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Inherited3 Life Lessons with Annabelle LeeHello!
Welcome to the final episode of our bespoke Life Lessons series! Today, we’re joined by Shameless Podcast’s on-air producer and Everybody Has A Secret host Annabelle Lee.
In this chat, Annabelle and Ruby chat about the pressure we put on a “dream job”, asserting boundaries in our personal and professional lives, and letting love in…
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InheritedAnnabelle Lee on not keeping secretsHello, everyone!Today, Ruby sits down with Annabelle Lee, one of the most well-known faces at Shameless Media. Annabelle is the on-air producer for Shameless Podcast and co-hosts Everybody Has a Secret. But that’s only one part of her rich and colourful life.In this episode, you’ll hear a side of Annabelle you maybe haven’t heard before. Here, she opens up about her childhood, her family, and what happens when you bottle up pain instead of sharing it with the people you trust. Our audience absolutely adores...2024-10-0754 min
Trailer Trash TerrorsThe SICH, or Soul Instilled Cybernetic Hand, and the Origin of Annabelle LeeI get more questions about Annabelle Lee than any other part of the Podcast. What's her origin story? Where did she come from? Even, "Is she a real girl?" The always beneficent Vic Hermanson has come to the rescue, and here is the origin story of everybody's ambiguously creepy little girl! She also announces a new part of the show..."Ask Annabelle!" (There is one curse word in this episode, unlike most TTT episodes.)2024-01-0852 min
Two Broke ChicksSpilling Your Secrets & Answering Your Dilemmas ft. Annabelle LeeEverybody Has A Secret podcast host Annabelle Lee helps us share advice & answers to secrets & dilemmas sent in by you chicks. Wedding dramas, your best friend’s shitty boyfriend & what to do with your perfectly fine but totally boring relationship, we cover it all & more.
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Nine To Noon PoliticsPolitical commentators Annabelle Lee-Mather & Tim HurdleTamati Coffey has reversed his decision to retire, seeking to replace Kiri Allan as Labour's candidate for the East Coast. We'll talk about the latest Cabinet reshuffle - including David Parker departing revenue over the wealth tax decision, Labour's potential GST-exempt fruit and veges policy outed by National and how the smaller parties are positioning themselves to be potential coalition or support partners. Annabelle Lee-Mather is a journalist and television producer. Among her credits are Mata Reports, Gone By Lunchtime, The Casketeers, Hongi to Hangi and RNZ's New Zealand Wars series. Annabelle whakapapas to Ngai Tahu and Ngati Kahungunu...2023-07-3126 min
Making a Musical: The Future of British Musical TheatreS3, Ep8 Train on Fire written by Annabelle Lee RevakTrain on Fire is a story about feminism's legacy, told through the lens of a woman erased from history. Kitty Marion, the woman in question, was a singer-turned suffragette at the height of the women's suffrage movement in 1900s London. Every actor in the show shares the role of Marion, passing the legacy (and the burden of it) between each other. We follow her path to radicalisation, and see just how far a woman will go to get her name in the history books.Featuring songs ‘Mad Woman’ and ‘Lullaby for the Burning Girl’ performed by Annabelle Lee Reva...2023-07-3132 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp.71: Hattie Butterworth and Rebecca Toal (Things Musicians Don't Talk About podcast)Hattie Butterworth and Rebecca Toal are professionally trained classical musicians, Initially training as a cellist, Hattie is currently the editor of the Opera Now magazine and Rebecca is a freelance trumpeter who is training to be a counsellor. They also host a successful podcast called Things Musicians Don't Talk About, which is aimed at destigmatizing difficult conversations about aspects of being a classical musician and working in the music industry. I met Hattie and Rebecca to talk about their podcast, as well as their experiences of training at music college, developing transferable skills and other work assets alongside one's...2023-06-0429 minTalking Classical PodcastEp.70: Brandon LawrenceBrandon Lawrence is a Principal Dancer of the Birmingham Royal Ballet company but will be leaving at the end of the 22/23 season to join Ballett Zürich, the ballet company of Opernhaus Zürich. In this wide-ranging discussion, Brandon and I discuss his love of classical music, specific aspects surrounding the relationship between music and dance, working with orchestras and conductors, favourite ballet scores, and dancing narrative and non-narrative ballets, among other things.
Brandon's real passion and extensive knowledge not only of the ballet canon but the classical music repertoire comes through immensely, and I...2023-04-2154 minTalking Classical PodcastEp.69: Anthony Roth CostanzoAnthony Roth Costanzo is one of the world's most in demand countertenors who has recently completed a run of Philip Glass' opera Akhnaten at English National Opera, performing the title role of the legendary Egyptian king. In this short interview (Anthony was very kindly taking some time out from his off day to speak to me), we talked about some of the challenges of performing the very demanding role of Akhnaten, working directly with Philip Glass, the development of the countertenor voice, presenting classical music to new audiences, and bringing joy to audiences on stage.
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Talking Classical PodcastEp.68 - Guy JohnstonI'm delighted to be welcoming on this podcast Guy Johnston. Guy is one of Britain's leading cellists who was the winner of the BBC's Young Musician of the Year back in 2000 which set him on a glittering international career as a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral player and teacher.
This podcast was recorded after Guy had given two performances of Elgar's Cello Concerto at very short notice with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, having come for a short trip from the States to England. And we managed to cover a number of different topics over the short time we...2023-02-1832 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp.67: Emily BeynonI'm pleased to present this discussion with Emily Beynon, one of the Principal Flautists with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam. I had the pleasure of seeing the orchestra at one of their concerts during their London residency at the Barbican Centre. Thank you to the Barbican Centre's Press Team for arranging that amazing experience!
