Podcasts about spokane symphony

Today, we're thrilled to have a guest whose talent and passion resonate far beyond the concert hall. He's a world-renowned conductor, a musical storyteller, and the visionary Music Director of the Spokane Symphony—James Lowe!Under his baton, the Spokane Symphony has brought unforgettable performances to life, bridging tradition with innovation and captivating audiences of all ages. From the timeless works of Beethoven to bold contemporary compositions, James is dedicated to making classical music accessible, inspiring, and unforgettable for our community.In this episode, we'll explore James's journey from the UK to Spokane, his approach to crafting magical musical experiences, and the symphony's role in shaping Spokane's vibrant arts scene. Plus, we'll hear about the exciting upcoming performances that you won't want to miss.

Jim Tevenan talks with conductor Shira Samuels-Shragg and violinist Gabriella Després

SSO Music Director James Lowe and participants in the orchestra's second annual young conductor's workshop talk with Jim Tevenan in the KPBX studio

A conversation with James Lowe and Kitara Johnson-Jones

Jim Tevenan's conversation with SSO Music Director James Lowe and IntelliTect CEO Grant Erickson

SSO interview with Morihiko Nakahara and Sara Davis Buechner

Former Bank Executive and now... Interim Executive Director of the Spokane Symphony... Yes, that is what Russ Lee is doing in his "retirement" He took the bank he was leading through a $160M exit and now is leading a movement of music in the town he loves, Spokane, Wa. Listen as Russ tells stories of his childhood, career, and family. The honesty and humbleness of being clear about areas he wasn't good at as a young man are refreshing and insightful. Subscribe and share the episode. Check out the platform at www.BuildCities.com

Conductor Darko Butorac and flute soloist Julia Pyke talk about the next Spokane Symphony concert

Glenn Dicterow, James Lowe and Mateusz Wolski discuss music of subversion and empowerment

Young composers, mentors and organizers preview an event uniting words and music

Tabla virtuoso Sandeep Das and conductor James Ross preview a varied SSO program

Conductor James Lowe and violinist Jack Liebeck preview a cosmic concert

James Lowe and soprano Malinda Wagstaff preview a maritime-themed program

Conductor Morihiko Nakahara and guest soloist Zhu Wang preview an SSO concert

In this episode, I share my experience of coming to America.I have lived in America longer now than I have lived in my native country of Poland. I have many thoughts and emotions about this exciting, blessed, and educational part of my life. And today, I will address how the Lord guided me to this great land just as He led others. My life started in Poland during Communism. For those who do not know what communism is, it is a type of government and an economic system (a way of creating and sharing wealth). In a Communist system, individuals do not own land, factories, or machinery. Instead, the government or the whole community owns these things. Everyone is supposed to share the wealth that they create."https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/communism/352989There is a scripture that I love and appreciate very much. In Ether chapter 2:12 of the Book of Mormon, It says:"Behold, this is a choice land, and whatsoever nation shall possess it shall be free from bondage, and from captivity, and from all other nations under heaven, if they will but serve the God of the land, who is Jesus Christ, who hath been manifested by the things which we have written."On the “References- World View” site, I learned more about people who emigrated to America. It made me think of my great-great aunt and her brother, who left Russia and came to America, leaving the conditions behind.“People immigrated to America for various reasons, including finding personal, religious, or economic freedom. The most prominent reason for immigration, however, was poverty. People left their home countries, where they had low wages and poor living.Each generation brought a different group of immigrants having various reasons and conditions for immigrating to America and creating a better life for themselves and their families.”https://www.reference.com/world-view/reasons-people-immigrated-america-107a129f035a344dIn closing, I share one of my songs, "Here in this Land," composed for a special event over ten years ago.  It was performed by Spokane Symphony and Children's Choirwww.kasiasmusic.comwww.kasiasfaithjourney.comhttps://www.facebook.com/kasiasfaithjourney/

