Podcasts about san antonio symphony

  About Kate: Kate Caliendo enjoys a diverse musical career of symphonic playing, chamber music, recording, soloing and teaching. She is currently Second Horn of the Jacksonville Symphony and has also held Fourth Horn positions with the Houston Symphony and San Antonio Symphony. She is a frequent guest musician with groups including the Kansas City Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, Charleston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, North Carolina Symphony, Louisiana Philharmonic and the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. As a recorded artist, she is featured on projects with the Kansas City Symphony, Rice University Horn Studio and the Houston Symphony, including their 2018 Grammy Award winning live concert performance of Wozzeck. During the summers, Kate performs with the Bellingham Festival of Music in Washington state, and has also been a musician at Festival Mozaic in California and the Tanglewood Music Center. An avid solo musician, she performed as guest soloist with the Charleston Symphony, and in 2011 commissioned and premiered “Vanishing Points, Six Aural Paintings for Low Horn and Piano” by Rice Doctorate composer Stephen Bachicha. A native of New Jersey, Kate began her musical studies with her father, who was her band director. She was a student of Michelle Baker at the Manhattan School of Music and received her Bachelors and Masters degrees in French Horn Performance from Rice University as a student of William VerMeulen. Her other notable teachers  include Dale Clevenger, Julie Landsman, Douglas Lundeen, and Jeff Nelsen.

When the symphony of life hits a dissonant chord, how does a musician find harmony again? This is just one of the soul-stirring questions Russell Rybicki answers as he joins us for a rich tapestry of tales on personal transformation, mental health, and the art of self-discovery in the demanding world of classical music. From playing horn and arranging to finding silence in meditation, Russell unveils the intricate journey of an artist seeking balance amid professional peaks, personal trials, and the quest for inner peace.SPECIAL EVENT: On April 21st, Sound Mind will be hosting its very first in-person panel event at the New World Center in Miami Beach, FL titled “between the notes: exploring identities as artists”. Join us to explore the multifaceted career path as musicians and the diverse identities that shape the art and artists within it. Register now at this link.Russell Rybicki is currently acting third/assistant horn in the San Antonio Philharmonic and is the hornist and arranger for the Monarch Chamber Players. He's previously held positions with the San Antonio Symphony, the Vancouver Symphony, and the New World Symphony. Russell is also a certified Holistic Life Coach passionate about deep personal work involved in self-acceptance and self-compassion through a holistic process.

Exciting episode today, as we have an international guest on the podcast today, interviewing Ilan Morgenstern! Ilan has experienced such a spectacular orchestral and solo playing career. He has subbed with numerous top orchestras across the United States and even overseas in Israel such as Israel Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, Atlanta Symphony, Detroit Symphony, and many more. He has won many awards from internationally renowned competitions including the Jeju International Brass and Percussion Competition, Zellmer-Minnesota Orchestra Competition, and the National Repertory Orchestra's Concerto Competition. His official positions in the past include San Antonio Symphony, Houston Grand Opera Orchestra, Jacksonville Symphony, and Kansas City Symphony. Originally from Rehovot, Israel, Ilan has unique stories about his time growing up in Israel, how he eventually moved to the United States for his bachelor's and master's degrees, and continue through his progression as one of the top bass trombonists in North America up until his present day position in the Vancouver Symphony. -- Transition Music #1: Ballade for Bass Trombone Strings and Harp, Eric Ewazen, featuring Ilan Morgenstern, Rachel Ferris and the San Antonio Symphony Instagram: @8thposition @dbaldwin903 @_mehurst_

John Daniel's ears must have been ringing throughout the month of September as several guests, including Del Lyren, Bobby Medina, Vinnie Ciesielski and others mentioned him on the podcast in this last month.So I decided it was time to reach out and see if we could schedule a podcast!John was game, and we ended up having a terrific discussion on Gestalt theory as it pertains to trumpet (a first on the podcast), the unique qualities of the cornet vs. the trumpet, recollections of the early days of the amazing Brass Band of Battle Creek and much more.Enjoy the interview, and be sure to check out John's book Special Studies for Trumpet!What you'll hear in this episode:-John's beginning struggles on trumpet as a kid...03:00-What is "gestalt" theory as it pertains to trumpet?...05:45-About John's upcoming album featuring Bb and soprano cornet...08:30-Unique characteristics of playing Bb vs. soprano cornet vs. trumpet...12:00-Memories playing alongside the great Peter Roberts!...15:40-There's no "right way" to play and teach a brass instrument...20:00-A rare discussion on pedagogy here on the podcast lol...25:00-Memories of the early days of the Brass Band of Battle Creek...33:20-Cultural differences in cornet v. trumpet and how the BBBC has helped popularize the genre...38:45-Moving on from a top-flight academia gig and preparing for the new album release!...41:10-A profoundly different experience playing trumpet v. cornet...49:00-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Resources mentioned:John's website and "Special Studies for Trumpet" bookTrumpet Dynamics Facebook groupAbout the Guest:John Daniel is the Professor of Trumpet at Lawrence University. He received the Specialist in Music degree from the University of Michigan, Master of Arts in Music from the University of Iowa, and Bachelor of Music from Ball State University. His primary teachers were David Greenhoe, Richard Giangiulio, and Armando Ghitalla. Mr. Daniel previously held tenured positions at Penn State University and Abilene Christian University. While attending the University of Michigan on full scholarship, he won the graduate concerto award and was principal trumpet of orchestras in Ann Arbor and Saginaw, Michigan.Mr. Daniel served as principal trumpet with the San Angelo Symphony Orchestra and Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra for nine years and has performed with the San Antonio Symphony, Pennsylvania Ballet Orchestra, Palm Beach Opera, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, and Music at Penn's Woods Orchestra, as well as on Broadway for revivals of Annie Get Your Gun and Gypsy. He has played recitals in Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, throughout South Korea, the Eastman School of music, the Julliard School, and throughout the United States.As a jazz musician he has appeared with Lionel Hampton, Bill Watrous, Wycliff Gordon, Marvin Stamm, Vinnie DiMartino, Phil Woods, Ernie Watts, the Nelson Riddle Orchestra and many others. Mr. Daniel released A Calling in 2004, a jazz CD featuring his compositions and is featured on a 2006 Mark Masters release, Karel Husa Trumpet Concertos. The Husa CD was on the entry list to be nominated for a Grammy Award in the category “Best solo with orchestra” and “Best classical recording”. He has been a member of North America's finest brass band, the Brass Band of Battle Creek, since 1993. He plays Schilke trumpets, flugelhorn and cornets exclusively.Thank you for joining us on "Trumpet Dynamics" – telling

Synopsis From 1951 to the time of his death in 1976, the Texas-born conductor Victor Alesandro led the San Antonio Symphony. Alessandro was a fine conductor and had a very clever system for attracting talented players to San Antonio. He kept his eyes open for key players about to retire from all the top American orchestras and sent them tempting brochures describing San Antonio's palm trees, old Spanish houses, and mild winters. Many accepted his invitations, settled in San Antonio, and served as mentors for the Symphony's younger players.In 1966, for example, John Corigliano, Sr., facing mandatory retirement as the concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic, took up the same position with the San Antonio Symphony.And so it came about that on today's date in 1968, John Corigliano, Sr., then age 67, served as the concertmaster for the world premiere performance of a new Piano Concerto written by his son, composer John Corigliano, Jr., then aged 30. The premiere performers, pianist Hilde Somer and the San Antonio Symphony under Alessandro, even recorded the new work for Mercury Records. Although well received at the time, Corigliano's concerto was rather neglected for many years thereafter, but more recently has been receiving new performances and recordings. Music Played in Today's Program John Corigliano (b. 1938) Piano Concerto James Tocco, p.; Louisville Orch; Lawrence Leighton Smith, conductor. First Edition FECD-0002

Last summer, bassoonist Brian Petkovich lost his job and then got a job that had never existed before. Not long after the San Antonio Symphony, with whom Brian played for 25 years, shut its doors, he became the inaugural president of the nascent San Antonio Philharmonic, which as of this writing is seven months old.For a brief moment in 2022, it seemed like San Antonio, the nation's seventh-largest city, might not have a major orchestra. The musicians of the San Antonio Symphony, protesting significant personnel and salary cuts demanded by the Board, had gone on strike in September of 2021, and nine months later, on June 16, 2022, the Symphony Society of San Antonio declared it was shutting down the 83-year-old institution for good, declaring a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The musicians had not been idle throughout this tumult, however. They had founded the Musicians of the San Antonio Symphony (MOSAS) through which they raised private funds that allowed them to perform through the spring and early summer of 2022 in venues throughout the city. When the Symphony's demise was finalized, they set about creating a new permanent ensemble, appointing Brian as its president, and on September 16, 2022, the brand-new San Antonio Philharmonic played its first concert to a rapt audience at First Baptist Church of San Antonio.In this interview with Pier Carlo Talenti, Brian reveals some of the assumptions and miscalculations that led to the Symphony's dissolution and discusses his and his fellow musicians' dreams for how their new classical-music ensemble will serve San Antonio for years to come.https://saphil.org/team/brian-petkovich/

