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I chatted with world renowned clarinet Julian Bliss who is performing in Dubai Opera this weekend. We talked about his journey in music, how clarinet became his instrument of choice, passion for music, and so much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
British clarinettist Julian Bliss has an extremely wide breadth of listening tastes, from heavy metal to core classical via jazz and funk. In this episode, he tells us about his passion for Rachmaninov and Oscar Petersen and why he thinks wind band music should be taken more seriously in the UK. He also reflects on the last year of lockdown and what it meant for his practice and approach to performance.Recordings featured:Stranger on the Shore (Acker Bilk)Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 (Martha Argerich, Berlin Philharmonic/Claudio Abbado)Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 (Alexandre Tharaud, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra/Alexander Vedernikov)The Masquerade is Over (Nancy Wilson and Cannonball Adderley)Eric Whitacre: EquusPuccini: Madama Butterfly (Maria Callas, Orchestra del Teatro alla Scala di Milano/Herbert von Karajan)Strauss: Eine Alpensinfonie (London Symphony Orchestra/Bernard Haitink)Glass: Etude No. 2 (Vikingur Olafsson)Invaders Must Die (The Prodigy) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
May 21, 2021 At long last, Julian Bliss, internationally renowned clarinet phenom, and I get to chat! It's been two years in the making, but through the beauty of video conferencing we were able to conduct the interview. The interview starts well, at the beginning, discussing when and why Julian fell in love with the clarinet. From there we hit a lot of topics, including, performing for the queen at just 12 years old, transitioning to a professional adult musician, his love of danger, on and off stage, the forming of his jazz septet, lots of talk about a mutual hero, Benny Goodman, some exciting news about a brand new EP which he recorded with percussionist Joby Burgess, being released in June, and even talk about skydiving with his clarinet, while dressed as a bumblebee, performing Flight of The Bumblebee!? Julian Bliss is one of the world's finest clarinetists, excelling as a concerto soloist, chamber musician, jazz artist, masterclass leader and tireless musical explorer. He has inspired a generation of young players as creator of his Conn-Selmer range of affordable clarinets, and introduced a substantial new audience to his instrument.
This week Paul is joined by British clarinettist Julian Bliss for a brief history of the the instrument, touching upon its earliest appearances in Mozart, through Krommer and Brahms, and its important role in the development of jazz in the first half of the 20th century. The episode includes not one but two "sneak peeks" of forthcoming recordings from Julian, one of which was recorded in Julian's home studio during lockdown.
In their latest set of shenanigans, the boys bend time with Johannes Brahms and talk to one of the world's leading clarinettists – and No. 1 Jamiroquai fan – Julian Bliss. Buckle up for a wild ride. …Pre-orer Julian Bliss's new recording of the Brahms clarinet sonatas: https://smarturl.it/BrahmsSonatas Watch Worcester Cathedral's mutton-chopped Canon Precentor Michael Brierley announce the big news: https://twitter.com/WorcCathedral/status/1373617040393703424 …Music Referenced: ‘Tim and Sam's Podcast' written and performed by Harry Sever William Byrd's Ne Irascaris Domine, performed by Ely Cathedral Choir and Durham Cathedral ChoirBrahms's Piano Trio No. 2 in C Major Op. 87 – I. Allegro, performed by Joseph Szigeti, Pablo Casals, and Myra HessMaurice Ravel's Rhapsodie Espagnole, performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker under Pierre Boulez‘I Feel Pretty' from Leonard Bernstein's West Side StoryGeorge Gershwin's ‘I Got Rhythm', performed by the Julian Bliss SeptetBrahms's ‘Denn es gehet dem Menschen' arr. Bliss, performed by Julian Bliss and James BalliolBrahm's's Sonata for clarinet in E-Flat Major, No. 2 – III. Andante con moto – Allegro, performed by Julian Bliss and James Balliol…Follow us here: instagram.com/classicalpod/ twitter.com/ClassicalPod facebook.com/ClassicalPod/
In the final episode of the series, Andy takes a look at some of Beethoven's later works and asks his guests to explain which 1 piece of his music best describes the great composer's legacy and influence. References to tour merch, Wimpy and privet hedges may also feature. Many thanks to the following musicians who contributed to this episode: Pianist Stephen Hough, conductor Karin Hendrickson, clarinettist Julian Bliss, Scala Radio presenter Jack Pepper, violinist Nicola Benedetti, leader of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra Maya Iwabuchi, conductor Jonathon Heyward, violinist Anna Phoebe from AVAWAVES and music director of the Halle Orchestra Mark Elder. Thanks also to the London Philharmonic Orchestra for providing some of the music extracts - we heard their recording of the 5th symphony, conducted by Kurt Masur, and the 9th, conducted by Klaus Tennstedt. You can find LPO Label releases on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings. This podcast also features clips of Beethoven's Piano Concertos 3 & 4, performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5 performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com
In the penultimate episode, Andy Bush turns to Beethoven's ill health and explores how it affected his music. How he was able to continue composing as he became increasingly deaf? Andy gains insight from Maya Iwabuchi, leader of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, clarinettist Julian Bliss, cellist Matthew Barley, pianist Stephen Hough, conductor Karin Hendrickson and Scala Radio presenter and composer Jack Pepper. The podcast features an extract of Beethoven's Cello Sonata No.3, played by Leonard Elschenbroich and Alexei Grynyuk, which is available on Onyx Records, and his second symphony, played by the Britten Sinfonia, which is released on Signum Classics, along with clips of the Piano Concertos 3 & 4, performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5, played by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com. Other extracts were provided by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and you can find LPO Label releases on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings.