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Corporate portraits can be challenging. Everything from tight spaces and limited time, to a mix of personalities and desired goals, the photographer has to become the fixer. Adding to that, telling the story of what someone does in a single photo might be one of the most difficult things you'll ever have to do. When it comes to these types of commercial shoots, there are many possible directions you can go. Some people opt for the traditional portrait, the ones against a backdrop. Others try to embrace the story of the subject with an environmental portrait, by placing the subject in a scene designed to help the story. This is where today's guest excels. Spokane, WA based Zack Berlat is a commercial and editorial photographer that specializes in creative portraits, combining bold colors, dynamic compositions, and authentic emotion. Looking through his portfolio is like looking at a book full of inspiration. Photo after photo that uses space and the subject's environment in some of the most wonderfully creative ways. Zack's work has taken him everywhere from a 6x12 jail cell to a 14th-century monastery in the Italian countryside, and his approach to portraiture is clear... he brings a refreshing curiosity about what makes his subjects who they are. With clients ranging from Gonzaga and Regis Universities to Providence Hospitals and the Spokane Symphony, Zack has mastered the art of placing a person in a scene in a way that immediately tells the viewer what they are looking at. Join commercial and editorial photographer Zack Berlat and me as we take a look at how to create better corporate and environmental portraits, on this episode of Behind the Shot. Connect with Zack Personal: zackberlat.com Instagram: @zackberlat Zack's Photographer Pick Steve Korn: stevekornphoto.com

For our last conversation of the 2020-2021 season, we look forward to what the future might bring, post-covid. Our special guest is Jeff vom Saal, Executive Director of the Spokane Symphony, who gives some insight into what his organization has been doing – and what they hope to achieve as the arts begin to open up again.

This week Eckart Preu, former conductor of the Spokane Symphony, stops by Corner Booth Media to talk about how he became a member, soloist and assistant conductor of the Boys Choir Dresdner Kreuzchor plus much more!

Each year, the Spokane Symphony invites fourth and fifth grade students from across the city to the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox.Last Thursday, 2,500 students from every elementary school in Spokane Public Schools had the chance to see this historical theater and learn about music in a way many of them have never experienced before.

Guest Conductor of the Spokane Symphony, Morihiko Nakahara, and The Sweeplings, Cami Bradley and Whitney Dean, visit the studio in advance of the Symphony's Holiday Pops concert to talk partnerships, musical collaborations, and the holidays. Spokane Symphony and The Sweeplings will perform the Holiday Pops Saturday, December 18 at 8PM and Sunday, December 19 at 2PM. For tickets and more information visit .

Guest Conductor of the Spokane Symphony, Morihiko Nakahara, and The Sweeplings, Cami Bradley and Whitney Dean, visit the studio in advance of the Symphony's Holiday Pops concert to talk partnerships, musical collaborations, and the holidays. Spokane Symphony and The Sweeplings will perform the Holiday Pops Saturday, December 18 at 8PM and Sunday, December 19 at 2PM. For tickets and more information visit .

Guest Conductor of the Spokane Symphony, Morihiko Nakahara, and The Sweeplings, Cami Bradley and Whitney Dean, visit the studio in advance of the Symphony's Holiday Pops concert to talk partnerships, musical collaborations, and the holidays.

Morihiko Nakahara (Conductor) and Cecily MacDougall (Associate Executive Director of State Street Ballet) visit the studio to discuss the Spokane Symphony's performance of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," with the dancers of the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara.

Morihiko Nakahara (Conductor) and Cecily MacDougall (Associate Executive Director of State Street Ballet) visit the studio to discuss the Spokane Symphony's performance of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," with the dancers of the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara. "The Nutcracker" will be performed Thursday, December 2 through Sunday, December 5. For performances, tickets, and more information, visit https://spokanesymphony.org/concerts-tickets/the-nutcracker-ballet/.

Morihiko Nakahara (Conductor) and Cecily MacDougall (Associate Executive Director of State Street Ballet) visit the studio to discuss the Spokane Symphony's performance of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," with the dancers of the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara. "The Nutcracker" will be performed Thursday, December 2 through Sunday, December 5. For performances, tickets, and more information, visit https://spokanesymphony.org/concerts-tickets/the-nutcracker-ballet/.