On this episode, Matty Saltibus has a discussion with the principal second violinist of the former San Antonio symphony, Mary Ellen Goree. With budget cuts, covid, and mismanagement from the board, the San Antonio Symphony is no longer in operation. They talk about the importance of having a well functioning professional orchestra in the community and how it transforms the community, the students, and the teachers as everyone is effected by their performances. Mrs. Goree is a professional violinist with 34+ years of experience and is well known in the community of music in Texas. Listen to this episode for more information about Mary Ellen Goree, her life growing up, and her wonderful efforts to keep music alive in her community.Visit our webpage to learn more about Mary Ellen Goree at TheSaltyMusicTeacher.comWant to help support the show? Click this link -->> https://www.buzzsprout.com/1954204/supportSound Thinking Interactive - Use the Discount Code "SALTY" to receive 25% off your first month. https://soundthinkinginteractive.com/Support the show

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"I like the two people on my left and my right...what else is there to life?" Says my guest on today's episode, Scott Moore.Although he has firmly ensconced himself in the lore of greatness with the horse whinny in Sleigh Ride, Mr. Moore, long time principal trumpet with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, has been in the trenches long enough to know that the grass aint always greener with the "elite" orchestras of America. Indeed, happiness as a musician is oftentimes found in the overlooked parts of the world, away from the busyness of fame and prestige.In this interview, Scott takes us through his journey as a trumpeter, from the small towns of Mississippi, to the New England Conservatory (where he found true mentorship in unlikely places) to his position in Memphis and beyond.Here's what you'll hear in this episode:-How a challenge from a peer in school was motivation to perfect the horse whinny...02:00-Scott's founding origins on trumpet...06:15-A "dirty jobs" type opportunity leads to invaluable on the job orchestral training...12:30-What's wrong with the typical audition process for orchestras?...19:45-What to do when the conductor says "You're too loud!"...23:00-Forays into competitive trumpeting...25:45-Scott's real mentors at the New England Conservatory...31:35-What Scott would tell his twenty something year old self...33:30-Scott's "dream gig" described...35:15-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Resources mentioned:Memphis Symphony OrchestraScott's horse whinny tutorial on YouTubeAbout the guest:Scott Moore is Principal Trumpet in the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the leader of the MSO Big Band. He has also performed with the Chicago Symphony, the St. Louis Symphony, the Baltimore Symphony, the National Symphony, and as guest principal with the symphony orchestras of Atlanta, Toronto, and Jacksonville. He has recorded and performed with the Nashville Chamber Orchestra, and with I Fiamminghi, the Orchestra of Flanders. Mr. Moore is also the Assistant Principal Trumpet in the Arizona MusicFest Orchestra.As a soloist, Mr. Moore has appeared with the San Antonio Symphony, the Nashville Chamber Orchestra, the Tennessee Summer Symphony, the Chattanooga Symphony, and on numerous occasions with the Memphis Symphony. He has also been a featured Guest Artist at the International Trumpet Guild Conference. Scott Moore has a Master of Music degree from the New England Conservatory of Music, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from McNeese State University. His teachers have included Charles Schlueter, Robert Nagel, Arnold Jacobs, and Michael Ewald.Mentioned in this episode:Robinson's Lip RepairPainful chops because of pesky cold sores are a thing of the past with Robinson's Remedies Lip Repair!Robinson's RemediesTrumpet Lessons with Adolph Herseth?Have you heard of a gentleman by the name of Bud Herseth? You have? Great! Well, Right now you can get a 57 minute audio titled Trumpet Lessons with Adolph Herseth for free. Just go to lessonswithbud.com to learn more!JNS MediaNeed a boost in your online presence? What about a podcast? Go to whataboutapodcast.com and see if it's the right call for your business. You know you need a website, but just don't have the time to maintain it. Or maybe you want a customized logo, or a bio that doesn't read like the instructions to a washing machine to set yourself apart from the rest of the pack. Visit jns.media and check out the suite of...

The San Antonio Symphony, nine months into a labor dispute with the orchestra musicians, decided to dissolve as an organization last week. First opened in 1939, the Symphony has been mired by financial troubles in the past decade, but it makes San Antonio the largest U.S. city without an orchestra. Nick wants to know why this matters and that's what we discuss… [San Antonio Report]Song: David Fiuczynski - “Bright Size Life”Greg is coming off a slew of shows in Western Pennsylvania and was settling down in his parents place in Maryland when he joined us with a brand new in hand. In “Ample Samples” we listen to a song and try and figure out what later song sampled it. Some sound identical to they source and others have been significantly altered, this one was fun, we hope you enjoy.Original Song -> Sampled Song:King Floyd - “Please Don't Leave Me Lonely” -> Wu Tang - “For Heaven's Sake”Jackson 5 - “All I Do Is Think of You” -> Jay Dilla - “Time: Donut of the Heart”B.B. King - “How Blue Can You Get” -> Primitive Radio Gods - “Standing Outside A Broken Phone Booth with Money in My Hand”Jay came up with a clever variation on “Guess the Guest”, a game where we hear a song and have to name the guest singer or musician. We can't tell you what the clever variation is, because that would give it away…but we can show the songs he picked. Let us know if you get it before Nick & Greg do…Songs:Young MC - “Bust a Move”Johnny Cash - “Heart of Gold”Alanis Morissette - “You Oughta Know”

Last week, the board of directors of the Symphony Society of San Antonio announced the dissolution of the San Antonio Symphony.

Orchestral percussion is usually only featured from the back of the stage, but Third Coast Percussion is changing the concert experience by bringing percussion to the front. Garrett chats with Sean and David (1:00:00) from this unique quartet to unpack their new album, "Perspective", and to get their thoughts on musical entrepreneurship, collaborating with today's most famous composers, and more. Scott honors the music of Aldous Harding, Garrett shares his favorite tracks from Drake's new dance album, and the guys cover the dissolution of the San Antonio Symphony, the many musical moods of Yo-Yo Ma, and more. Playlist: Bananarama - "Cruel Summer" Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Sonata for Bassoon and Cello perf. Yo-Yo Ma - "Appalachian Waltz" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hInHB-J0lJQ) Silk Road Ensemble feat. Yo-Yo Ma - "Summer in the High Grassland" Daniel Bernard Roumain - "Lecolion Loops: after Uti Vår Hage" Frank Ticheli - "Alamo Gardens" Drake - "Calling My Name" Drake - "Tie That Binds" Aldous Harding - "The Barrel" Prince - "Old Friends 4 Sale" More: More on Third Coast Percussion: https://www.thirdcoastpercussion.com Lecolion Washington Collaborates with Yo-Yo Ma: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/06/17/arts/with-little-help-his-friend-yo-yo-ma-stages-surprise-pop-up-nubian-square/ San Antonio Symphony to Dissolve Amid Labor Dispute: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/17/arts/music/san-antonio-symphony-bankruptcy.html Aldous Harding Interview: https://www.gpb.org/news/2022/04/11/the-masked-singer

[@ 5 min] Oliver goes ‘Inside the Huddle' with soprano Joyce El-Khoury, currently starring under the baton of Riccardo Muti in “Un Ballo in Maschera” with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. And that's just days after being named the Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year by Dallas Opera… [@ 33 min] In the ‘Two Minute Drill'… Both the San Antonio Symphony and Simon Estes are throwing in the towel, Bogdan Roscic is not throwing in the towel, and Barrie Kosky is kinda throwing in the towel… operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 @operaboxscore IG operaboxscore

Jack Riccardi tackles today's topics that include...San Antonio Symphony to permanently close it's door after 80 years. The Board of Directors vote to dissolve SA Symphony due to lack of labor contract.; If Republicans control next Congress, do you want them to continue hearings such as Covid, Hunter Biden and so on?; Today, June 17th, marks 50 years ago of the break-in at one of the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Washington, D.C. Watergate office building and led to the fall of President Richard Nixon.; jack takes your calls on the days news and hot topics and it's finally Friday and another serving of "The Dish" is piping hot on your dinner table.

Jack Riccardi tackles today's topics that include...San Antonio Symphony to permanently close it's door after 80 years. The Board of Directors vote to dissolve SA Symphony due to lack of labor contract.; If Republicans control next Congress, do you want them to continue hearings such as Covid, Hunter Biden and so on?; Today, June 17th, marks 50 years ago of the break-in at one of the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Washington, D.C. Watergate office building and led to the fall of President Richard Nixon.; jack takes your calls on the days news and hot topics and it's finally Friday and another serving of "The Dish" is piping hot on your dinner table.