In this podcast, Emily and I discuss her musical journey, training in both London and Paris, playing with the Concertgebouw Orchestra (including in the hall itself), some of the flutes she plays and advice for practising.
Interview recorded 7 December 2022; published 16...2023-01-1630 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp.66: Claire WickesI'm pleased to share this conversation with Claire Wickes, Principal Flautist of the Orchestra of English National Opera. Alongside her work as a flute player, she has recently developed a career as a media composer. I met Claire in October at the Royal Opera House a few hours before she had a performance at the London Coliseum that same evening. We talked about her musical journey, studying music at university and college, learning from different teachers, experiences of playing in the orchestra with ENO (including on the stage of the Coliseum!) and her composing activities.
This podcast...2023-01-1450 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 65: Davina ClarkeDavina Clarke is a violinist based in London who specialises in historically informed performance and Baroque music. She also hosts her own podcast called The Classical Corner where she has had the opportunity to speak to a number of distinguished artists about what makes them the top of their field.
I was pleased to speak to Davina during a Saturday morning in October over Zoom where we talked about the world of historical performance practice today and some of her exciting musical projects including her latest album of Handel and a video series with the Connaught Hotel...2022-12-1430 minTalking Classical PodcastEp.64: Ralph AllwoodLast week, I was so pleased to meet Ralph Allwood for a podcast interview. Having played under him in a concert with the Old Royal Naval College Trinity Laban Chapel Choir a few years ago, and having interviewed for this podcast several distinguished alumni he has taught, it was wonderful to talk to him about his extensive and pioneering work in choral directing, singing and teaching music. We also talked about his involvement setting up the Rodolfus Choral Courses (formerly the Uppingham and Eton Choral Courses) and more recently the Pimlico Musical Foundation. You're going to find this such...2022-11-2847 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 63: Daniel PailthorpeI'm pleased to share this podcast with Daniel Pailthorpe, Co-Principal Flautist with the BBC Symphony Orchestra. We had a fascinating discussion about his musical journey growing up, parallels between flute playing and singing, solo performances, what it's like playing for one of the top symphony orchestras in the country, performing at the BBC Proms and Royal Albert Hall (including a memorable concert involving the then five members of Monty Python!), tone production and vibrato.
Podcast interview recorded 26 September 2022 at Daniel's home in Richmond, London; Daniel's additional commentary about tone production and throat tuning recorded 12 November 2022; podcast released 16 N...2022-11-1651 min
Kaidankai: Ghost and Supernatural StoriesEp. 130: Unpleasantville--Annabelle Lee--LindaAnn LoSchiavoAnnabelle Lee 1960 to 1995by LindaAnn LoSchiavoNative New Yorker LindaAnn LoSchiavo, a Pushcart Prize, Rhysling Award, Best of the Net, and Dwarf Stars nominee, is a member of SFPA, The British Fantasy Society, and The Dramatists Guild. Elgin Award winner "A Route Obscure and Lonely," "Concupiscent Consumption," "Women Who Were Warned," and "Messengers of the Macabre" by Nat. 1, L.L.C. [October 2022] are her latest poetry titles. Up next: a tombstone-heavy collection in hardcover by Beacon Books.She has been leading a poetry critique group for two years.Her Texas Guinan film...2022-08-0110 minTalking Classical PodcastEp.62: Meghan PicernoI am delighted to be back after a break from the podcast, and to share this discussion with coloratura soprano and Broadway soprano actor Meghan Picerno. Meghan is a wonderful and unique artist who has not only great success in and understanding of the operatic world and repertoire but more recently in musical theatre. In this podcast, we talk about Meghan's career in opera and the turning point for her journey into musical theatre, which started at Plácido Domingo's Operalia competition at Covent Garden. We also discussed the crossover and differences between opera and musical theatre in terms of...2022-07-1834 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 61: Andy HiggsIn this episode, I am pleased to share a discussion recorded earlier this year with Andy Higgs. Andy is a composer and piano accompanist specialising in writing and playing music for dance. Kasper Cornish (a previous guest on the podcast) recommended I talked to Andy as they both work together regularly in dance classes.
We discuss Andy's journey to composing and accompanying dance, as well as the challenges and processes surrounding the disciplines. We also discuss career highlights, including Andy's work for the Stopgap Dance Company, a pioneering UK dance company which includes disabled and non-disabled dancers.2022-04-0940 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 60: Nina BrazierLast month, I talked to Nina Brazier, an opera director who is currently on the staff at Oper Frankfurt. We discussed Nina's journey to becoming an opera director, the differences between the opera world (and approaches to opera directing) in Germany compared to the UK, her approach to directing, what happens on an opening night and her role in that, and diversity and inclusion in the opera business.
Nina's bio: http://www.ninabrazier.co.uk
Nina's podcast The Opera Pod: https://www.theoperapod.com
Podcast recorded remotely on 2 February 2022; published 8 March 2022.
Mu...2022-03-0833 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 59: Stephen MaddockLast month, I recorded a podcast interview with Chief Executive of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra Stephen Maddock. In this discussion, we talked about how Stephen got into the world of arts management and what led him to the esteemed post he's in today. We also discuss what makes the CBSO distinctive, the role of the orchestra within the city of Birmingham, artistic programming and challenges of Stephen's position.
Stephen's bio: https://cbso.co.uk/profile/stephen-maddock.
Podcast recorded 15 February 2022 at the CBSO Centre, Birmingham; posted 8 March 2022. Music by Helena and Annabelle Lee.
