativity, music, and the curious ways our minds work. From practice rooms to Abbey Road Studios, Robert shares what life is really like for a professional musician, why creative people often struggle to switch off, and what he's learned from spending a lifetime immersed in music.Gary and Robert also trade stories about family, parenting, travel, questionable hotel experiences, and the challenges that come with building a career around passion. They explore the lives of Mozart, Franz Liszt, and Berlioz, uncovering the very human struggles, quirks, and triumphs behind some of history's most celebrated composers.Robert also shares the story behind Orchestral Meditations, his latest project featuring meditation music recorded at Abbey Road Studios with a full symphony orchestra and choir.In This Episode:• Why musicians never really leave work behind• The truth about practicing and mastering a craft• What Mozart and Michael Jackson may have had in common• How creativity affects everyday life• Stories from Abbey Road Studios• The fascinating history of Franz Liszt and musical celebrity• Why travel helps reset the mind This episode is sponsored by: Reed Animal Hospital Bio:Robert Emery is a conductor, pianist, and serial entrepreneur. He is lucky enough to travel the world; ranging from performances in London's Royal Albert Hall, through to the Sydney Opera House, Robert has seen them all.Besides music, he is the Founder & Director of The Arts Group, one of the most diverse entertainment companies in the UK. Within the portfolio is a national music tuition agency, symphony orchestra, choir, artist agency, record label, and production company.Aside from that, he lives in London and Cambridge, has a wife (Mrs. E), a toddler (Master T), a baby (Master A), and 4 cats.Website: https://robertemery.com/Orchestral Meditation: http://orchestralmeditation.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/robertemeryofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertemeryofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertemeryofficial/Tags: Robert Emery, Creativity, Classical Music, Professional Musician, Music Career, Mozart, Franz Liszt, Music History, Conducting, Pianist, Abbey Road Studios, Orchestral Meditations, Creative Process, Creative Life, Music Industry, Composers, Arts & Culture, Creativity and Purpose, Work-Life Balance, Performing Arts, Creative Careers, Music Education, Connect with Gary:Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!
A few weeks ago, we talked to two sonic branding experts who compose music for household appliances. And we played for them a song “sung” by a washing machine that they didn't really appreciate. But many of our listeners immediately identified the tune, a famous melody by 19th-century composer Franz Schubert. And, as our guest tells us, it's not just any tune—it's one of Schubert's most beloved compositions, “The Trout,” which he returned to several times during his short but prolific career. L. Michael Griffel, a Schubert expert and former head of the music history department at The Julliard School, joins us for our mea culpa to “Die Forelle.” A transcript for this episode will be added to the original segment page: Who's composing music for my washing machine? Subscribe to this podcast. Follow our show on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Bluesky @scifri and sign up for our newsletters. Got a science question that's keeping you up at night? Call us: 877-472-4374 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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From Radar Research to Stellar Nucleosynthesis Fred Hoyle, born in West Yorkshire in 1915, spent his childhood immersed in the cinema where his mother worked as a pianist, performing classical music for silent films and providing the environment where Hoyle taught himself to read by watching the onscreen subtitles. He pursued his higher education at Cambridge, where he studied under distinguished physicists like Paul Dirac, Max Born, and Rudolf Peierls while developing an interest in chemistry and particle physics. After earning his PhD in 1939, Hoyle's academic career was interrupted by World War II, during which he performed secret radar research for the British military in Section 8X RC8 before returning to Cambridge as a professor in 1945. A critical turning point occurred during a military-related trip to the United States when he met astronomer Walter Baade, whose research into population I and II stars and the catastrophic energy of supernovae inspired Hoyle to investigate how elements are formed. In 1946, Hoyle published a seminal paper on stellar nucleosynthesis, theorizing that the universe's chemical elements, from hydrogen to uranium, were forged step-by-step within the cores of massive stars. This theory emerged during a period of great debate between the "cosmic egg" model proposed by Georges Lemaître and the "steady state" model, the latter of which Hoyle championed despite Albert Einstein's earlier rejection of a similar concept in an unpublished paper. While Gamow argued that all elements were synthesized in the high-heat environment of the early expanding universe, Hoyle maintained that the cosmos was perpetual and lacked a definitive beginning. This rivalry was further complicated by the fact that 1940s astronomers had not yet accurately determined the age of the universe, with estimates fluctuating wildly between 2 billion and 10 billion years. Guest Author: Paul Halpern. (2/4)DECEMBER 1961
Click here to find Tyler's new generative book, The Marginal Revolution: Rise and Decline, and the Pending AI Revolution! Arthur Brooks reckons he's on the fourth leg of a spiral-shaped career: French horn player, economist, president of the American Enterprise Institute, and now Harvard professor and evangelist for the science of happiness. His new book, The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness, argues that happiness isn't a feeling but a combination of enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning — the macronutrients of happiness, he calls them — and that most of us are gorging on the wrong ones. Tyler, naturally, wants to know: what's the marginal value of a book on happiness, and what does spiral number five look like? Along the way, Tyler and Arthur cover how scarcity makes savoring possible and why knowing you'll die young sharpens the mind, what twin studies tell us about the genetics of well-being and why that's not actually depressing, the four habits of the genuinely happy, the placebo theory of happiness books, curiosity as an evolved positive emotion, the optimal degree of self-deception, why Arthur chose Catholicism rather than Orthodoxy, what the research says about accepting death, how he became an economist via correspondence school, AI's effect on think tanks, the future of classical music, whether Trumpism or Reaganism is the equilibrium state of American conservatism, whether his views on immigration have changed, what he and Oprah actually agree on, which president from his lifetime he most admires, Barcelona versus Madrid, what 60-year-olds are especially good at, why he's reading Josef Pieper, how he'll face death, and much more. Read a full transcript enhanced with helpful links, or watch the full video on the new dedicated Conversations with Tyler channel. Recorded March 19th, 2026. This episode was made possible through the support of the John Templeton Foundation. Other ways to connect Follow us on X and Instagram Follow Tyler on X Follow Arthur on X Sign up for our newsletter Join our Discord Email us: cowenconvos@mercatus.gmu.edu Learn more about Conversations with Tyler and other Mercatus Center podcasts here. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:10 - The Macronutrients of Happiness 00:07:54 - What Happiness Books are Worth 00:12:28 - The Habits of the Happiest People 00:14:27 - Why the Young Reject Happiness Advice 00:17:35 - Curiosity's Role in Happiness 00:20:22 - Self-Deception 00:22:04 - Facing Death 00:25:44 - Choosing a Religion 00:28:41 - Immigration 00:30:27 - The American Right Wing 00:33:55 - AI's Role in Happiness 00:37:12 - What Drives Generosity 00:38:37 - Oprah's Political Views 00:40:16 - Which Political Leaders Arthur Admires 00:41:59 - The Best French Horn Players 00:43:40 - Arthur's Spiral of Careers 00:48:20 - The Future of Think Tanks 00:49:50 - The Future of Classical Music 00:51:27 - Living in Spain 00:55:34 - Age and Peak Performance 00:56:12 - What Arthur Will Do Next 00:59:14 - Outro Image Credit: Jenny Sherman
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