Andy Bush investigates Beethoven's skills on stage, as a pianist, improviser and conductor, and finds useful parallels with Donkey Kong, dry ice and Dane Bowers. The guests in this episode are conductors Karin Hendrickson, Jonathon Heyward and Sir Mark Elder, pianist Stephen Hough, cellist Matthew Barley, clarinettist Julian Bliss and composer and Scala Radio presenter Jack Pepper. This podcast features clips of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No.3 3 & 4, performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Symphony No.7, performed by the Britten Sinfonia, and the Piano Concerto No.5 performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com. Other musical extracts were provided by the London Philharmonic Orchestra; LPO Label releases are available on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings.
Andy Bush takes a look at the premieres of Beethoven's works that have gone down in history and manages to include references to in-flight safety videos, good soup and premium rate phone lines. The guests in this episode are conductors Sir Mark Elder and Karin Hendrickson, pianist Stephen Hough and clarinettist Julian Bliss. This podcast features clips of Beethoven's Symphonies 5, 6 and 9, performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra; LPO Label releases are available on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings. The recordings of Beethoven's Piano Concertos 3 & 4 are performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5 is performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com
Andy Bush takes a look at Ludwig's friends, frenemies and the significant members of his family. References to X-men, index fingers and Bond villains also feature. The guests in this episode are conductor Karin Hendrickson, composer and Scala Radio presenter Jack Pepper, cellist Matthew Barley and clarinettist Julian Bliss. The extracts of Beethoven's Symphonies 5 & 9 are performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra; LPO Label releases are available on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings. The recordings of Beethoven's Piano Concertos 3 & 4 are performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5 is performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com
Andy Bush finds out about the objects of Beethoven's affections - and it turns out there were quite a few. Who was the Immortal Beloved? Who's the Elise in 'Fur Elise'? And where do llamas and bowls of urine come into all of this? The guests in this podcast are clarinettist Julian Bliss, violinist Nicola Benedetti, conductor Karin Hendrickson, leader of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra Maya Iwabuchi, conductor Mark Elder and cellist Matthew Barley. This podcast features a clip of 'Fur Elise' played by Llyr Williams, available here: http://hyperurl.co/BeethovenUnbound. The extracts of Beethoven's Symphonies 5 & 9 are performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra; LPO Label releases are available on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings. The recordings of Beethoven's Piano Concertos 3 & 4 are performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5 is performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com/
In this episode, Andy Bush takes a look at the composers who proved to be the biggest influences on a young Ludwig, namely Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Franz Joseph Haydn. Celebrity chefs, Mr Miyagi and Louis Theroux also get a mention as well… The guests in this podcast are cellist Matthew Barley, conductor Jonathon Heyward, clarinettist Julian Bliss, Scala Radio presenter and composer Jack Pepper, conductor Karin Hendrickson and Music Director of the Hallé Orchestra Sir Mark Elder. This podcast features extracts of Beethoven's Symphonies 5 & 9 and Mozart's Piano Concerto No.20 performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. LPO Label releases are available on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings. The recordings of Beethoven's Piano Concertos 3 & 4 are performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5 is performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com/
Andy Bush gets to grips with Beethoven's Piano Concerto No.0, musical terminology such as ‘WoO' and his first completed symphony, somehow managing to find parallels with King's Cross station, butter adverts and Beverly Hills 90210. The guests in this podcast are Scala Radio presenter and composer Jack Pepper, conductor Carlo Rizzi, cellist Matthew Barley, clarinettist Julian Bliss and conductor Jonathon Heyward. This podcast features extracts of Beethoven's Symphonies 1, 5 & 9 performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. LPO Label releases are available on all major streaming platforms and at lpo.org.uk/recordings. The recordings of Beethoven's Piano Concertos 3 & 4 are performed by Elizabeth Sombart and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Piano Concerto No.5 is performed by Alessio Bax and the Southbank Sinfonia - all are available at https://signumrecords.com/
Sean Rafferty is joined in the studio by a mix of world-class ensembles; Welsh folk group 9Bach perform live and talk about this year's New Music Biennial in Hull and London, and there's beautiful performances from the Heath Quartet and the London Bridge Trio. Also on the podcast, clarinetist Julian Bliss discusses life on the road and performs works by Brahms and André Messager.