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LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]LITE | Foreign Workers -Annabelle Lee (The Front Page)Annabelle Lee joined #LiteFrontpage this morning.2021-10-2602 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/541aa520-c841-11ed-95f4-db60b1b8587d/image/168079-2000ig-post_fp.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
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Talking Classical PodcastEp. 52: Exploring music technology - interview with PlayScore 2 creator Anthony WilkesIn this podcast, we're hearing from musician and creator of PlayScore 2 Anthony Wilkes. PlayScore 2 is a music scanning app from Organum Ltd.
Anthony talks about how he came to develop the app and its exciting features that make it essential for any musician. We also learn about the technology behind PlayScore 2 called Optical Music Recognition (also known as OMR). In short, it is the musical version of Optical Character Recognition (OCR). Anthony talks about the development of OMR, some of its challenges and whether technology has improved or impeded the way we learn music today.
Opt...2021-10-1825 min
Overthinkers Society with Su Lee#34 - Candy Girl AnnabelleAnnabelle King has been making mouths drool all over the world with her family's Australian sweets shop. At age 17, she took over the social media presence of Sticky, starting her on a new and delicious path. After nearly losing Sticky to the Covid pandemic, Annabelle has managed to revive and lead the family candy business back to a thriving success with a community of over 4.6 million Tiktok followers (@stickyaustralia) and a store with lines around the block!
Find Annabelle and her super wholesome candy making family here :)
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https://ww...2021-10-1557 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 51: University of Birmingham MA Music (Choral Conducting) - interview with students and course director Simon HalseyLast week, I went to the University of Birmingham (UK) to learn about its MA Music: Choral Conducting pathway, celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. In the first part of this podcast, we'll hear from the course's director Simon Halsey. He talks about how the course was developed from his desire to pass on what he'd learnt from an extensive career as a choral conductor and director, specifically, training a choir to sing with an orchestra. This is the course's main focus - it's the only choral conducting course to be run with a major international orchestra: the City...2021-10-1236 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 50: Tim Rhys-EvansIn this podcast, we hear from Tim Rhys-Evans who is Director of Music at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. I talked to him about how the past two years have been in the role (in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic), what his post entails as well as many of the College's exciting and varied opportunities. They include an international concert series at the Dora Stoutzker concert hall and a new BMus programme focusing on areas such as collaboration, artistry and the role of a musician in society.
We also talk about the importance...2021-09-2541 minTalking Classical PodcastEp. 49: David TaylorToday, we’re talking to arts entrepreneur and marketing consultant David Taylor. He works with a range of orchestras, arts organisations and individuals on developing their business and marketing strategy, with particular reference to digital media. In this podcast interview, we consider the changes the classical music industry has seen over the last year and if it has changed with regards to today's current trends and stylistics. We also discuss what the classical sector can learn from other industries such as pop, media and sports with regards to their marketing and branding. Additionally, David talks about how he develops a...2021-07-2034 min
Youthphoria23. #journolife - The journalist experience - Annabelle LeeDaryl and Ash speak to Annabelle Lee, a journalist from Malaysiakini!
For enquiries, email us at membership@malaysiakini.com2021-07-1725 minTalking Classical PodcastEp 27 - Alternative Classical's Concert Roulette and Chris Warner*All Talking Classical podcasts on SoundCloud have been redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, I'm showcasing Alternative Classical's new concert video jukebox Concert Roulette and Chris Warner's new album Wonders of the Cosmos.
Concert Roulette
Concert Roulette is a new video jukebox created by Alternative Classical specifically for this current crisis. All live concerts have been cancelled so streaming has become the way audiences are accessing music at this time. Viewers are presented with a randomly selected YouTube video from renaissance choral music to an experimental solo piece but you can either watch...2021-07-0635 minTalking Classical PodcastGuest Series by Chris Warner - Music Education in the UK - Episode 4In this series of 4 episodes delving into the world of music education and outreach in the UK, we'll be talking to inspirational musicians and facilitators working in some of the UK's leading organisations, ensembles and charities. How well supported is the music education sector? What is the National Plan for Music Education? What work are organisations and charities doing to tackle problems of access to early musical experiences and education? These are just some of the questions we'll be asking in a fascinating series that also hopes to illuminate some of the exciting and innovative work being done, even...2021-05-1238 minTalking Classical PodcastGuest Series by Chris Warner - Music Education in the UK - Episode 3In this series of 4 episodes delving into the world of music education and outreach in the UK, we’ll be talking to inspirational musicians and facilitators working in some of the UK’s leading organisations, ensembles and charities. How well supported is the music education sector? What is the National Plan for Music Education? What work are organisations and charities doing to tackle problems of access to early musical experiences and education? These are just some of the questions we'll be asking in a fascinating series that also hopes to illuminate some of the exciting and innovative work being done...2021-05-1229 minTalking Classical PodcastGuest Series by Chris Warner - Music Education in the UK - Episode 2In this series of 4 episodes delving into the world of music education and outreach in the UK, we'll be talking to inspirational musicians and facilitators working in some of the UK's leading organisations, ensembles and charities. How well supported is the music education sector? What is the National Plan for Music Education? What work are organisations and charities doing to tackle problems of access to early musical experiences and education? These are just some of the questions we'll be asking in a fascinating series that also hopes to illuminate some of the exciting and innovative work being done, even...2021-05-1230 minTalking Classical PodcastGuest Series by Chris Warner - Music Education in the UK - Episode 1In this series of 4 episodes delving into the world of music education and outreach in the UK, we'll be talking to inspirational musicians and facilitators working in some of the UK's leading organisations, ensembles and charities. How well supported is the music education sector? What is the National Plan for Music Education? What