Podcasts about Naxos

Gabriel Fauré: Berceuse, Op. 16Marc Grauwels, flute Brussels PhilharmonicAndré Vandernoot, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.555977Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Hector Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14, The BallSlovak Radio Symphony OrchestraPinchas Steinberg, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.556678Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

G. W. Chadwick: Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 21: II. Allegretto ScherzandoUkraine National Radio Symphony OrchestraTheodore Kuchar, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.559213Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

John Ireland: Summer EveningJohn Lenehan, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.553889Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

G. F. Handel: Te Deum in D, “O Lord, in Thee have I trusted”Dorothee Mields, Ulrike Andersen, Mark Wilde, Chris DixoAlsfelder Vocal Ensemble Concerto Polacco Wolfgang Helbich, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.554753Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Scott Joplin: Reflection Rag, Syncopated MusingsBenjamin Loeb, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.559277Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Jean Sibelius: Karelia Suite, Op. 11: Alla MarciaSlovak Radio Symphony OrchestraKenneth Schermerhorn, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.556677Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Felix Mendelssohn: Ruy Blas Overture, Op. 95Slovenská FilharmóniaOliver von Dohnányi, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.554433Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Johan Svendsen: Norwegian Artists CarnivalIceland Symphony Orchestra Bjarte Engeset, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557017Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Louis M. Gottschalk: Pasquinade, Caprice, Op. 59Cecile Licad, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.559145Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

W. A. Mozart: Missa Brevis in G Major, K. 140, II. GloriaCarolina Ullrich, Elvira Bill, Patrick Grahl Cologne Cathedral Vocal Choir & Chamber Orchestra Christoph Poppen, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.574637Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

A quattrocento anni dalla nascita di Giovanni Legrenzi, avvenuta nel 1626 a Clusone, la città natale del compositore gli rende omaggio con un festival monografico concepito in una prospettiva pluriennale. Attraverso concerti, incontri di studio e iniziative divulgative, la manifestazione intende valorizzare la figura di uno dei protagonisti della musica italiana del secondo Seicento e approfondire il contesto storico e culturale nel quale si sviluppò la sua produzione.Ammirato dai contemporanei e stimato da musicisti quali Johann Sebastian Bach, Georg Friedrich Händel e Johann Adolf Hasse, Legrenzi fu tra le personalità più influenti del tardo Seicento. Erede della tradizione veneziana e al tempo stesso innovatore del linguaggio musicale dell'epoca, concluse la propria carriera come maestro di cappella della Basilica di San Marco, incarico che ne consacrò il prestigio nella storia della musica sacra italiana.Alla riscoperta moderna della sua opera ha contribuito in modo decisivo l'attività di Giovanni Acciai, che con l'ensemble Nova Ars Cantandi ha promosso importanti progetti discografici dedicati al compositore. Tra questi si colloca la pubblicazione per Naxos dell'Op. 3, Harmonia d'affetti devoti, raccolta emblematica della maturità legrenziana, nella quale convergono sapienza contrappuntistica, intensità espressiva e raffinatezza del linguaggio sacro.Di questo nuovo progetto discografico e dell'eredità artistica di Legrenzi dialoga Giovanni Conti con il maestro Acciai.

Richard Strauss: Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, Waltz Sequence, No. 2Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra Zdeněk Košler, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550342Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Parry: An English Suite, VII: FrolicCapella IstropolitanaAdrian Leaper, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550331Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Franz Liszt: Reminiscences of Donizetti's Lucia di LammermoorWilliam Wolfram, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.570137Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Edmund Schuecker: Mazurka in E-Flat Minor, Op. 12Nóra Mercz, harpMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550741Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Percy Grainger: Molly on the ShoreTakako Nishizaki, violinWolf Harden, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550125Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

J. S. Bach: Motet Singet dem Herrn ein Neues Lied, BWV 225Scholars Baroque EnsembleMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.553823Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Peter Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Scene finaleSlovak Philharmonic Orchestra Michael Halász, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.553271Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