Hip-Bone Music is proud to release this month's bone2pick interview with trombone virtuoso Lisa Albrecht. Lisa graciously discusses a variety of topics and highlights from her illustrious career including the early years in the San Antonio Symphony, becoming the first woman appointed to the brass section of the New York Philharmonic, returning home and joining the Rochester Philharmonic, crafting a successful career as a soloist and chamber musician and how one goes about becoming an Adirondack 46er. Enjoy!

On this episode we chat with virtuoso violinist, composer, producer, songwriter, arranger, and conductor, James Desautels. From concert halls and music festivals to small clubs and intimate recording studios, “Jamie” has performed in 37 countries across 5 continents over a career spanning more than 20 years. Born in Calgary, Canada, Jamie began studying classical violin at age 5 and within two years was also studying fiddle, country and bluegrass music. As a teenager he toured playing classical and fiddle music, and after achieving a Music Performance Diploma from Mount Royal University Conservatory at age 19 and a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Calgary at age 21, Jamie moved to the United States to attend the University of Arizona where he received his Masters. Soon after he relocated to obtain a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Texas. He resided in Austin for 17 years while working and touring as a professional musician. Jamie first gained international attention when he was invited to tour as a violinist with David Byrne and Tosca Strings. Since then he has worked with Arcade Fire, Austin Pops Orchestra, Marcia Ball, Garth Brooks, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Natalie Cole, Elvis Costello, Christopher Cross, Diana Krall, Ray LaMontagne, Yo-Yo Ma, Bobby McFerrin, Don McLean, Willie Nelson, Jeffrey Osborne, Luciano Pavarotti, Pearl Jam, Itzhak Perlman, Ray Price, Bruce Robison, San Antonio Symphony, Doc Severinsen, Frank Sinatra Jr., the Temptations, Vast, and countless other artists. He is the solo violinist on the soundtrack to the Hollywood movie 'Badland', the first violinist on the soundtrack for the series finale episode of 'The Office', and a violinist on the soundtrack for Terence Malick's film 'To the Wonder'. Jamie has taught master classes in Jinan, China and Xian and China as well as recording music for Audium/Koch, Blue Rock, Disney, Microsoft, Nonesuch, Virgin Classics, Vitamin, and Warner Music Group. Currently residing in Canada, Jamie has shifted his focus to politics in recent years and even decided to run for mayor in his hometown of Calgary in 2021. For more on James Desautles visit: Website | Facebook | Discogs | Linkedin

Dr. Chelsea Tanner is multitalented musician and teacher.  She has been a professor at SUNY Potsdam and Penn State as well as performed with the San Antonio Symphony, Columbus Symphony, Boise Philharmonic and Binghamton Philharmonic, just to name a few.  While instructing her students, she noticed a trend- her students with a positive mindset, regardless of circumstance or outcome, actually performed better.  Convinced that these are skills that can be taught, Chelsea became a certified life coach to incorporate these skills in her instruction.  She has created two online courses dedicated to a holistic growth and development for young musicians.  Through these courses, Flute Boot Camp and Mindset Academy she has taught musicians around the world the power of controlling your mindset . Harnessing the negative thoughts and imposter syndrome habits have the power to change your life.  You can decide who you are and become the best version of yourself.https://www.chelseatanner.com/

Arts writer Deborah Martin breaks down the ongoing financial crises and labor disputes that continue to plague the San Antonio Symphony. Read: Why does the San Antonio Symphony keep having financial crises?

Arts writer Deborah Martin breaks down the ongoing financial crises and labor disputes that continue to plague the San Antonio Symphony. Read: Why does the San Antonio Symphony keep having financial crises?

TOPICS: What YOU need to know about limited liability companies like Rust Movie Productions, LLC; Alec Baldwin fired Thursday's fatal shot on a non-union set; Protesting safety conditions, IATSE crew members walked and were replaced by scabs just hours before Baldwin accidentally killed his cinematographer; How independent movies are nothing more than money laundering union busting tax scams for the rich and powerful who need to hide money from the government, creditors and investors SPECIAL GUEST: 4:29:07 Catherine Liu (Professor of Film and Media Studies at University of California, Irvine) on her book "Virtue Hoarders: The Case against the Professional Managerial Class" Guests With Time Stamps: (2:19) David Does The News (1:50:27) Dutch Merrick (Propmaster, Armorer, former IATSE president) on film set weapons safety (1:50:27) Roger Nygard (director, editor, and writer) on his new book "Cut to the Monkey: A Hollywood Editor's Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Making Hit Comedies" (1:58:00) Jon Ross (comedy writer and gentleman farmer) (2:36:13) Mark Breslin (founder and president of Yuk Yuk's, largest comedy chain in North America) (3:01:11) "I'm On My Way" written and performed by Professor Mike Steinel (3:03:47) Howie Klein (founder and treasurer of The Blue America PAC and author of Down With Tyranny) (3:34:48) David Cobb (environmental activist and Green Party Presidential candidate) (3:50:04) Dr. Harriet Fraad (host of "Capitalism Hits Home") (4:29:07) Professor Adnan Husain ("Guerrilla History" and "The Majlis" podcasts) with Catherine Liu (Professor of Film and Media Studies at University of California, Irvine) on her book "Virtue Hoarders: The Case against the Professional Managerial Class" (5:42:21) Professor Mary Anne Cummings (physicist and parks commissioner Aurora, Illinois) (6:09:10) Professor Mike Steinel (Jazz historian and Dylanologist) with Ray Hair (President of the American Federation of Musicians) and Mary Ellen Goree (violinist and elected chair of the Musicians of the San Antonio Symphony ) on San Antonio Symphony management's proposal to slash the size of the orchestra from 71 full-time musicians to 42, and cut salaries nearly in half.

Our sponsor: Houghton Hornswww.houghtonhorns.comSan Antonio Symphony musicians Facebook pageSan Antonio Symphony articlewww.sanantonioreport.comDoug Yeo blogwww.yeodoug.comIn this episode, we're talking about one of the uncomfortable realities of playing in an orchestra: the need to defend your art form. Using the current issues happening in the San Antonio Symphony, as well as other orchestra that have experienced hard times in the past, I'll share my thoughts on how we can think about combating misinformation in our community, our managements, and more.Support the show (https://thatsnotspit.com/support/)

Christian Gray joined the double bass section of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra at the start of their 2017-2018 Season.  Prior to his appointment, he performed frequently with numerous other ensembles, including the National Symphony Orchestra, Houston Symphony Orchestra, and San Antonio Symphony.   We talk about what life in an opera orchestra is like, how he prepared for this particular audition, performing for the 2021 Sphinx Competition, and much more.   Enjoy, and be sure to follow Christian on his YouTube Channel!   Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 100+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Dorico - Dorico helps you to write music notation, automatically producing printed results of exceptional quality — and plays it back with breathtaking realism. It is easy enough for anyone to learn, yet has hundreds of advanced notations, features, options and sounds to satisfy even the most demanding professionals.  With its streamlined, natural user interface, students and those with less experience in scoring can compose and arrange straight into Dorico, making learning the language of music notation much faster and more intuitive. Editing and making changes — such as instrument, time signature or key — are straightforward, with the notation instantly and correctly adapting to include them, reinforcing the learning outcome.   Upton Bass String Instrument Company - Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It's durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