Spokane Symphony's "Masterworks 3: Points North" features cellist Inbal Segev and contemporary composer Anna Clyne's "DANCE." James Lowe, Conductor, visits the studio along with Inbal Segev, with a preview and discussion of all four of the masterworks in the program. The Spokane Symphony will perform "Masterworks 3: Points North" Saturday, November 13 at 7 pm, and Sunday, November 14 at 3pm. For tickets and more information, visit .

Spokane Symphony's "Masterworks 3: Points North" features cellist Inbal Segev and contemporary composer Anna Clyne's "DANCE." James Lowe, Conductor, visits the studio along with Inbal Segev, with a preview and discussion of all four of the masterworks in the program. The Spokane Symphony will perform "Masterworks 3: Points North" Saturday, November 13 at 7 pm, and Sunday, November 14 at 3pm. For tickets and more information, visit .

We welcomed Gonzaga University composidtion professor Shuying Li and Spokane Symphony principal flute Bruce Bodden for conversation around the performance of Shuying's music by the Gonzaga Symphony, with Bruce Bodden as soloist.

We welcomed Gonzaga University composidtion professor Shuying Li and Spokane Symphony principal flute Bruce Bodden for conversation around the performance of Shuying's music by the Gonzaga Symphony, with Bruce Bodden as soloist.

Verne talks to Spokane Symphony Music Director James Lowe and guest tenor soloist William Ferguson about the Symphony's Masterworks 2: Beethoven's Soul. Spokane Symphony's Masterworks 2 will be performed Saturday, October 9, at 8PM, and Sunday, October 10, at 3PM. For tickets and more information, please visit .

Verne talks to Spokane Symphony Music Director James Lowe and guest tenor soloist William Ferguson about the Symphony's Masterworks 2: Beethoven's Soul. Spokane Symphony's Masterworks 2 will be performed Saturday, October 9, at 8PM, and Sunday, October 10, at 3PM. For tickets and more information, please visit .

A long-standing KPBX tradition returns after a COVID-caused hiatus. It's Symphony Week, five mornings dedicated to the upcoming concert seasons of regional orchestras, with a special emphasis on the return of the Spokane Symphony to the stage of the Fox Theater for performance in front of a live audience. In this first segment Verne Windham welcomes Symphony Music Director James Lowe and Executive Director Jeff Vom Saal, along with Concertmaster Mateusz Wolski for conversation and a few music samples.

A long-standing KPBX tradition returns after a COVID-caused hiatus. It's Symphony Week, five mornings dedicated to the upcoming concert seasons of regional orchestras, with a special emphasis on the return of the Spokane Symphony to the stage of the Fox Theater for performance in front of a live audience. In this first segment Verne Windham welcomes Symphony Music Director James Lowe and Executive Director Jeff Vom Saal, along with Concertmaster Mateusz Wolski for conversation and a few music samples.

Verne connects with James Lowe, Conductor of Spokane Symphony, about Labor Day concerts in area parks. Performances will take place Saturday, September 4, at 6 PM, at Pavillion Park in Liberty Lake, and at Riverfront Park Monday, September 6, at 6PM. An Open House in celebration of the Fox Theater's 90th Birthday will take place Friday, September 3 from Noon to 4pm. For location-specific health and safety protocols and more information, visit .

Verne connects with James Lowe, Conductor of Spokane Symphony, about Labor Day concerts in area parks. Performances will take place Saturday, September 4, at 6 PM, at Pavillion Park in Liberty Lake, and at Riverfront Park Monday, September 6, at 6PM. An Open House in celebration of the Fox Theater's 90th Birthday will take place Friday, September 3 from Noon to 4pm. For location-specific health and safety protocols and more information, visit .