  Welcome back to the  Dr. Mary Travelbest Guide podcast.   The FAQ: While planning a trip to Taiwan and South Korea, someone I was guiding asked, "Is 911 a universal emergency code worldwide?" I looked into this and found a helpful answer. Here's the answer: 911 is not universal. Abroad, the number differs, and sometimes each service has its own. Commonly: 112 in the EU, 112/999 in the UK and Ireland, 000 in Australia, 111 in New Zealand, 110/119 in Japan, and 112/119 in South Korea. For Europe, 112 is the key number to remember. It works everywhere in the EU, is free, and will connect you to emergency services from any phone. In the UK, both 999 and 112 work. A few country-specific examples matter because they can trip up travelers. Australia's main emergency number is 000; the government says 112 can also be connected from mobile phones there, but 000 is the primary number. New Zealand uses 111 for police, fire, and ambulance services, and 105 for police non-emergencies. Japan uses 110 for police and 119 for fire/ambulance. In South Korea, 112 is for police, and 119 for fire/ambulance/medical emergencies. Tourism guidance says you can ask for an interpreter by saying "English please" or "Interpreter please." What else should travelers know beyond the number? Don't assume 911 works overseas. In some places, it may redirect, but don't rely on it. Know the local emergency number before you travel. Always know your location—hotel, street, intersection, train station, or landmark—for fast communication with emergency operators. When calling, clearly state which service you need: police, ambulance, or fire. Save your embassy or consulate number, but call local emergency services first. If you are in the EU, official guidance notes that 112 is free and available on public and mobile phones. One more thing to consider in my response to the question is that emergency numbers are for urgent danger only. Some countries also have non-emergency numbers. For example, New Zealand uses 105 for non-emergency police matters, while the UK uses 101. Knowing that helps you avoid tying up emergency lines. In summary, solo travelers should memorize 112 for Europe, and always look up the emergency number for each country before traveling. This ensures you are prepared for emergencies wherever you go.   60-second confidence challenge Your challenge today, Confidence Challenge, is to be ready for an emergency: A few smart habits help a lot. Before each trip, put the following items in your phone notes and in your bag: local emergency number, hotel address, embassy/consulate contact, travel insurance emergency line, and one family contact. If your phone is locked, add your emergency contacts and any major medical facts to the lock screen or Medical ID. And know the emergency code in that country. If you like today's Confidence Challenge, my book series delves into safety and security, while moving through the 5 steps to solo travel, from easy to more challenging, with foreign language communication tips. You can find the series at the link in the description.    See Book A for addressing this concern.  Find it on the website​​ at https://www.5stepstosolotravel.com/ or on Amazon. I will be doing pre-orders soon for Book C in the series, so please look out for that.  Today's destination is Naxos, Greece.  The Greek island of Naxos is one of those places that quietly steals your heart. https://www.visitgreece.gr/islands/cyclades/naxos/ If you're a woman over 50 thinking about taking a slightly more adventurous step in your solo travel journey, this is your place. Not too crowded, not too complicated, but just enough unknown to stretch you in the best way. Let's start with the journey. I took the Blue Star ferry from Athens around noon, passing through Paros on the way. Round-trip from Athens port was about $85 with a Eurail discount of 30% The ferry ride is part of the experience. It's calm. It's scenic. It gives you time to sit, read, think,  or do nothing at all. And for many of us, doing nothing is the hardest and most valuable skill to relearn. The hotel where I stayed was called the Galina, a short 300-meter walk from the water and beach. It was run by two brothers whose parents founded it over 40 years ago. The room was delightful, and the location was excellent. The breakfast I had the morning before leaving was perfect, featuring all the delicious Greek foods I wanted to try, and I ate my fill. It was included in the room price, which was about $85 US, and it was definitely worth it because I completely relaxed and enjoyed my stay.   