work are organisations and charities doing to tackle problems of access to early musical experiences and education? These are just some of the questions we'll be asking in a fascinating series that also hopes to illuminate some of the exciting and innovative work being done, even...2021-05-1223 minTalking Classical PodcastEp.48 - Hannah Fiddy*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have been redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, I’m talking to Hannah Fiddy, who is the co-founder of Alternative Classical, an initiative that aims to present classical music in a variety of different ways, from pop-up performances to new presentations on digital media. We talk about the premise behind Alternative Classical, attitudes towards different presentations of classical music and her latest project Humans of Classical Music, a video series featuring a variety of people talking about pieces of classical music in an informal, jargon-free way. We also talk about ho...2021-05-1233 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 47: Kate Royal*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
Welcome to the first Talking Classical Podcast of 2021! Kate Royal is one of the world's leading sopranos. In this podcast, we talk about her journey into music and classical singing, and what it was like training at the world-renowned conservatoire, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Kate was a very conscientious student at music college, so she also discusses having a fulfilling balance between singing and life post-conservatoire and later on in her career. Additionally, she highlights the skill and ability opera singers need in order...2021-02-0642 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 46: Sandra Mogensen*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, we'll be hearing from Canadian pianist Sandra Mogensen. To commemorate the bicentenary of Clara Schumann's birth, Sandra released an album in December 2019 entitled En Pleine Lumière (In Full Light), a collection of piano music by women composers from c.1840-1870. It is part of a multi-album and concert project, shedding light on women composers, of which En Pleine Lumière is the first album. In this podcast, Sandra discusses the research process of finding these often neglected gems, common perceptions and stereotypes surrounding th...2020-12-3028 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 45: Dr Nico de Villiers*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, I'm delighted to be talking to Dr Nico de Villiers. Nico is a pianist, vocal coach and researcher, and launched an invaluable musicians' career development podcast during the lockdown earlier this year, called "What Would Mozart Do?". We talk about his podcast and Nico shares some very interested insights into careers with regards to music colleges and the recent governmental debates surrounding occupations in the arts and music industries. We also talk about his journey into music and his fascinating research into Richard Hageman...2020-12-1843 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 44: Zenaida Yanowsky*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
Welcome back to another episode of the Talking Classical Podcast! We're slightly moving away from the classical music world and exploring the wonderful world of dance and ballet, as in today's podcast, we'll be "zooming in" with former Principal Dancer of The Royal Ballet, Zenaida Yanowsky. Zenaida enjoyed a distinguished career for over twenty years as a dancer with London's Royal Ballet Company. She performed iconic roles such as Odette/Odile (Swan Lake), Manon and her infamous, "viral" creation as the Queen of Hearts in Christopher Wheeldon's...2020-12-0749 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 43: Hershey Felder*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
Hershey has been renowned all over the world for his unique one-man shows, in which he portrays a range of iconic composers including Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Rachmaninoff. He both acts and performs extracts from works by the different composers. During this lockdown period, he has adapted these plays for film and are available to stream as part of his "Live From Florence" series. A Paris Love Story is the latest play available for streaming and has a semi-biographical narrative, in which he plays Debussy...2020-11-2626 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 42: Charles Hazlewood*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly from SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
This week is Anti-Bullying Week. It’s a week that aims to raise awareness of bullying among children and young people and to emphasise ways we can tackle it and respond to it positively. Over the last few years on Talking Classical, we’ve explored a range of issues that are affected by bullying such as mental health and racism. I felt that it was important to address these issues with regards to the classical music industry so last month, I spoke to distinguished British conductor, broadcaster and T...2020-11-1835 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 41: Daniel Johnson*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
I'm pleased to introduce British pianist and composer Daniel Johnson, whose debut album "Faith" is released on Friday 6th November. Daniel enjoys a career as a concert pianist, performing on cruise ships and as the Classical Artistic Associate of the Harwich Festival. Daniel's new album "Faith" is an album of compositions, inspired by biographical experiences and the passing of time. Daniel's website: https://www.danieljohnsonmusic.co.uk Podcast published 3rd November 2020; interview with Daniel recorded on 14th September 2020. Music used in this podcast: Music by audionautix.com. "A...2020-11-0327 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 40: Dr Maiko Kawabata*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, I'll be talking to Dr Maiko Kawabata, Lecturer at the world-famous Royal College of Music. This podcast discussion was recorded earlier this month, in the wake of the tragic events surrounding the murdering of George Floyd. It was also recorded just a year after the pioneering symposium "Cultural Imperialism and the New 'Yellow Peril' in Western Classical Music," which took place in June 2019 at Senate House, London. The aim of this study way to encourage open discussions about "yellowness" and race within the classical...2020-10-3041 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 39: Thomas Kemp, Artistic Director of the At Home with Music@Malling Festival*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
An interview with Thomas Kemp, Artistic Director of the At Home with Music@Malling Festival 2020. Book your tickets for this festival here! https://musicatmalling.com Music used in this podcast: Music by audionautix.com. "Alla What (parody)," Creative Commons Music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com. Used in full and edited forms for the podcast.2020-10-1532 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 38: John Gilhooly*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