Synopsis On today’s date in 1825, the Italian composer Antonio Salieri breathed his last in Vienna. Gossip circulated that in his final dementia, Salieri blabbed something about poisoning Mozart. Whether he meant it figuratively or literally, or even said anything of the sort, didn’t seem to matter and the gossip became a Romantic legend. Modern food detectives suggested that if Mozart WAS poisoned, an undercooked pork chop might be to blame… In one of his last letters to his wife, Mozart mentions his anticipation of feasting on a fat chop his cook had secured for his dinner! Twenty-five years after Salieri’s death, on today’s date in 1850, the Austro-Hungarian conductor Anton Seidl was born in Budapest. Seidl became a famous conductor of both the Metropolitan Opera and New York Philharmonic. It was Seidl who conducted the premiere of Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony. In 1898, at the age of just 47, Seidl died suddenly, apparently from ptomaine poisoning. Perhaps it was the shad roe he ate at home, or that sausage from Fleischmann’s restaurant? An autopsy revealed serious gallstone and liver ailments, so maybe Seidl’s last meal, whatever it might have been, was as innocent of blame as poor old Salieri. Music Played in Today's Program Wolfgang Mozart (1756 – 1791) Symphony No. 25 St. Martin's Academy; Sir Neville Marriner, cond. Fantasy 104/105 Antonin Dvořák (1841 – 1904) Symphony No. 9 (From the New World) Vienna Philharmonic; Rafael Kubelik, cond. Decca 466 994 Antonio Salieri (1750 – 1825) "La Folia" Variations London Mozart Players; Matthias Bamert, cond. Chandos 9877 On This Day Births 1833 - German composer Johannes Brahms, in Hamburg; 1840 - Russian composer Pyotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky, in Votkinsk, district of Viatka (Julian date: April 25); 1850 - Hungarian conductor Anton Seidl, in Budapest; He was Wagner assistant at the first Bayreuth Festival performances of the "Ring" operas in 1876-79, was engaged to conduct the German repertory at the Metropolitan Opera in 1885, and in 1891 as the permanent conductor of the New York Philharmonic; He conducted the American premieres of Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde" in 1886 and the world premiere of Dvorák's "New World" Symphony in 1893; He died of ptomaine poisoning in 1898; Deaths 1793 - Italian composer and violinist Pietro Nardini, age 71, in Florence; 1818 - Bohemian composer Leopold (Jan Antonín, Ioannes Antonius)Kozeluch (Kotzeluch, Koželuh), age 70, in Vienna; 1825 - Italian composer Antonio Salieri, age 74, in Vienna; Premieres 1824 - Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 ("Choral") at the Kärntnertor Theater in Vienna, with the deaf composer on stage beating time, but with the performers instructed to follow the cues of Beethoven's assistant conductor, Michael Umlauf; 1888 - Lalo: "Le Roi d'Ys" (The King of Ys) at the Opéra Comique, in Paris; 1926 - Milhaud: opera "Les malheurs d'Orphée" (The Sorrows of Orpheus), in Brussels at the Théatre de la Monnaie; 1944 - Copland: "Our Town" Film Music Suite (revised version), by the Boston Pops conducted by Leonard Bernstein; An earlier version of this suite aired on CBS Radio on June 9, 1940, with the Columbia Broadcasting Symphony conducted by Howard Barlow; 1947 - Virgil Thomson: opera "The Mother of Us All," at Columbia University in New York City; 1985 - David Ward-Steinman: "Chroma" Concerto for multiple keyboards, percussion, and chamber orchestra, in Scottsdale, Ariz., by the Noveau West Chamber Orchestra conducted by Terry Williams, with the composer and Amy-Smith-Davie as keyboard soloists; 1988 - Stockhausen: opera "Montag von Licht" (Monday from Light), in Milan at the Teatro alla Scala; 1988 - Michael Torke: ballet "Black and White," at the New York State Theater, with the NY City Ballet Orchestra, David Alan Miller conducting; 1993 - Harrison Birtwistle: "Five Distances for Five Instruments," in London at the Purcell Room, by the Ensemble InterContemporain; 1998 - Joan Tower: "Tambor," by the Pittsburgh Symphony, Mariss Jansons conducting; 1999 - Robert X. Rodriguez: "Bachanale: Concertino for Orchestra," by the San Antonio Symphony, Wilkins conducting; Others 1747 - J.S. Bach (age 62) visits King Frederick II of Prussia at his court in Potsdam on May 7-8; Bach improvises on a theme submitted by the King, performing on the King's forte-piano; In September of 1747 Bach publishes a chamber work based on the royal theme entitled "Musical Offering." 1937 - The RKO film "Shall We Dance?" is released, with a filmscore by George Gershwin; This film includes the classic Gershwin songs "Beginner's Luck," "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off," "They Can't Take That Away from Me" and an instrumental interlude "Walking the Dog" (released as a solo piano piece under the title "Promenade"). Links and Resources A BBC story on "Rehabilitating Salieri" On Anton Seidl On the Seidl papers at Columbia University

Synopsis On today’s date in 1825, the Italian composer Antonio Salieri breathed his last in Vienna. Gossip circulated that in his final dementia, Salieri blabbed something about poisoning Mozart. Whether he meant it figuratively or literally, or even said anything of the sort, didn’t seem to matter and the gossip became a Romantic legend. Modern food detectives suggested that if Mozart WAS poisoned, an undercooked pork chop might be to blame… In one of his last letters to his wife, Mozart mentions his anticipation of feasting on a fat chop his cook had secured for his dinner! Twenty-five years after Salieri’s death, on today’s date in 1850, the Austro-Hungarian conductor Anton Seidl was born in Budapest. Seidl became a famous conductor of both the Metropolitan Opera and New York Philharmonic. It was Seidl who conducted the premiere of Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony. In 1898, at the age of just 47, Seidl died suddenly, apparently from ptomaine poisoning. Perhaps it was the shad roe he ate at home, or that sausage from Fleischmann’s restaurant? An autopsy revealed serious gallstone and liver ailments, so maybe Seidl’s last meal, whatever it might have been, was as innocent of blame as poor old Salieri. Music Played in Today's Program Wolfgang Mozart (1756 – 1791) Symphony No. 25 St. Martin's Academy; Sir Neville Marriner, cond. Fantasy 104/105 Antonin Dvořák (1841 – 1904) Symphony No. 9 (From the New World) Vienna Philharmonic; Rafael Kubelik, cond. Decca 466 994 Antonio Salieri (1750 – 1825) "La Folia" Variations London Mozart Players; Matthias Bamert, cond. Chandos 9877 On This Day Births 1833 - German composer Johannes Brahms, in Hamburg; 1840 - Russian composer Pyotr Ilyitch Tchaikovsky, in Votkinsk, district of Viatka (Julian date: April 25); 1850 - Hungarian conductor Anton Seidl, in Budapest; He was Wagner assistant at the first Bayreuth Festival performances of the "Ring" operas in 1876-79, was engaged to conduct the German repertory at the Metropolitan Opera in 1885, and in 1891 as the permanent conductor of the New York Philharmonic; He conducted the American premieres of Wagner's "Tristan und Isolde" in 1886 and the world premiere of Dvorák's "New World" Symphony in 1893; He died of ptomaine poisoning in 1898; Deaths 1793 - Italian composer and violinist Pietro Nardini, age 71, in Florence; 1818 - Bohemian composer Leopold (Jan Antonín, Ioannes Antonius)Kozeluch (Kotzeluch, Koželuh), age 70, in Vienna; 1825 - Italian composer Antonio Salieri, age 74, in Vienna; Premieres 1824 - Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 ("Choral") at the Kärntnertor Theater in Vienna, with the deaf composer on stage beating time, but with the performers instructed to follow the cues of Beethoven's assistant conductor, Michael Umlauf; 1888 - Lalo: "Le Roi d'Ys" (The King of Ys) at the Opéra Comique, in Paris; 1926 - Milhaud: opera "Les malheurs d'Orphée" (The Sorrows of Orpheus), in Brussels at the Théatre de la Monnaie; 1944 - Copland: "Our Town" Film Music Suite (revised version), by the Boston Pops conducted by Leonard Bernstein; An earlier version of this suite aired on CBS Radio on June 9, 1940, with the Columbia Broadcasting Symphony conducted by Howard Barlow; 1947 - Virgil Thomson: opera "The Mother of Us All," at Columbia University in New York City; 1985 - David Ward-Steinman: "Chroma" Concerto for multiple keyboards, percussion, and chamber orchestra, in Scottsdale, Ariz., by the Noveau West Chamber Orchestra conducted by Terry Williams, with the composer and Amy-Smith-Davie as keyboard soloists; 1988 - Stockhausen: opera "Montag von Licht" (Monday from Light), in Milan at the Teatro alla Scala; 1988 - Michael Torke: ballet "Black and White," at the New York State Theater, with the NY City Ballet Orchestra, David Alan Miller conducting; 1993 - Harrison Birtwistle: "Five Distances for Five Instruments," in London at the Purcell Room, by the Ensemble InterContemporain; 1998 - Joan Tower: "Tambor," by the Pittsburgh Symphony, Mariss Jansons conducting; 1999 - Robert X. Rodriguez: "Bachanale: Concertino for Orchestra," by the San Antonio Symphony, Wilkins conducting; Others 1747 - J.S. Bach (age 62) visits King Frederick II of Prussia at his court in Potsdam on May 7-8; Bach improvises on a theme submitted by the King, performing on the King's forte-piano; In September of 1747 Bach publishes a chamber work based on the royal theme entitled "Musical Offering." 1937 - The RKO film "Shall We Dance?" is released, with a filmscore by George Gershwin; This film includes the classic Gershwin songs "Beginner's Luck," "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off," "They Can't Take That Away from Me" and an instrumental interlude "Walking the Dog" (released as a solo piano piece under the title "Promenade"). Links and Resources A BBC story on "Rehabilitating Salieri" On Anton Seidl On the Seidl papers at Columbia University

The San Antonio Symphony is excited to pick back up on its Classics Series this year, with concert dates on weekends through the first week of June. The musicians will perform a variety of classical favorites from Mozart, Shostakovich, Beethoven, Copland, and more. All shows will start at 8 p.m. in the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts at 100 Auditorium Circle in San Antonio. To view a full schedule or to purchase tickets, visit www.sasymphony.org/classics.Article Link