During my time on Naxos, I went swimming twice and enjoyed walking around the island. I loved getting lost while exploring the shops selling a variety of merchandise like T-shirts and knick-knacks. it was a treat! I didn't buy anything, but just looking around made me feel great. I also had a nice dinner at a restaurant called Taverna, which cost $21. I ordered shrimp served on a plate with rice and salad, along with skewers of meat (souvlaki). Naxos is not a rush through destination. I swam twice at St. George Beach. I  wandered the old town and got completely lost in the castle area, the Venetian Astro district. And here's something worth questioning: When was the last time you allowed yourself to get lost on purpose? No Google Maps. No urgency. Just curiosity. Because that's where confidence grows, not in perfect plans, but in small uncertainties. I'll talk more about getting lost in my mistakes later on. "On an island, it's usually easy to find your way back" was one of my thoughts while exploring. One of my favorite moments was hiking up St. George Hill, past an abandoned restaurant, to catch the sunset. The place was run down, with graffiti and weeds that made it look cluttered. But the views were magnificent. No crowds. No ticket. Just a view that reminded me why I travel. And then there's the Portara, the Temple of Apollo. Just a 10–15 minute walk from town, sitting dramatically at the edge of the sea. It's iconic—but still peaceful if you time it right.  https://explore-naxosisland.com/places/baco https://www.xwhos.com/record_labels/1/naxos.html One day, something unexpected: a conversation at the beach with an Aussie man who was on the construction project for a bar on the seafront called Baco Seaside, 4.4 stars. You never know who you may run into at the beach. For details, James was 32, bald, and a good storyteller. He has no idea I travel the world and write about it for women like you. We watched each other's belongings when we wanted to go swimming. Never leave your items on the beach unattended. .https://explore-naxosisland.com/places/baco Travel introduces you to people you were never supposed to meet, and yet somehow you do. If I had more time, and you should plan for it, I would visit: More beaches beyond St. George and The museums in the Venetian castle. Here is more of the history you will learn while in the area. Naxos is a Greek island in the South Aegean, the largest of the Cyclades (sic la deeze), spelled Cyclades, a group of islands. Its fertile landscape spans mountain villages, ancient ruins, and long stretches of beach. The namesake capital (also called Hora or Chora) is a port town filled with whitewashed, cube-shaped houses and medieval Venetian mansions. Kastro, a hilltop castle dating to the 13th century, houses an archaeological museum. https://www.xwhos.com/record_labels/1/naxos.html Let's talk about Greek, yes, the language. I tried. I really did for fifteen days on Duolingo. However, I still struggled.And here's the truth: you don't need to be fluent. But you do need to be willing to try—and to feel a little uncomfortable. That's part of Step 5 travel. Greek is harder to learn than I thought. I've been using Greek Duolingo for the past 15 days, but it hasn't helped me as much as I hoped. It has been an experience nonetheless; I've learned a few Greek letters, but I still struggle to pronounce any words. Here are three I practiced.   Gia sas Yah sahs is hello Parakalo is "pah rah kah Lott" is pleased Efharisto is ef hah ree stoh is thank you Don't underestimate Naxos. Give it at least 2–3 nights. Because when a place makes you feel relaxed that quickly, that's rare. If you're building your confidence as a solo traveler in Greece as a Step 5 newbie, Start with a place like Naxos. Easy ferry access Walkable town Safe, welcoming vibe Plenty to do—but no pressure to do it all Are you traveling to check off places on a list… or actually to feel something? Here is why many travelers end up loving Naxos: It gives you sand, swimming, and a real town. It has more of a lived-in, less staged feeling than some headline islands. You can combine beach time, sunset views, old alleys, and inland villages without needing a huge travel plan. Or expense. It works well for people who want Greece to feel pleasant and manageable. When Naxos is not the best pick: Pick Crete if you want the deepest mix of archaeology, cities, dramatic nature, and a longer, road-trip-style island trip. Pick Sardinia if your main goal is exceptional Italian beaches and a larger standalone Mediterranean holiday. Pick Santorini if the caldera views are the whole point. Pick Mykonos if nightlife and scene matter a lot.  Naxos is often the better island for people who actually want to relax and feel Greece, not just check off the most famous name. My missteps: Getting lost in Athens   The hostel manager pointed outside. "Don't go that way when you leave," and I did not ask for details, assuming it was a bad area with a high crime rate. I did get lost a few times nearby, though, finding my way back. I may have walked that way by accident. Here's my detailed story: I found the metro station from the airport, which served the modern, faster blue line. I changed lines at Monastiraki and arrived at Omonia Square, but I got a bit lost. The neighborhood was quite confusing and not very safe, with only small markets around. I felt scared at times. One night after returning from Naxos, it was 9:15 PM and dark when I finally reached the hostel, safe and ready for another day.  AI was used to select some of the suggestions for this episode.   Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest on YouTube In the news  