This episode of Talking Classical is presented in collaboration with Wigmore Hall. Nestled in the heart of London, just off Oxford Street, Wigmore Hall has established itself as the world’s leading chamber music venue. Its new concert series commences on Sunday 13th September and will be presented in line with government guidelines surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier this week, I was delighted to talked to John Gilhooly, the Director of Wigmore Hall, to learn more about how he and his team have been responding to the cur...2020-09-1244 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 37: Francesco Fusaro and Sebastiano De Gennaro from 19'40"*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
Subscription-based, boutique Italian recording series 19'40" release their latest album, "At The Gates Of The Twilight Zone," on 12 August 2020. This release is a live recording from the ContempoRarities Festival in Milan. It pays homage to the iconic music of Bernard Hermann, written for Rod Serling's science-fiction anthology TV series The Twilight Zone. The music on this recording is arranged by Enrico Gabrieli, while staying true to Hermann's unique writing. I talked to Francesco Fusaro and Sebastiano De Gennaro from 19'40" a few weeks ago to talk about t...2020-08-1253 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 36: Quinsin Nachoff*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, we'll be talking to jazz saxophonist and composer Quinsin Nachoff. His new album Pivotal Arc is released today on Whirlwind Recordings. Quinsin's music has been well-known for its unpredictability and innovation, for crossing boundaries between different musical genres and pushing the performers' barriers. The album is based around three main works. Firstly, a violin concerto features virtuoso soloist Nathalie Bonin, and a jazz-tinged unit comprising two giants of the New York scene (bassist Mark Helias and drummer Satoshi Takeishi), vibraphone player Michael Davidson, and a wind a...2020-08-0738 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 35: Sir Simon Keenlyside*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, we'll be "zooming in" with Sir Simon Keenlyside, one of the most distinguished baritones, maintaining a top-level career in the major opera houses and concert halls around the world. We start off by talking about what Simon and his family have been doing during this lockdown period. We then share some thoughts about the importance of supporting and financing the arts during this current pandemic (in this podcast, we're talking about the present situation in Great Britain). Alongside his intense passion for music and o...2020-07-311h 01
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 35 preview w/ Sir Simon Keenlyside: What was it like getting the knighthood?Ep. 35 preview w/ Sir Simon Keenlyside: What was it like getting the knighthood? by Talking Classical Podcast2020-07-2802 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 34: Clare Southworth*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, we'll be talking to Clare Southworth. Clare enjoyed a distinguished career as a professional flautist and educator, teaching as a Professor at the UK conservatoires, specialist music schools and junior music colleges. She has now turned her attention to writing books on learning the flute, aimed at a variety of ages and abilities. She also co-hosts the Talking Flutes podcast, created in association with Trevor James Flutes. We discuss Clare's journey into music, her time studying at the Royal Northern College of Music and h...2020-07-2435 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 33: Dominic Ferris*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, we'll be talking to pianist, singer, musical arranger, director and producer Dominic Ferris. Dominic's credits include producing for well-known singers such as Michael Ball, Alfie Boe and, currently, the final studio album of Dame Shirley Bassey. His collaborations with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra have sold over 3 million albums worldwide. He joined the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra as assistant musical director and pianist for the Elvis Presley: If I Can Dream UK arena tour, and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra for the USA anniversary tour, ending a...2020-07-1647 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 32: Michael Seal*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, we'll be hearing from Michael Seal, Associate Conductor of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and now, podcaster. Michael has been creating a new podcast over the lockdown period called A Mic on the Podium. This is a series of fascinating conversations with his conductor colleagues, in which they openly discuss their journey into music, the art of conducting and their experiences of the profession. Check it out! We discuss the inspiration behind Michael's podcast and what he's been doing during this free time. W...2020-07-0740 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d8f4cdee-c840-11ed-91c3-df4b237c551e/image/168079-2000ig-post_fp.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]LITE | Annabelle Lee - Front PageJournalist and Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee joined Bel and JD to discuss the latest news that matter2020-07-0316 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 31: Anna Ovsyanikova*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, we'll be hearing from violinist Anna Ovsyanikova. She partners with Julia Sinani for their new disc "Les Saisons Françaises," released on Stone Records on Friday 3rd July 2020. Soaring through the seasons, this album is a beautifully chosen programme of late 19th and early 20th-century French repertoire for solo violin and piano. The disc includes sonatas by Debussy and Ravel, and works by the first female composer to be awarded the Prix de Rome in 1913, Lili Boulanger. Additionally, the album features Poulenc's Violin Sonata, c...2020-07-0235 min
Revitalise MeetsReConnect Meets - Annabelle Beckwith of Yara Journeys LtdIn this episode I get the chance to meet up with Annabelle Beckwith of Yara Journeys prior to her new book being launched Get Your Peas in a Row on the 7th of July, we get the chance to discuss her career and Business journey over the last few years and much more.2020-06-2917 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 30: Leon Bosch*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, we'll be hearing from internationally acclaimed double bassist Leon Bosch. For many people around the world, the last few weeks have not been easy to process not only with the current COVID-19 pandemic but also the tragic murdering of George Floyd, which has reawakened support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement. In this discussion, we'll be hearing Leon's views on this recent news. We'll also learn about his harrowing experiences of living, studying and working in apartheid South Africa, and his encounters of racism within the c...2020-06-281h 05
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 29: WildKat Tasting Menus and Drum & Lace*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
On this podcast, we'll be showcasing the mouthwatering Tasting Menus from leading cultural and music PR agency WildKat, as well as acclaimed composer, sound artist and performer Drum & Lace whose latest EP "Further" was released last week. WildKat Tasting Menus WildKat's Press Assistant Robert Shone writes: "It is well known that a careful combination of sound and taste can elevate the sensory experience of both parties. Back in 1997, Heston Blumenthal enhanced his fish dish 'Sounds of the Sea' through utilising an iPod of sea soundscapes to create...2020-06-2134 min