n this episode, we explore the Julian Bliss Septet in the lead-up to their performance at Armstrong Auditorium Thursday February 14 — which will be a tribute the King of Swing Benny Goodman. We also have an exclusive interview with Julian Bliss himself, about his background, his band, and what excites him most about this upcoming performance. Julian Bliss Septet at Armstrong Auditorium:https://www.armstrongauditorium.org/performance/julian-bliss-septet
Clarinettist Julian Bliss talks to Editor Martin Cullingford about his new recording of the Mozart and Weber clarinet quintets with the Carducci String Quartet on Signum Classics. He also discusses his love of jazz, and about helping design a new clarinet.
Musitseerivad Sean Shibe (kitarr, elektrikitarr, lauto, lint) ja Julian Bliss (klarnet, lint), kes kõrvutavad oma kavas lautokäsikirjade materjali ning Johann Sebastian Bachi ja Steve Reichi loomingut.
Musitseerivad Sean Shibe (kitarr, elektrikitarr, lauto, lint) ja Julian Bliss (klarnet, lint), kes kõrvutavad oma kavas lautokäsikirjade materjali ning Johann Sebastian Bachi ja Steve Reichi loomingut.
Clarinettist Julian Bliss, who plays both classical and jazz clarinet, chooses pieces that show the influence of jazz on classical music. With compositions by Gershwin, Bartok, Bernstein, Copland and Stravinsky, who once agreed to write an 'easy-listening' piece for the Paul Whiteman band.
I programmet diskuteras bl.a. klarinettkonserter med Julian Bliss, Daniel Barenboim spelar på "eget" piano samt Paul von Klenaus 9e symfoni. Johans väljer ur Mahlers trea o Strauss Alpsymfoni. I panelen Aurélie Ferriere, Bengt Forsberg och David Björkman som tillsammans med programledaren Johan Korssell betygsätter följande skivor: CARL NIELSEN W A MOZART Klarinettkonserter Julian Bliss, klarinett Royal Northern Sinfonia Mario Venzago, dirigent Signum SIGCD 390 ON MY NEW PIANO Musik av D Scarlatti, Beethoven, Chopin, Wagner och Liszt Daniel Barenboim, piano DGG 00289 4796724 PAUL VON KLENAU Symfoni nr 9 Cornelia Pfassek, sopran, Susanne Resmark, alt, Michael Weinius, tenor, Steffen Bruun, bas Danska radions kör och symfoniorkester Michael Schönwandt, dirigent Dacapo 8.226098-99 REMEMBRANCE Körverk av bl. a. Duruflé, Tavener och Elgar Choir of Clare College, Cambridge Graham Ross, dirigent Harmonia Mundi HMU 907654 Referensen - Johan jämför och refererar: den här veckan är det Mozarts Klarinettkonsert som står i Referensens fokus. Denna tolkning är inspelad på Decca med klarinettisten Jack Brymer och Londons symfoniorkester allt under ledning av Colin Davis. Johans val Johan väljer och spelar valda delar ur ett nytt album där mezzosopranen Gerhild Romberger, Augsburger Domsingknabe, damröster ur Bayerska radions kör samt Bayerska radions symfoniorkester, allt under ledning av Bernard Haitink framför Mahlers tredje symfoni på skivmärket BR Klassik samt ur Richard Strauss En alpsymfoni också med Bayerska radions symfoniorkester, men där dirigenten heter Mariss Jansons. Även den är utgiven på BR Klassisk. Andra i programmet nämnda eller rekommenderade inspelningar: Mozarts Klarinettkonsert med klarinettisten Martin Fröst på Bis samt med Benny Goodman och Bostons symfoniorkester under ledning av Charles Munch på RCA. Nielsens Klarinettkonsert med Martin Fröst och Lahtis symfoniorkester under ledning av Osmo Vänskä på Bis; Kjell Inge Stevenson tillsammans med Danska radions symfoniorkester dirigerade av Herbert Blomstedt på Warner Classics; Niels Thomsen och Danska radions symfoniorkester ledda av Michael Schönwandt på Chandos samt med Benny Goodman och Chicagos symfoniorkester på RCA. Inget svep denna vecka
Matt Buchanan sits down with virtuoso British clarinettist Julian Bliss to talk concerts, motorbikes and golden clarinets, plus a behind the scenes of his upcoming new album on Signum with Ailish Tynan and Christopher Glynn. More details: www.signumrecords.com/catalogue/julian-bliss.html. Don't forget to enter this month's competition to win a copy of Julian's new trio album, "Shepherd on the Rock", by emailing your answer to podcast(at)signumrecords.com. Closing date for entries 2nd November 2015. Recorded at Floating Earth in London. Engineer & Editor - Chris Kalcov; Producers - Matt Buchanan & Richard Gay.