Elizabeth Kelley is a criminal defense lawyer with a nationwide practice specializing in representing people with mental illness and intellectual/developmental disabilities. She built her practice integrating both criminal defense and mental illness because she firmly believes those with mental disabilities do not belong in the criminal justice system, and jail and prison are not treatment. Elizabeth discusses the range of people with all different types of mental and intellectual disabilities she represents in her practice, the detrimental effects the criminal justice system has on people with mental disabilities, and the lack of programs and resources for these individuals.    IN THIS EPISODE: [01:38] How Elizabeth started in law and within her speciality.  [10:09] The variety of ways Elizabeth is approached by different clients for cases. [13:16] The criminal justice system is the worst place for a person with mental disabilities. Proving to be destructive to that individual and their mental health.   [15:39] Elizabeth's overall observations of the criminal justice system.  [19:36] There is a nationwide shortage of appropriate resources, services and providers for offenders. In addition, many programs may have exclusions to which people can join. [23:29] Has Elizabeth seen facilities that have “locked down” or forcible options demonstrate  success with somebody who has behavioral health issues?  [29:14] One case that was especially influential in Elizabeth's career.   KEY TAKEAWAYS: As an attorney, Elizabeth serves a wide range of individuals with mental and intellectual disabilities, ranging from bipolar and schizophrenia to autism and fetal alcohol syndrome.  The legal system is becoming more aware of the fact that people with mental disabilities should be diverted out of the system, and the current punishments to people with mental illnesses are inappropriate and, in some cases, destructive to that individual. In the cases that Elizabeth deals with, they often require a team of different experts, specialists and resources, which can often create another obstacle for the client and family in an already difficult situation. It's important for individuals with mental or intellectual disabilities to have representation that will work for them and their disability.   LINKS MENTIONED: Elizabeth Kelley Website https://www.elizabethkelleylaw.com/  Twitter https://twitter.com/MentalHealthEsq  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-kelley-14110430/    BIO: I am a criminal defense lawyer with a nationwide practice focused on representing people with mental disabilities.  My family settled in the Palouse Country of Washington Territory in 1872. I was born and raised in Spokane and I returned to the Inland Northwest in 2012. My experience includes: Co-chairing the Criminal Justice Advisory Panel of The Arc's National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability. Editing of Representing People with Mental Disabilities: A Practical Guide for Criminal Defense Lawyers (American Bar Association 2018) and Representing People with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Practical Guide for Criminal Defense Lawyers (American Bar Association 2020). Serving on the Council of the ABA's Criminal Justice Section as well as on the Editorial Board of the Criminal Justice Section Magazine. Serving on the ABA's Commission on Disability Rights. Serving as a Non-Governmental Observer on behalf of the ABA of the Military Commission Hearings at Guantanomo.  Serving three terms on the board of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), chairing its Mental Health as well as Membership Committees, serving on the Problem-Solving Courts and Body Camera Task Forces, and becoming a Life Member. Traveling to Liberia in 2009 and 2014 as part of a delegation sponsored by the U.N. Commission on Drugs and Crime and NACDL to train that country's criminal defense bar. Lecturing across the U.S. as well as abroad on representing people with mental disabilities and frequently providing commentary for radio and television. Serving as President of The Spokane Symphony, as well as the boards of The Arc of Spokane and the Museum of Arts and Culture (The MAC). Completing my 200 hour and 500 hour Yoga certification.

Jeff vom Saal, Executive Director of the Spokane Symphony, visits the studio to share highlights of the upcoming 2021-22 season with Peter Glarborg. For season subscriptions and more information, visit https://www.spokanesymphony.org/.

We're all about music on this week's Northwest Arts Review. The Spokane Symphony's Mateusz Wolski drops by to share insights learned during the pandemic year, Andrea Olsen fills us in on the Spokane Valley Summer Theatre's upcoming in-person events, and we'll meet Bozeman Symphony Orchestra composer-in-residence Scott Lee. We've also got music from our studio, one of the student performances recently recorded, and Classical era sounds from the Spokane Symphony's online spring series, beginning with this Mozart.