Talking Classical PodcastTalking Classical supports Mental Health Awareness Week 2020*All Talking Classical podcasts on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week. It's a week hosted every year by the Mental Health Foundation that aims to get people across the country talking and thinking about mental health. At a time when people around the world are staying at home, and when many freelance musicians' and creatives' work has been cancelled for the next few months, looking after our mental health and wellbeing has been more important than ever. A recent study from the charity YoungMinds also indicated that more than 80% o...2020-05-2302 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 28: Julian Ovenden*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
It was wonderful to talk to actor, singer and star of stage and screen Julian Ovenden. Julian has an extensive musical background so we talked about how his training informed him as an actor and singer. We also discussed approaches to music, singing, acting and performance – hearing Julian’s perspectives on being truthful and individual as an artist across different genres and repertoires was particularly interesting. This is because one of the things that I endeavoured to do with this podcast was to talk to people whose prof...2020-05-2031 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 26: Brana Records and Mike Ladouceur*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, I'm showcasing the beautiful restorative work of Brana Records and the atmospheric debut album of Mike Ladouceur, Between Worlds. Brana Records is a label that is focused on restoring the wonderful rare recordings by the Polish/Brazilian pianist, Felicja Blumental. As well as recording the great masterpieces such as the piano concertos of Grieg and Rachmaninoff, Ms Blumental championed neglected early 19th century piano composers such as Clementi, Kuhlau, Czerny, and solo piano music by Spanish and Portuguese Baroque composers. She e...2020-05-0934 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 25: Thomas Hampson*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have been redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, we'll be "zooming in" with Thomas Hampson, one of the finest baritones of our time. We talked about a variety of topics including the impact of Zoom and other digital platforms on the classical music industry in these current times. Thomas is a real advocate of digital technology within his many varied projects from live-streaming masterclasses around the world to the Hampsong Foundation, an online treasure trove focused on the art of song. With his wealth of knowledge and experience on song...2020-04-1950 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 24: Creative Skills and Zsolt Bognár*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have been redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, I'll be talking to concert pianist and host of the award-winning series Living the Classical Life Zsolt Bognár. I'll also be showcasing Creative Skills, a fantastic new platform made for freelance creatives in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Creative Skills As I'm sure you're all aware, this is a difficult time for freelance musicians and creatives so the London-based start-up Tutti has developed a new online platform Creative Skills. Freelancers can use this website to offer lessons, collaborations, and their services. I...2020-04-1237 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/c4d719ca-c840-11ed-9978-93f56ded3cd5/image/168079-2000ig-post_fp.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]LITE | Annabelle Lee - Front PageJournalist at Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee joined Bel and JD to discuss the latest news that matter on #LITEFrontpage.2020-04-0314 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 23: Patrick Terry*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have been redirected to Anchor.*
An interview with rising young countertenor Patrick Terry, who will be performing in Handel’s oratorio Susanna at the Royal Opera House in early March. Many thanks to Patrick for taking time out of a full day of rehearsals to talk, and the Press & Communications Team at the Royal Opera House for initiating and organising this interview! Published 3rd March 2020; interview recorded 8th February 2020. Winner of the Loveday Song Prize at the 2017 Kathleen Ferrier Awards, Second Prize at the 2019 Handel Singing Competition and a Samling Art...2020-03-0345 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 22: James Gilchrist*All Talking Classical podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have been redirected to Anchor.*
This podcast features an interview with tenor James Gilchrist, in which we discuss a variety of topics relating to being a singer: - psychology of performance, particularly, in somewhere like the Wigmore Hall where he was singing that evening. - the way audiences might perceive song recitals, and what performers can do to engage them regarding such perceptions. - the balance between what artists do on stage to communicate with their audience, e.g., how much is moving around or maintaining eye contact? - interpretation o...2020-02-1351 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 21: Kasper Cornish*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
In this podcast, we'll be hearing from ex-ballet dancer, choreographer and composer Kasper Cornish, who enjoyed success as a professional dancer for many years. We'll hear about some of his career highlights and his passion for ballet and music (he considered being a professional musician before making the decision to become a dancer). But we'll be mainly focusing on Kasper's work in music composition, which he has concentrated more on since retiring from professional performing. Kasper talks lucidly about his creative and research methods when writing...2020-02-0739 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/9a77b2c0-c840-11ed-b4db-17cf6358a20d/image/168079-2000ig-post_fp.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]Annabelle Lee and Hafiz Marzukhi on LITE FrontpageJournalist at Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee and broadcast journalist at Astro Awani, Hafiz Marzukhi join Sham to discuss the latest news that matter on #LITEFrontpage.2020-01-2113 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 20: Emily Davidson*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
I am pleased to present this interview with Baroque cellist and social media influencer Emily Davidson (also known as @emilyplayscello). We talked about Emily's musical journey from starting the cello as a teenager to becoming a successful freelance musician. We also discussed her passion for historical performance, which she specialises in but her career is now taking a slightly different direction with a move into pop music songwriting and production. Additionally, Emily maintains a thriving YouTube channel, in which she shares her knowledge of historically-informed performance...2019-11-0941 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 19: Claudia Huckle*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