Trombonist Brian Santero, hailing from the Hudson Valley region, is now in his third season with the New York City Ballet Orchestra as Principal Trombone. Previously, Brian held the same position with the San Antonio Symphony for a subsequent season in 2014 after joining the symphony as Associate Principal/2nd Trombone in 2013.Frequently exploring the creativity of the trombone outside of the orchestra, Brian has performed solo recitals, given master classes, and collaborated on both contemporary and traditional chamber music performances. Recently, he helped found the Lincoln Center Trombones, a group dedicated to the advancement of the role of the trombone in the arts. As a competitor in international solo competitions, Brian won the grand prize of the Steven Zellmer Minnesota Orchestra Competition and the Lewis Van Haney Philharmonic Prize Tenor Trombone Competition in 2013. Earlier In 2011, he was the grand prize winner of the ITA Alto Trombone Competition and the Larry Wiehe Competition where he impressed people with his love of alto trombone and the virtuoso trombone exploits of Arthur Pryor.Brian studied at the Curtis Institute of Music under the mentorship of Nitzan Haroz. In his spare time, Brian likes to brew delicious coffee with his wife and cat, and disconnect from the wired world in his compact woodshop.Support the show (https://thatsnotspit.com/support/)

Mary Ellen Goree will walk us through on how she became the violin player she is today. Ms. Goree is currently the principal second violin in the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra and the principal second violin in the Colorado Music Festival Orchestra. Goree considers herself to have had a lucky start with violin, studying with Alice Joy Lewis and Doris Gazda before attending Oberlin. After receiving her degrees in violin performance and mathematics, she continued her music education at Indiana University. After a six-month appointment as associate concertmaster of the Yamagata Symphony in Japan, Ms. Goree accepted a position as co-concertmaster of the Shreveport Symphony in Louisiana and violinist in the symphony’s Premier Quartet. In 1988, she joined the San Antonio Symphony as a member of the second violin section, moving to the assistant principal second chair in 1989 and receiving her current appointment as principal second violin in 1991.

When the curtain or "screen" was introduced into the world of orchestral auditions, many hoped that this would result in more racially diverse orchestras. It hasn't yet proven to do so, but musicians like Adedeji Ogunfolu still swear by it. He tells Garrett why that is, and sheds light on how his challenges as a musician paved the way for another passion. Scott reacts to seeing "Django Unchained" for the first time, and Garrett reacts to the drama surrounding Nick Cannon. Episode Playlist: Jeff Scott - "Startin' Something'" Marga Richter - Concerto for Piano, Violas, Cellos, and Basses Traditional - "Steal Away" Florence Price - Piano Concerto in One Movement arr. String Queens - "Glory" Jim Croce - "I've Got a Name" Giuseppe Verdi - Dies Irae Rick Ross - 100 Black Coffins Ludwig van Beethoven - Fur Elise Megan Thee Stallion - "Ratchet" More: Speaker Geeker Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AAW5wRxMYW41AImBfOsIe Composer or Kanye West?: https://www.classicfm.com/lifestyle/quizzes/who-said-it-classical-composer-or-kanye-west/ Black Artists on How to Change Classical Music: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/16/arts/music/black-classical-music-opera.html To Make Orchestras More Diverse, End Blind Auditions: ​https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/16/arts/music/blind-auditions-orchestras-race.html

Major Joseph Hansen is the commander and conductor of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West based at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California. Topics: Joseph’s early career growing up in Western Colorado and attending Brigham Young University. His early career as a teacher and the story of how he transitioned from teaching in Colorado Springs to joining the Air Force. A broad discussion of the Air Force Bands including careers in the Air Force, the organization the Air Force bands, and the overall mission of the units. Joseph’s career in the Air Force and a brief rundown of his assignments and deployments. Some of the resources provided by the Air Force Bands that are available to music educators. Links: Air Force Band of the Golden West Brahms: Symphony No. 3 Schuman: New England Triptych: Chester Williams: E.T. the Extraterrestrial Soundtrack Miller: In the Mood Biography: Major Joseph S. Hansen serves as the Commander and Conductor of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West at Travis Air Force Base, California, a 60-member musical unit comprised of eight different performing groups with a 5-state area of responsibility serving Air Mobility Command. Prior to this command assignment, Major Hansen served as an opinion leader engagement action officer for the Secretary of the Air Force Office of Public Affairs. He was the think tank engagement advisor and liaison for the Chief of Staff and Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force, as well as senior Pentagon and MAJCOM leaders, and was responsible for developing and implementing public support and understanding of Air Force roles and missions. Previously, Major Hansen served as assistant director of operations and flight commander for the United States Air Force Band, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. During his tenure with the band, he served as officer in charge of the Concert Band, Singing Sergeants, Air Force Strings, and Max Impact as well as overseeing the unit’s marketing, operations, and resource sections. He deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (2014) and Operations Inherent Resolve and Freedom’s Sentinel (2018) to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar and served as the U.S. Air Forces Central Command (AFCENT) Band officer in charge. Through his leadership, deployed bands traveled to Afghanistan, Iraq, Egypt and 10 other countries performing for 50,000 military and local audience members on over 250 missions. Major Hansen began his Air Force career in 2009 as deputy commander of the USAF Band of the West at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. In 2011, he planned and directed the band’s first combined concert with the San Antonio Symphony. Prior to joining the Air Force, Major Hansen was a band and orchestra teacher in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He graduated with honors from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education in 2006. He went on to complete his Master of Music degree from Southern Oregon University through the American Band College in 2009. Major Hansen completed all coursework and exams towards his Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Music Education in 2017, and is currently in the dissertation process. ------- Are you planning to travel with your group sometime soon? If so, please consider my sponsor, Kaleidoscope Adventures, a full service tour company specializing in student group travel. With a former educator as its CEO, Kaleidoscope Adventures is dedicated to changing student lives through travel and they offer high quality service and an attention to detail that comes from more than 25 years of student travel experience. Trust Kaleidoscope’s outstanding staff to focus on your group’s one-of-a-kind adventure, so that you can focus on everything else!

Associate Concertmaster of the San Antonio Symphony and co-founder of the string quartet Agarita, Sarah Silver Manzke discusses performing during COVID and beyond.

Winner of the 2018 Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award by the U.S Solti Foundation, German based American conductor, Roderick Cox, has been praised as a conductor who is “paving the way” (NBC News) and recognized as a “trailblazer…a conductor who will be amongst the vanguard” (Minnesota StarTribune). Cox has gained international attention for recent appearances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra, Houston Grand Opera, and Philharmonia Orchestra (London).  Highlights and debuts in the 19/20 season include concerts with Orchestre de Paris, Dresdner Philharmonie, Kristiansand Symfoniorkester, Mannheim Staatsorchester, and Iceland Symphony Orchestra. In the US, Roderick will debut with the New York Philharmonic for the New York Philharmonic’s Young Peoples Concerts Series, the Aspen Music Festival Chamber Orchestra, Richmond Symphony, Phoenix Symphony, Louisville Orchestra, the Sphinx Symphony Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony and San Antonio Symphony.  Highlights among recent engagements as a guest conductor include debut subscription concerts with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, his opera debut with Houston Grand Opera (Bizet’s Pêcheurs de Perles)as well as further debuts with BBC Symphony, Sinfonia Varsovia (Warsaw), BBC Scottish Symphony and with Philharmonia Orchestra (London) at the Brighton Festival. Further US Summer performances included a debut with the Houston Symphony and re-invitations to The Cleveland Orchestra (Blossom Music Festival) and the Minnesota Orchestra 

Silvia Santinelli is a world class concert pianist, whose love of music began at age of seven, when she was taken under the tutelage of the late pianist and composer Robert Avalon to study and begin her musical career in the United States. At the age of twelve, she made her debut as a soloist with the San Antonio Symphony playing the Beethoven C Major Piano Concerto. Since then, she has performed on grand stages in countries around the world, including Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and the Czech Republic, dazzling audiences with her captivating performances. Listen as she visits with Sonny to share a life of "classical reflection." May you be inspired by her beautiful story. Show notes: https://SonnyRadio.com/silvia-santinelli

Mark Sparks is the Principal flutist of the St. Louis Symphony, is a captivating soloist, an in-demand teacher, and an avid writer. Mark started in the Canton Symphony Orchestra, then the Caracas Symphony in Venezuela, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, San Antonio Symphony, and Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Mark has continued to push himself as a musician to stay at the top of his game. With him, it seems like the possibilities are limitless.

