Episode 8 features Cait Nishimura, Canadian composer based in Ontario known for her concert band works and pieces approachable for student-level ensembles. We talk with Cait about her composing background, flexible arrangements, and the connection between sustainability, mental health, and music. Transcripts to all podcast episodes are available for free on our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/diversify_the_stand
To learn more about Cait and the resources she recommends, check out the links below!
The Band Room Podcast: https://www.bandroompod.com/
… And We Were Heard: https://www.andwewereheard.org/
The Nature Conservancy of Canada: https://www.natureconservancy.ca/en/
Ontario Parks: https://www.ontarioparks.com/en
*Also, just look up your local parks!*
Huge thanks to Trevor Weston and Whitney George for letting us include their music in our intro and outro! Our recording of Weston’s “Fanfare for Changes” opens the podcast, and Ashley’s recording of George’s “Incantations” closes each episode. Visit their websites to learn more about them and their works below!
Trevor Weston - http://www.trevorweston.com/
Whitney George - https://www.whitneygeorge.com/