I met Claudia at her beautiful renovated Victorian house where we talked about her early years in Devon and training, particularly in America, winning the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. We discussed the opportunities being a contralto presents such as repertoire, and her role as the Omniscient Mussel in Strauss's Die Ägyptische Helena at La Scala next month. We also talked about performing on big and small stages, leading Claudia to recall her experiences of contemporary opera. Interview published on 25th October 2019; recorded on 5th October 2019. cl...2019-10-2542 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/4d15119e-c840-11ed-a199-af7f490ee198/image/925ced-34713429.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]Parkaran Krishnan & Annabelle Lee On The Lite FrontpageVeteran journalist, Parkaran Krishnan and journalist at Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee, join Shaz this morning on #theLITEbreakfast to talk about the latest news that matter. #LITEfrontpage2019-10-2216 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 18: Sarah Champion (read summarised interview on the blog), World Mental Health Day and some updates.*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
Interview with Sarah Champion: https://talkingclassicalpodcast.wordpress.com/2019/09/30/ep-18-interview-with-canadian-mezzo-soprano-sarah-champion/ Canadian high mezzo-soprano Sarah Champion has been acclaimed for her ‘clarity and assurance’ (Opera Magazine) and heard both on the opera stage and the concert platform in Europe and North America in repertoire spanning four-centuries. Ms. Champion’s recent engagements have included The Lover in Tansy Davies’ BETWEEN WORLDS directed by Deborah Warner for English National Opera, Dorabella COSÌ FAN TUTTE on tour with Scottish Opera, Dorotea STIFFELIO for Chelsea Opera Group, the role of Naomi in the wor...2019-09-3005 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 17: James Lisney*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
Series 2 of the Talking Classical Podcast starts with this interview with British concert pianist James Lisney. We discussed his upcoming concert series Endgame, which explores the idea of ‘Late Style’ through the piano works of Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert and Chopin. He also shared some very interesting and thought-provoking insights into pianism, the performance aesthetics of the Late repertoire (challenging pre-conceived notions of how it should be interpreted), the music profession and the music educational system. Many thanks to James and Frances Wilson (The Cross-Eyed Pianist) for facil...2019-09-2650 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/22aca9e4-c840-11ed-99c4-03c7b11198d8/image/e25a80-34713429.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]Anne Edwards & Annabelle Lee On LITE FrontpageVeteran journalist, Anne Edwards and journalist at Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee are in the studio with us and we're all excited to talk about the latest news that matter. #LITEfrontpage2019-09-2317 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/216a1c88-c840-11ed-a955-dbfeb6c0695f/image/5d9da9-34713429.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]Annabelle Lee & Ahmad Suhael Ahmad Adnan On LITE FrontpageThis morning on The Lite Breakfast Front Page, Shaz speaks to Journalist of Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee and journalist of Berita Harian, Suhael Adnan, on the latest news that matters. #Frontpage #news #lite2019-08-2815 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 16: Talking video game music: interview with Dr Tim Summers*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, we're exploring the wonderful world of video game music with Dr Tim Summers, Lecturer in Music at Royal Holloway, University of London. Tim specialises in the academic study of video game music and ludomusicology, the study of music via games and play. In this interview, we discussed many different facets of video game music including: - the role of music in game design and production. - the mechanics of gaming for the player but also the idea of the player as a listener...2019-07-3049 min
LITE547: Lite Frontpage with Annabelle Lee and Rajan Mosesjournalist of Malaysiakini (https://www.facebook.com/Malaysiakini/?__tn__=%2CdK%2AF-R&eid=ARAhn9u-DkvJXRLi-WIe18K69TAnFxnN6IiWvuwunUmoLsI2D8z-jJW5Oi-e0tUOU1vycfgHhdpfW50I) , Annabelle Lee and Veteran Journalist, Rajan Moses join Shaz to discuss the latest news that matter on#LiteFrontpage (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/litefrontpage?epa=HASHTAG) .2019-07-2916 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/10c2dc44-c840-11ed-b0df-77d3644191a5/image/938408-35183294.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]Lite Frontpage With Annabelle Lee And Rajan Mosesjournalist of Malaysiakini (https://www.facebook.com/Malaysiakini/?__tn__=%2CdK%2AF-R&eid=ARAhn9u-DkvJXRLi-WIe18K69TAnFxnN6IiWvuwunUmoLsI2D8z-jJW5Oi-e0tUOU1vycfgHhdpfW50I) , Annabelle Lee and Veteran Journalist, Rajan Moses join Shaz to discuss the latest news that matter on#LiteFrontpage (https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/litefrontpage?epa=HASHTAG) .2019-07-2916 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 15: Focus on the Birmingham Contemporary Music Group*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
The Birmingham Contemporary Music Group is one of the world's foremost new music ensembles. Earlier this year, I was very pleased to have the opportunity to visit its offices to interview Nancy Evans, the Director of Learning and Participation, and Stephan Meier, the Artistic Director. It was refreshing to talk to them about a wide range of topics within the sphere of new music such as: - what it looks like to teach young people about contemporary classical music, particularly, music composition, and how this translates...2019-07-2651 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 14: Thomas Guthrie*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud redirected to Anchor.*
I'm delighted to share this interview with Thomas Guthrie. This was a fascinating opportunity to learn about what being a director entails, particularly, in music theatre and opera. We talked about how one manages and interacts with not only the creatives and production team but one's fellow singers - Tom is a singer himself and very much comes from directing at a performer's perspective. However, we do discuss being "on the other side of the fence", to so speak. Tom was also keen to advocate the importance of previews...2019-07-2233 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 13: Clare Stewart*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
The new album from the international, award-winning British vocal ensemble Apollo5 is released today! Here's an interview with Clare Stewart from the quintet, in which we discuss the album, Apollo5's extensive educational and outreach work, Clare's insights as a singer, and into the rehearsal and performance process of a world-class a capella vocal group. Special thanks to: George Percy at WildKat PR for arranging and coming to the interview, and Clare for talking to me! Published on 31 May 2019. Interview recorded on 13 May 2019 at the Gresham...2019-05-3131 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/e54a91a6-c83f-11ed-9e59-7fd86bc7cac7/image/14e846-34713429.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]Datuk Wong Sai Wan & Annabelle Lee On The Lite Frontpage - 28th May 2019This morning on The Lite Breakfast Front Page Editor-in-Chief of Malay Mail, Datuk Wong Sai Wan and journalist of Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee joins us on #frontpage to discuss the latest news that matter2019-05-2818 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 12: Toby Spence*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