Fanny Mendelssohn: Piano Sonata in G, IV. PrestoHeather Schmidt, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.570825Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Edvard Grieg: The Holberg Suite, V. RigaudonOslo CamerataStephan Barratt-Due, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557890Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Henry Purcell: The Indian Queen OvertureNorman Engel, trumpetAradia EnsembleKevin Mallon, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.554262Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Planning a trip to Greece in 2026? In this episode of Ouzo Talk, Tom and Nick share their travel plans and practical advice for Australians heading to Greece. From choosing the best flight routes and avoiding Middle East transit hubs to exploring Athens, the islands and hidden mainland gems, they cover everything you need to know before booking your European vacation. Whether you're visiting Greece for the first time or returning to discover more, this episode is packed with travel tips, destination ideas and insights to help you plan the perfect Greek holiday.Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors who helped make this episode possible!Pryor Tzannes & Wallis: https://ptwlaw.com.au/The Greek Providore: https://thegreekprovidore.com.au/Send us Fan Mail Support the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OuzoTalkFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuzoTalkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouzo_talk/

John Philip Sousa: Wedding MarchMarine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy Keith Brion, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.559746Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Purcell: Christ is Made the Sure FoundationSt. George's Chapel Choir, WindsorMarlowe Brass EnsembleTimothy Byram-Wigfield, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557578Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Berlioz: Harold in Italy, Op. 16, II. March of the PilgrimsRivka Golani, violaSan Diego Symphony Orchestra Yoav Talmi, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.553034Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Justin Holland: Carnival of Venice, FantaisieChristopher Mallett, guitarMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.559924Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Alexandre Tansman: Flute Sonatina: I. ModéréThies Roorda, fluteAlessandro Soccors, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.579045Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

R. Strauss: Stimmungsbilder (Moods and Fancies), Op. 9, I. In Silent ForestsStefan Veselka, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557713Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Bridge: ElégieGerald Peregrine, cello Antony Ingham, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.57455Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

E non tutti gli abitanti del paesino sono contenti della scelta dei pavoni. Ma non solo uccelli dai mille colori. Parliamo anche di cibo, o almeno, parliamo di dove si mangia il cibo e dove poi quindi si paga! A quanto pare in Italia ci sono non pochi problemi con "coperto" e "servizio", ma per fortuna c'e' Raffaele! Trascrizione interattiva e Vocab Helper Support Easy Italian and get interactive transcripts, live vocabulary and bonus content: easyitalian.fm/membership Note dell'episodio Do Italians Actually Cook Every Day? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uZDDVBQmgg&t=4s Iniziamo a Punta Marina! Ma dove siamo? Punta Marina e' un piccolo paese sul mare, in provincia di Ravenna. Punta Marina https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punta_Marina_Terme Ravenna e' una citta' molto bella e piena di storia e meraviglie, e si trova in Emilia Romagna. https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravenna Ma cosa succede a Punta Marina? A quanto pare la piccola cittadina e' stata invasa dai PAVONI! https://www.bluewin.ch/it/attualita/diversi/punta-marina-e-invasa-dai-pavoni-ma-ecco-come-si-e-arrivati-a-questa-situazione-3242248.html Andiamo poi a Roma, ma non per visitare i suoi monumenti. Andiamo al ristorante! In Italia ci sono cose che confondono un po' i turisti. Parliamo di "Coperto". Oggi Raffaele cerca di spiegare a tutti noi, compreso me (Matteo) come funziona, cosa e' e come funziona. Spoiler, non e' sempre semplice! Anzi cambia a seconda delle regioni e spesso delle citta'! Curiosi di sapere la parola "coperto" a cosa si riferisce in partricolare? https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coperto Concludiamo con l'angolo dell'italiano. Parliamo di un modo di dire molto particolare: "Piantare in asso". Raffaele ci racconta tutte le teorie e le ipotesi. Da dove viene e a cosa si riferisce "l'asso"? Forse Naxos, o forse l'asso delle carte? Ma poi perche' Naxos?? Trascrizione Matteo: [0:09] Sempre in giro. Raffaele: [0:23] Eccoci, bentornati. Matteo: [0:27] Bentornati. Sono molto confuso, perché io sto per partire di nuovo. Raffaele: [0:35] Io so che tu sei appena tornato a Milano. Matteo: [0:38] Sì. Raffaele: [0:38] E in che senso stai per ripartire di nuovo? Matteo: [0:41] Eh, dopo aver registrato questo podcast, dopo aver mangiato ovviamente, partirò, partiremo insieme tutti per Treviso di nuovo. ... Support Easy Italian and get interactive transcripts, live vocabulary and bonus content: easyitalian.fm/membership

John Dunstable: Veni Sancte Spiritus - Veni CreatorTonus Peregrinus Antony Pitts, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557341Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Giacomo Puccini: CrisantemiEnsō String QuartetMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.573108Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Francis Poulenc: Les Biches Suite, FP 36b: V. FinalRTÉ National Symphony Orchestra Jean-Luc Tingaud, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.573739Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Peter Tchaikovsky: The Seasons, Op. 37a, May NightsIlya Rashkovskiy, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.570787Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