We're delighted to welcome back Spokane Symphony concertmaster Mateusz Wolski to our KPBX studio for a conversation about his major "take aways" from the extended pandemic restrictions and his violin festival, created to help fill the void left by cancellation MusicFest Northwest. We'll hear from three student violinists chosen by festival adjudicators, and recorded in our KPBX studio last week: Elizabeth Stubblefield, playing the opening of Mozart's G major concerto, Christopher Anderson, playing Edmund Severn's "Polish Dance," and Jessie Morozov, playing the closing movement of Max Bruch's violin concerto. Many thanks to our pianists, Yi Chun Chen and Tiffany Wang.

We're delighted to welcome back Spokane Symphony concertmaster Mateusz Wolski to our KPBX studio for a conversation about his major "take aways" from the extended pandemic restrictions and his violin festival, created to help fill the void left by cancellation MusicFest Northwest. We'll hear from three student violinists chosen by festival adjudicators, and recorded in our KPBX studio last week: Elizabeth Stubblefield, playing the opening of Mozart's G major concerto, Christopher Anderson, playing Edmund Severn's "Polish Dance," and Jessie Morozov, playing the closing movement of Max Bruch's violin concerto. Many thanks to our pianists, Yi Chun Chen and Tiffany Wang.

For our last conversation of the 2020-2021 season, we look forward to what the future might bring, post-covid. Our special guest is Jeff vom Saal, Executive Director of the Spokane Symphony, who gives some insight into what his organization has been doing – and what they hope to achieve as the arts begin to open up again.

Today, Chris Maccini welcomes the next SCC Hagen Center “Diversity Dialogues” speaker, Luis Rodrigues. Two of Verne Windham’s recent From the Studio guests, Sandpoint Conservatory director Karin Wedemeyer and the Spokane Symphony Music Director James Lowe offer their observations and strategies for dealing with the current state of pandemic affairs through engagement with music. A particularly sublime moment from a young pianist and some Spokane Symphony sounds complete the aural picture on this edition of NWAR

Spokane Symphony's Music Director, James Lowe, visits the studio to talk about the final concerts in the @ Home series, "Overtones: Connecting Music, Art & Science," which combine performance, interviews, interdisciplinary inspiration, and more. The series continues April 30th with "Individualism, " on May 14th with "Light," and concludes with "Heaven & Earth," on May 28th. Shows in the series will be available online through April of 2022. For tickets and more information, visit or .

Spokane Symphony's Music Director, James Lowe, visits the studio to talk about the final concerts in the @ Home series, "Overtones: Connecting Music, Art & Science," which combine performance, interviews, interdisciplinary inspiration, and more. The series continues April 30th with "Individualism, " on May 14th with "Light," and concludes with "Heaven & Earth," on May 28th. Shows in the series will be available online through April of 2022. For tickets and more information, visit or .

Watch here  Listen below  ★ Support the show by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/atpercussion ★ Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atperc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atpercussion/ PodBean: https://atpercussion.podbean.com/ Hosts: Casey Cangelosi, Ben Charles, and Ksenija Komljenović Intro music by Reese Maultsby - reesemaultsby.com   00:42 introduction 1:12 composition contest PSA 4:00 Pozzi Escot birthday 7:52 welcome Meagan Gillis! 8:21 Bones Jugs 11:37 Spokane Symphony COVID happenings 14:58 “Why are you smiling so much?” 17:22 timpani and xylophone? 19:23 busking 26:34 Spokane Symphony audition 29:50 timpani solo repertoire 31:22 Bartok Sonata 32:33 more timpani solo repertoire 38:20 Casey topic: networking 46:55 how to become more extroverted 52:25 awkward PASIC elevator rides 53:57 “How did you get into timpani playing?” 56:24 favorite timpani moments 58:46 “How do you balance timpani practice with all the xylophone rags you do?” 1:00:44 reflecting on past auditions 1:01:47 wrap

Kyle Wilbert is the former principal horn of Spokane Symphony. Cameron and Kyle talk about the significance of changing from music to another career.