TBJ129: Martin McCain on travel, creating new repertoire and BBQ. Trombone player and educator Martin McCain gives us a peek at his diverse and prolific career.  From his bio: Global Music Award Gold Medal Winner and Grammy Award-nominated trombonist Martin McCain enjoys a career that spans an impressive scope of genres. A third-generation musician, he maintains a versatile performance schedule as a soloist, recording artist, chamber, orchestral and commercial musician. According to the International Trombone Association Journal, his playing has been described as "solid and masterful". McCain is in high demand as a performer and clinician throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia. His performances and arrangements have been broadcast on Austin, Knoxville, Tucson, Chicago, Toronto and Hong Kong's radio stations in addition to NPR's "Performance Today". Martin has appeared as a guest artist at the International Trombone Festival, Great American Brass Band Festival, Zagreb Brass Festival, Brazilian Trombone Festival and American Trombone Workshop. He is the leader of the award-winning jazz trombone ensemble, JazzBonez, a member of the highly-acclaimed Minor 4th Trombone Quartet and an Associate Artist with the Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass. Martin regularly performs in recital programs both as a soloist and as the McCain Duo with his wife, pianist Artina McCain. As an orchestral musician, Martin holds the position of Principal Bass Trombone for the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra. McCain regularly performs with the IRIS Orchestra, San Antonio Symphony, Austin Symphony and Memphis Symphony Orchestra in addition to several summer festival orchestras. He has performed with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Houston Symphony Orchestra, Amarillo Symphony, Charleston Symphony Orchestra and many regional orchestras. As a commercial musician, he performs with the NOW Jazz Orchestra, Memphis Jazz Orchestra and several national touring ensembles in addition to performances with the Frank Sinatra Jr. Orchestra.  McCain was a prize - winner twice in both the International Trombone Association's Donald Yaxley Solo Bass Trombone Competition and Kai Winding Jazz Trombone Ensemble Competition and twice in both of the American Trombone Workshop's National Bass Trombone Solo Competition and Jazz Trombone Ensemble Competition. He has been a featured soloist with the Croatian Army Wind Band, United States Army Concert Band "Pershing's Own" and the United States Army Brass Quintet. In addition to being heard on various recordings on the Summit Records, Naxos and Equilibrium labels, Martin has released three solo CDs Trombone Czar: Russian Treasures Recorded Live! (2012), Shades (2014) and Trombone Czar: The Extended Version(2015). Other recording credits include numerous movie and video game soundtracks in addition to commercial jingles. He is a four-time winner of the Global Music Awards and was featured as their “Emerging Artist” in an edition of Billboard magazine. Martin is an Artist/Teacher of Trombone and the youngest faculty member to hold the rank of full professor at Texas State University. Under his leadership, the Trombone Choir and Jazz Trombone Ensembles have been invited to perform at the International Trombone Festival, American Trombone Workshop, Big 12 Trombone Conference and Texas Music Educators Association Convention on numerous occasions and have released two commercial recordings. Dr. McCain’s students have also been extremely successful in solo and ensemble competitions including the International Trombone Association competitions, the American Trombone Workshop competitions and the Big 12 Trombone Solo Competitions. In recognition of his teaching, he has received several citations including the 2019 College Achievement Award in Teaching, 2016 Presidential Distinction Award for Excellence in Teaching and the 2013 Dean Nominee for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching. His students have been accepted into some of the nation's most prestigious graduate programs such as the Juilliard School, Eastman School of Music, Yale University, Northwestern University, Manhattan School of Music and the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. He is also the founder/director of the Texas State Trombone Symposium. In addition to his duties at Texas State, Martin spends the summer on the faculty for the Austin Chamber Music Festival, Interharmony International Music Festival (Italy), Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, PRIZM International Chamber Music Festival, SliderAsia Music Festival (Hong Kong) and the English Brass Academy (Croatia). Martin McCain is a performing artist for S.E. Shires, Reunion Blues Gig Bags and plays on the "McCain" signature mouthpiece series manufactured by Pickett Brass. In this fun and lively discussion, we cover: His two homes Illustrious bass trombone players He and his wife both have cool gigs Phish Memphis BBQ Smoking meat Growing up in the Midwest More Smokers Than Trombone The 16-hour-10-hour smoke Fred Powell Dial-a-BBQ Being a third-generation musician Playing with the Memphis Symphony Last of the Mississippi Juke Joints Food His Dad's advice, "If you want to eat..." Starting on piano, switching to baritone Mo' Better Blues McCain Duo Piano prenup Creating new repertoire for the duo Sacred music (with a twist) project Mahidol University Bangkok and Asian travel Musical forest What, why and how he records album projects How projects get funded Jazz Bones Southern Miss Hub Bones The value of concentrated rehearsal time Playing with Boston Brass Recording the Kenton Christmas album LINKS: Martin's site Texas State Trombone Studio page McCain Duo Last of the Mississippi Jukes movie Want to help the show? Here are some ways: Unlock bonus episodes galore by becoming a Patreon patron. We just launched a brand new Brass Junkies newsletter! It will change your life. Like, it's life-changing! Subscribe today to stay in the loop on all things Brass Junkies! Help others find the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts. Show us some love on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. 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Mark Maliniak joined the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as Fourth/Utility Trumpet in September 2018. Mr. Maliniak has toured both nationally and internationally with The Cleveland Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, and Buffalo Philharmonic. He has appeared regularly as guest principal trumpet with the Detroit Symphony, Jacksonville Symphony, Malaysian Philharmonic, and Tucson Symphony, where he was also a featured soloist. Mr. Maliniak has also performed with the Kansas City Symphony, New World Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony, Rochester Philharmonic, and Utah Symphony and has recorded with the Buffalo Philharmonic, Detroit Symphony and Utah Symphony.A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Mr. Maliniak received a Bachelor of Music degree from the Baldwin-Wallace University Conservatory of Music as a student of Jack Sutte and a Master of Music degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music as a student of Michael Sachs. He has had additional studies with Jack Brndiar, Michael Miller, and Lyle Steelman. Mr. Maliniak has attended the Music Academy of the West, Pacific Music Festival, Verbier Festival and Tanglewood Music Center, where he was the recipient of the Roger Voisin Trumpet Award. Mark Maliniak is a Conn-Selmer Performing Artist.Jaclyn Rainey was appointed Associate Principal horn of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2018. Prior to her appointment Ms. Rainey served as Third horn with the Atlanta Symphony for four seasons, Acting Principal horn with the Naples Philharmonic as well as Associate Principal horn with the Louisiana Philharmonic. Rainey, a Louisville, KY native, has performed with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Buffalo Philharmonic, Cincinnati Symphony, Kansas City Symphony, Louisville Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony, San Antonio Symphony, Sarasota Orchestra and spent two summers as a fellow at the Tanglewood Music Center. Rainey was a winner of the MTNA Senior Brass Solo Competition. During the summer of 2015 Ms. Rainey joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra in Carnegie Hall and on their European Tour. Ms. Rainey has also served on the faculties of Georgia State University and Emory University.She received her undergraduate degree in horn performance from the Eastman School of Music, followed by a masters degree at the New England Conservatory of Music. She has studied with W. Peter Kurau, Richard Sebring and James Sommerville.Support the show (https://thatsnotspit.com/support/)

TBJ113: Rebecca Cherian on encouraging young women players, the importance of allies and the Bernstein Bounce. Rebecca Cherian is Co-Principal Trombone of the Pittsburgh Symphony. From her bio: Rebecca Cherian was awarded the position of co-principal trombone of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra by Lorin Maazel in 1989. She has been trombone instructor at Carnegie Mellon University since 1993. Cherian was a founding member of the International Women’s Brass Conference in 1994 and served as the IWBC Newsletter Editor for five years.  As a California native, Cherian began her professional career at the age of 16 as trombonist with the San Jose Symphony under the direction of George Cleve. At the age of 17, she appeared as a soloist with the San Francisco Symphony as a result of winning First Prize in their Young Musicians’ Awards. Cherian earned her Bachelor of Music Degree from the California Institute of the Arts and her Master of Music Degree from the Yale School of Music. While in school she was awarded First Place in the Atwater Kent Brass Competition and Outstanding Chamber Music Performer at Yale. She studied with Miles Anderson, Robert Szabo, and John Swallow. Before becoming a member of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Cherian held positions of principal trombone with the Springfield Symphony in Massachusetts and the Rhode Island Philharmonic. She was trombone instructor at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, the Hartt School of Music and Wesleyan University. As a freelance artist, she toured with the Israel Philharmonic under the Direction of Leonard Bernstein, performed with the Boston Opera, New York City Ballet, Hartford, New Haven, and Vermont Symphonies and Goodspeed Opera House. In September 1993, Cherian enjoyed the honor of performing at the White House in Washington, D.C. as part of a 15-woman ensemble of brass and percussion players for the opening reception of the Annual International Women’s Forum. The group performed the world premiere of Joan Tower’s fanfare, Celebration, which was dedicated to Hillary Clinton. Cherian appears regularly as a soloist and master class Clinician at the IWBC. Cherian released her second solo CD, “L’Invitation au Voyage,” in 2015. Both her first CD, “Water Awakening,” and “L’Invitation au Voyage.” are available through cdbaby.com or amazon.com. She can also be heard on “From the Back Row,” a recording on Albany Records of the Low Brass Section of the Pittsburgh Symphony and numerous recordings of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Lorin Maazel, Mariss Jansons and Manfred Honeck. In this fun and lively discussion, we cover: The dramatic Rebecca/Becky controversy Playing with the PSO The recent PSO concert at Lincoln Center in NYC Technical difficulties Becky still has a home phone (thankfully!)! The state of the PSO How social media played a part in getting the word out about the PSO player's positions Her first gig was in San Antonio Symphony at 16 years of age Losing her slide story Women in the career field, how things have changed and what work there still is to do The importance of building allies in a group How to coach and encourage young women players (and the men too!) Diversity issues in general Picking the instrument in school, despite trombone not being a "girl's" instrument Soloing with the San Francisco Symphony at 17 Lance's monumental frack  Playing under Bernstein with the Isreal Philharmonic on tour in Mexico and Texas (and learning Rite of Spring and bass trumpet in one day) Meeting Bernstein Bernstein falling off the podium (and bouncing back), AKA the "Bernstein Bounce" Herp Alpert Playing at the White House Links: PSO Bio CMU Bio Shires Trombone Artist Page Becky's CD Baby store From the Back Row CD (with the PSO low brass section) Want to help the show? Here are some ways: Help others find the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes. Show us some love on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Help us pay the bills (and get regular bonus episodes!) by becoming a Patreon patron. Show some love to our sponsors: The brass program at The Mary Pappert School of Music at Duquesne University and Parker Mouthpieces (including the Andrew Hitz and Lance LaDuke models.) Tell your friends! Expertly produced by Will Houchin with love, care, and enthusiasm.