F.A. Hoffmeister: Concerto for 2 Horns No. 3, AllegrettoJacek Muzyk, Daniel Kerdelewicz, hornsBuffalo Philharmonic Orchestra JoAnn Falletta, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.574646Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Christopher Ramos is currently serving as Director of Bands and Assistant Professor of Music at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He conducts the UVU Wind Symphony and directs instrumental studies within the music education area. He additionally teaches courses in conducting, music education, and music appreciation. He received the DMA in instrumental conducting at The Hartt School, studying with Glen Adsit and Edward Cumming. While at Hartt, he assisted in conducting Hartt's instrumental performing ensembles and the Greater Hartford Youth Wind Ensemble, and as part of the adjunct faculty he taught courses for graduates and undergraduates in conducting, brass methods, diversity and belonging, jazz pedagogy, and in the core music theory sequence. Before Hartt, Chris served as a band director at Dalat International School in Penang, Malaysia where he taught Western classical and jazz music in performing and theory courses across grades 6-12, and his students were invited to perform in international festivals across Southeast Asia. He is also an active scholar working at the intersection of musicology, wind band studies, and music education with his latest publications forthcoming in the Music Educators Journal (NAfME) and the Utah Music Educators Journal (UMEA). In 2022 he received the Goldstein Award from the University of Hartford, and in 2016 he received the Joanne Kealinohomoku Prize from the Society of Ethnomusicology Southwest for his scholarship. He holds additional degrees from the University of New Mexico where he studied with Eric Rombach-Kendall, and from East Texas A&M University (formerly Texas A&M University-Commerce) where he studied with Phillip Clements (conducting), Luis Sanchez (piano), and Mike Morrow (horn). In addition to his conducting, researching, and teaching, he actively performs both on the French horn and at the keyboard. He has produced, performed, and conducted on records for the Naxos, Summit, and Parma record labels, and he has performed in and conducted ensembles in concert halls, stages, forests, and patios across the United States and Asia. An avid supporter of new music, he has been part of numerous commissioning projects for solo horn, chamber ensembles, and wind ensembles. He is a second-place winner in The American Prize for conducting and in 2025-27 he holds the Harry Begian Conductor Scholar Award at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. He is an active member in the College Band Directors National Association, Utah Music Educators Association, Utah Bandmasters Association, National Band Association, American Musicological Society, and National Association for Music Education, and is an honorary member of the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia National Music Fraternity.

Johan Svendsen: Norwegian Rhapsody No. 2, Op. 19South Jutland Symphony Orchestra Bjarte Engeset, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.570322Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Today we're joined by David Singer — an internationally acclaimed clarinetist whose remarkable career has taken him from driving a cab in Los Angeles to performing at the White House for Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton, and on the stages of Carnegie Hall with legends like Yehudi Menuhin, Yo-Yo Ma, and Rudolf Serkin. A longtime co-Principal Clarinetist with the Grammy-winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, David has recorded for Naxos, Deutsche Grammophon, and was recently featured on a landmark reissue with Rudolf Serkin. He's also a beloved professor, chamber music coach, and the author of the new memoir From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall. With a life full of inspiring stories, stunning performances, and deep musical wisdom, David Singer joins us to share his extraordinary journey.https://singerclarinet.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Handel: My Heart is InditingThomas Tallis Chamber Choir & Royal Academy ConsortJeremy Summerly, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557003Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

J. S. Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: AriaPi-hsien Chen, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550078Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Grieg: String Quartet No. 2 in F Major: I. Sostenuto - Allegro vivaceOslo QuartetMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550879Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Domenico Scarlatti: Keyboard Sonata in G Major, K.424/L.289/P.374Alon Goldstein, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.574196Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Alphonse Hasselmans: La Source, Op. 44Judy Loman, harpMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.554347Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Ralph Vaughan Williams: Toccata MarzialeUniversity of Georgia Wind EnsembleJohn P. Lynch, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.572917Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

R. H. Prichard: Alleluya, Sing to Jesus!St. George's Chapel Choir, Windsor Marlowe Brass Ensemble Timothy Byram-Wigfield, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.557578Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc. SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Heitor Villa-Lobos: Choro No. 1, “Choro Tipico”Sonia Rubinsky, pianoMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.555286Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Josef Suk: Serenade in E-flat Major, Op. 6, I. Andante con motoCapella Istropolitana Jaroslav Krček, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.550419Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon

Johan Fasch: Concerto a 8 in D Major, III. AllegroThomas Reiner, trumpet Südwestdeutsches Kammerorchester Pforzheim Sebastian Tewinkel, conductorMore info about today's track: Naxos 8.570501Courtesy of Naxos of America Inc.SubscribeYou can subscribe to this podcast in Apple Podcasts, or by using the Daily Download podcast RSS feed.Purchase this recordingAmazon