This week on The CineSnob Podcast, Cody and Jerrod review the live-action "Aladdin," Olivia Wilde's directorial debut "Booksmart," and Cody discusses his experience at the San Antonio Symphony's performance of John Williams classics. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

Hailed a “firebrand” and noted for her “Supreme panache” as a cellist, Christine Lamprea, TMI Class of 2007, has travelled around the world performing in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, in such venues as Alice Tully Hall, the Beethovenhaus, the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, and the Metropolitan Museum. She has performed as a soloist with the Detroit Symphony, Houston Symphony, and San Antonio Symphony, among others. After graduating from TMI, Christine earned her Bachelor’s at The Juilliard School and then her Masters from the New England Conservatory of Music. In March of this year, she was honored as a Sphinx Medal of Excellence Winner and is currently serving as a faculty member at Texas Christian University as a Lecturer in Cello. In this Episode, Christine shares her journey to becoming a cellist, her exploration of music, and how her experiences at TMI helped shape and prepare her for the future ahead. She gives advice to aspiring musicians and encourages everyone to support our local San Antonio Symphony, which played a major role in her development as a musician. Don’t be afraid of classical music, she said, just go, feel, and enjoy it. https://www.christinelamprea.com https://www.facebook.com/lampreacello https://www.instagram.com/lampreacello https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTvWlLWTHFTMJ34F-5yEVPA https://twitter.com/lampreacello?lang=en  https://sasymphony.org 

This week on Just This, Rick and I discuss the controversy surrounding Mayor Ron Nirenberg's, and ultimately City Council's, decision not to submit a bid for San Antonio to host the 2020 Republican National Convention. Rather than air the issue publicly in an open session of Council, Nirenberg chose to take it behind closed doors in "executive session," excluding the public and reporters. Texas has strong open meeting laws, although there are a few topics that officials legally can talk about in private including personnel matters, litigation, and the so-called "economic development exception." San Antonio City Attorney Andrew Segovia said Council members could discuss a potential bid behind closed doors under that exception, but could not talk about the politics of a bid. However, Rick cites a longtime media lawyer who says that unless there was a specific proposal or bid being negotiated, the discussions likely were not allowed under the law. We deconstruct the politics behind the mayor's choice as well as the other considerations in play. We also highlight the Rivard Report's Fiesta and Commemorative Week coverage. And Beth touches on a video interview published today between our arts and culture writer Nicholas Frank and San Antonio Spurs forward Pau Gasol, who recently joined the San Antonio Symphony's board of trustees.

This week on The CineSnob Podcast, Cody and Jerrod review the spy thriller "Red Sparrow," talk "I, Tonya" on Blu-ray, break down the 90th annual Academy Awards, and recap their visit to the San Antonio Symphony's performance of "La La Land" live. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

Jessica Valls has created a fascinating career as a double bass performer, educator, and free improvisor. She performs regularly with the Austin Symphony, San Antonio Symphony, and the vocal group Conspirare.  She also plays chamber music, jazz gigs, and solo performances. Jessica teaches at Southwestern University, Austin Community College, and Huston-Tillotson University.  She is also the founder ad director of the Austin Bass Workshop. Jessica is a dedicated free improvisor, incorporating singing, bass playing, and other elements on a regular basis into her performances. This episode is divided into three parts: Part 1 - Being Onstage Part 2 - Improvisation: The Hows and Whys Part 3 - Reflection and Advice Links to check out: Intermezzo by Reinhold Gliére - with improvised introduction from Jessica Improvisation from the first Austin Bass Workshop 2015 Considering Matthew Shepard - an ongoing project with Conspirare Group free improv - workshop video that we discuss Austin Bass Workshop Contrabass Conversations is sponsored by: The Upton Bass String Instrument Company.  Upton's Concord model is the first truly authentic New England double bass that they’ve made. Beautiful sloping shoulders (the same upper bouts as their Gary Karr Upton Double Bass), Busetto corners, Prescott ff-holes, flat maple back and sides (many grades available) with deep ribs (lined outside) and a deluxe spruce top combined with a finely detailed scroll, button and hand-cut tuners that pay homage to Prescott while keeping with their own highly-revered and uniquely New England tradition of instrument building. A440 Violin Shop - An institution in the Roscoe Village neighborhood for over 20 years, A440's commitment to fairness and value means that we have many satisfied customers from the local, national, and international string playing communities. Our clients include major symphony orchestras, professional orchestra and chamber music players, aspiring students, amateur adult players, all kinds of fiddlers, jazz and commercial musicians, university music departments, and public schools. Bass Violin Shop -  Offers the Southeast's largest inventory of laminate, hybrid and carved double basses. Whether you are in search of the best entry-level laminate, or a fine pedigree instrument, there is always a unique selection ready for you to try. Trade-ins and consignments welcome! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!

The CineSnob Podcast returns from hibernation, and the rust is evident. We can't recommend you listen to this episode, but if you do, you'll hear reviews of "Patriots Day," "Live by Night," "Silence," and "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story."  Cody and Jerrod also discuss the San Antonio Symphony's "Home Alone" show, Woody Harrelson's live movie "Lost in London," and our new film series Cinema on the Rocks. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

In this week's episode of The CineSnob Podcast, the guys from CineSnob.net review "The Visit." They also discuss the possibility of a Nicktoons live action/animated movie, and recap their experiences at Alamo City Comic Con and the San Antonio Symphony performance of "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial." [0:00-6:37] Intro and Willy Wonka talk[6:37-29:39] Alamo City Comic Con recap[29:39-45:39] E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial in Concert recap[45:39-1:03:43] There might be a live action/animation Nicktoons movie[1:03:43-1:25:52] The Visit[1:25:52-1:34:00] Teases for next week and close --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

David Gross (president San Antonio Symphony) and Mike Riley (GM Majestic Theatre) sit down with Luis to promote the E.T. The Extraterrestial Live September 11th at the Majestic Theatre!

In this week's episode of The CineSnob Podcast, the guys from CineSnob.net recap their top films of the year so far, and give a preview of the Fall movie season. They also discuss the dismal box office numbers for "We Are Your Friends," and how "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will dominate IMAX screens for an entire month. [0:00-34:33] Intro, Fight Club screening recap & San Antonio Symphony E.T. preview[34:33-43:36] We Are Your Friends is the 3rd lowest-grossing wide release ever[43:36-54:56] Star Wars: The Force Awakens will have IMAX screens for an entire month[54:56-1:14:31] Top 5-ish movies of the year so far[1:14:31-1:45:54] Top 5 movies we're looking forward to[1:45:54-1:56:28] Teases for next week and close --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

In this week's episode of The CineSnob Podcast, the guys from CineSnob.net review "Tomorrowland," "Poltergeist," and "Slow West." They also discuss the San Antonio Symphony's Star Wars and More - John Williams tribute concert, Simon Pegg's controversial comments about spectacle movies, and Reese Witherspoon being cast in a live-action Tinker Bell movie. [0:00-21:15] Intro, 1 year anniversary, San Antonio Symphony - John Williams tribute concert wrap up[21:15-37:56] Simon Pegg's comments on fanboy movies make people angry[37:56-45:24] Reese Witherspoon to play live action Tinker Bell for Disney[45:24-1:05:04] Tomorrowland[1:05:04-1:16:10] Poltergeist[1:16:10-1:27:22] Slow West[1:27:22-1:38:19] Teases for next week and close --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

In this week's episode of The CineSnob Podcast, the guys from CineSnob.net discuss the Star Trek Into Darkness live symphony concert (performed by the San Antonio Symphony) that they attended. They also review "Fury," "The Book of Life," and "Men, Women and Children" and talk about the new Marvel and DC franchise news. [0:00-17:42] Intro and Star Trek Into Darkness live symphony discussion [17:42-30:58] Marvel's Captain America 3/Civil War news  [30:58-48:35] DC drops some release dates, directors, and stars for all of their upcoming films. [48:35-1:00:43] Fury [1:00:43-1:15:44] The Book Of Life [1:15:44-1:51:01] Men, Women and Children [1:51:01-1:54:24] Teases for next week and close --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-cinesnob-podcast/support

We're bringing you an interview with double bassist Charles DeRamus on Contrabass Conversations this week. Charles is a member of the Gothenburg Symphony and has worked extensively in both Europe and the United States during his professional career. Charles has recently written a children's concert for double bass quartet and narrator called "Greta's Dream" which has been performed at many venues in the United States and Sweden. This piece will be performed at the 2011 International Society of Bassists Convention in San Francisco, so be sure to check out their session if you can attend the convention. Following the interview, we feature two excerpts from a live performance of Greta's Dream (right around the 57 minute point in the podcast if you want to jump right to them), and more information about this piece will be provided in the coming months. Be sure to check out the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra Bass Quartet on Facebook--they've got a great page!   About Charles:  Charles DeRamus has a career that spans from North America to Scandinavia, where he is currently a member of the Gothenburg Symphony and has worked extensively with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Bergen Philharmonic, Malmo? Symphony Orchestra, Stavanger Symphony Orchestra, and the Swedish Chamber Orchestra. In the United States he has performed, recorded and toured with the Atlanta Symphony, Detroit Symphony, Houston Symphony, San Antonio Symphony, Virginia Symphony, and the Colorado Music Festival. His studies include degrees from Indiana University and Rice University, after which he was a member of the New World Symphony and participated in numerous summer festivals including Tanglewood, Schleswig-Holstein, National Repertory Orchestra, Pacific Music Festival, and the National Orchestral Institute. Equally at home in various musical venues, Charles has performed with the Houston Grand Opera, Atlanta Opera, Ohio Light Opera, NorrlandsOperan, Malmo? Opera, as well as the Dayton Bach Society, the contemporary ensemble “Black Box Band”, Sweden’s acclaimed new music ensemble Gageego, and the Persian/European influenced Rumi Ensemble. Recent solo engagements include a unique performance with the National Orchestra of Sweden for a concert celebrating newly naturalized Swedish citizens, as well as performances of Piazzolla’s Le Grand Tango and Beethoven’s F Major Romance with the Eureka Symphony in the United States. Charles is a dedicated teacher and currently serves on the faculties of the Sequoia Chamber Music Workshop and the Idyllwild Arts Summer Festival Programs. Previously he has served on the All-State at Interlochen and University of Michigan Summer Arts Institute faculties, as well as given masterclasses in Norway, Sweden, the United States, and at the Royal College of Music and Yehudi Menuhin School in England. As a composer/arranger, in the 2010/11 season Charles will celebrate the premier performances of “Greta’s Dream”, his newly written children’s concert for Double Bass Quartet and narrator. Following in his father and grandfather’s footsteps, Charles is the third generation bassist in his family.

Contrabass Conversations Co-host John Grillo and Jason conclude their interview with Cleveland Orchestra Principal Bass Max Dimoff this week. Before winning his job with the Cleveland Orchestra, Max served as Principal Bass of the San Antonio Symphony and Section Bass for the Grant Park Symphony and Seattle Symphony. In this second segment of our interview with Max, we cover the use of rhythms in practicing solo and orchestral music, why he finds warm-up exercises useful, standing versus sitting, and audition preparation advice. Max's Warm-Ups Max Dimoff Warm-Up Packet (PDF) In addition to serving as Principal Bass with the Cleveland Orchestra, Max is on faculty at the Cleveland Institute of Music along with Jeff Bradetich, his former teacher from Northwestern University. Max and Jeff team teach the CIM bass studio in a very interesting arrangement which we discuss during our interview.

Contrabass Conversations Co-host John Grillo and Jason interview Cleveland Orchestra Principal Bass Max Dimoff this week. Before winning his job with the Cleveland Orchestra, Max served as Principal Bass of the San Antonio Symphony and Section Bass for the Grant Park Symphony and Seattle Symphony. In this second segment of our interview with Max, we cover the use of rhythms in practicing solo and orchestral music, why he finds warm-up exercises useful, standing versus sitting, and audition preparation advice. Max's Warm-Ups Max Dimoff Warm-Up Packet (PDF) In addition to serving as Principal Bass with the Cleveland Orchestra, Max is on faculty at the Cleveland Institute of Music along with Jeff Bradetich, his former teacher from Northwestern University. Max and Jeff team teach the CIM bass studio in a very interesting arrangement which we discuss during our interview.

This week's Contrabass Conversations episode features an interview with double bassist Michael Hovnanian. Michael has been a member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 1989, and he serves as the president of Discordia Music (double bass music publisher). Michael also plays for the Gunnelpumpers, Chicago Bass Ensemble, Music of the Baroque, and the Ars Viva Symphony Orchestra. He authors the popular CSO Bass Blog, and he has served on the faculty for Northwestern University and the Chicago College of Performing Arts. Michael was also my bass teacher for my undergraduate and graduate degrees at Northwestern, and it was really great to get a chance to do this interview. You will also get a chance to hear Michael play the Discordia Music edition of the Brahms Sonata in E minor on this episode. It is a great edition of a great piece, and Michael plays it beautifully. Enjoy! About Michael Hovnanian Michael Hovnanian grew up in the Seattle area and started playing the bass in the public schools. His primary teachers were James Harnett and Ronald Simon of the Seattle Symphony. An early interest in solo playing led to performances with the Seattle Symphony, the Northwest Chamber Orchestra and the University of Washington Symphony. Michael attended the University of Washington and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the California Institute of the Arts where he studied with Frederick Tinsley of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. In 1986 he joined the Victoria Symphony as Principal Bassist and in 1988 the San Antonio Symphony as a member of the bass section. Since 1989 he has been a member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. In addition to playing in the CSO Mr. Hovnanian is active performing solo and chamber music in the Chicago area. He has appeared in the Chicago Symphony chamber concerts at Orchestra Hall and the Art Institute, with Chicago Pro Musica, and at the Winter Chamber Music Festival. Currently he is President of Discordia Music, a pulishing company specializing in new and arranged works for Double Bass. He is also a co-founder of the International Bottesini Society, an organization dedicated to promoting the legacy of that composer. Michael’s blog: www.csobassblog.blogspot.com

This week's Contrabass Conversations episode features an interview with double bassist Michael Hovnanian. Michael has been a member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 1989, and he serves as the president of Discordia Music (double bass music publisher). Michael also plays for the Gunnelpumpers, Chicago Bass Ensemble, Music of the Baroque, and the Ars Viva Symphony Orchestra. He authors the popular CSO Bass Blog, and he has served on the faculty for Northwestern University and the Chicago College of Performing Arts. Michael was also my bass teacher for my undergraduate and graduate degrees at Northwestern, and it was really great to get a chance to do this interview. You will also get a chance to hear Michael play the Discordia Music edition of the Brahms Sonata in E minor on this episode. It is a great edition of a great piece, and Michael plays it beautifully. Enjoy! About Michael Hovnanian Michael Hovnanian grew up in the Seattle area and started playing the bass in the public schools. His primary teachers were James Harnett and Ronald Simon of the Seattle Symphony. An early interest in solo playing led to performances with the Seattle Symphony, the Northwest Chamber Orchestra and the University of Washington Symphony. Michael attended the University of Washington and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the California Institute of the Arts where he studied with Frederick Tinsley of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. In 1986 he joined the Victoria Symphony as Principal Bassist and in 1988 the San Antonio Symphony as a member of the bass section. Since 1989 he has been a member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. In addition to playing in the CSO Mr. Hovnanian is active performing solo and chamber music in the Chicago area. He has appeared in the Chicago Symphony chamber concerts at Orchestra Hall and the Art Institute, with Chicago Pro Musica, and at the Winter Chamber Music Festival. Currently he is President of Discordia Music, a pulishing company specializing in new and arranged works for Double Bass. He is also a co-founder of the International Bottesini Society, an organization dedicated to promoting the legacy of that composer. Michael’s blog: www.csobassblog.blogspot.com