It was wonderful to record a podcast with Toby Spence, one of the world's most sought-after tenors, on his fiftieth birthday. In this special interview, we discuss: his early musical training and influences, his formative years at English National Opera, starring as Captain Vere in Deborah Warner's recent production of Britten's opera Billy Budd at the Royal Opera House, the challenges of being a performer, identity as a singer, and his desert island items. Special thanks to: Natasha Worsley for very kindly arranging this interview and T...2019-05-2755 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 12 Preview - Toby Spence on the Young Royal Opera Houses's performance of Billy BuddIn this preview from a special interview, recorded with world-leading tenor Toby Spence on the day of his 50th birthday, we reminisce about the Young Royal Opera House performance of Britten's opera Billy Budd earlier this month, in which Toby played the indomitable role of Captain Vere. Plus some unexpected audience reactions to fight scenes at Covent Garden and The Met! SoundCloud & Facebook - @talkingclassicalpodcast Twitter - @tc_podcasts YouTube - bit.ly/2WF4duy Blog - talkingclassicalpodcast.wordpress.com2019-05-2502 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 11: Lucy Thraves*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
13-19 May 2019 is Mental Health Awareness Week, a week organised by UK charity the Mental Health Foundation that aims to get the nation talking about mental health. Mental health has been particularly prevalent in discussions within the classical music sector and I felt that it was very important to reflect on these for Mental Health Awareness Week. I met with Lucy Thraves, Editor of Classical Music Magazine, to talk about the magazine's year-long strategy to address mental health, through its campaign Harmony in Mind. Visit www...2019-05-1624 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 10: Howard Goodall*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
For the tenth episode of Talking Classical, I thought it would be fun to do something a little different and relive one of my archive interviews I recorded when I was a student. In 2013, I was very lucky to interview the British composer, broadcaster and writer Howard Goodall. Due to Howard's incredibly busy schedule, we met during the interval of a concert his daughter was performing in at the Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford - we recorded in a rather cozy and small space underneath the theatre...2019-05-1011 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/a8df9806-c83f-11ed-b913-73bf9743805e/image/16259d-34713429.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]301: Lite Frontpage With Ida Nadirah & Annabelle LeeThis morning on The Lite Breakfast Front Page, journalists of Malay Mail, Ida Nadirah and Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee joins us on #Frontpage to discuss the latest news that matter.2019-04-1916 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 9: Nathan Gunn*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
I was very lucky to meet Nathan while starring in English National Opera's production of Lehár's classic operetta The Merry Widow. In this interview, we discuss his career and collegial friendships formed in London and the UK, his delightful but fully committed Wigmore Hall recital presented while in London, and his thoughts and approaches to singing and performance - and when Mandy Patinkin sang "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" to him in Yiddish during their two-man show in front of 10,000 people. Special thanks to: Staci Levine at...2019-03-3142 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 9 Preview - Nathan Gunn on Mandy Patinkin singing Somewhere Over the Rainbow in Yiddish!Follow Talking Classical online. Facebook - @talkingclassicalpodcast Twitter - @tc_podcasts YouTube - bit.ly/2WF4duy Blog - talkingclassicalpodcast.wordpress.com2019-03-2900 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 8: Alison Langer*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
Last month, I was very lucky to see the first preview of the National Theatre's revival of Stephen Sondheim's classic musical Follies. As well as starring rising young talents and the cream of British musical theatre, the wonderful soprano Alison Langer plays the role of Young Heidi Schiller (an opera singer), with Heidi Schiller currently being played by Dame Felicity Lott, one of the finest sopranos of our time.* I met Alison between a two-show day to talk about her experiences of playing Young Heidi Schiller...2019-03-1335 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 7: Dr Shzr Ee Tan*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, I am talking about the influence of classical music in China with Dr Shzr Ee Tan, Senior Lecturer and an ethnomusicologist at Royal Holloway, University of London. China is a country, which has undoubtedly had a massive impact on the classical music industry in many ways, and very much continues to impact the classical sector. I am British-born Chinese myself, and this interview was recorded a few days after Chinese New Year officially finished so I thought it would be rather pertinent to...2019-03-0830 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 6: Victoria Marr*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
This episode is a little different to the previous ones. If anyone can talk better about the connections between music and dance, it surely has to be the dancers themselves because they have direct experience of the music, by internalising and emoting it through their amazing movements and physiques. I recorded a conversation with one of Britain’s former leading ballet dancers. In this podcast, Victoria and I talk about her formative training at the world-renowned Elmhurst School for Dance and the Royal Ballet School. We al...2019-02-1929 min![LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]](https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/6ba768b0-c83f-11ed-9594-9f0c19b0ca0c/image/51ee3f-34419929.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
LITE Frontpage - Radio Station [ENG]100: Lite Frontpage With Annabelle Lee & Zurairi ARIn the studio today is journalist for Malaysiakini, Annabelle Lee and Assistant News Editor of Malay Mail, Zurairi AR. They join Shaz on #Frontpage to discuss the latest news that matter.2019-02-1217 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 5: Roderick Williams*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
It was a delight to talk to the celebrated British baritone and composer Roderick Williams earlier this week about his musical training at school, university and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, thought processes when singing and performing, technical aspects of singing, and his methods in front of a live audience. Special thanks to: Roddy for additional arrangements and taking the time out of his busy schedule to talk to me. Francesco Bastanzetti at Groves Artists for practical arrangements. Helen Beardsley at English National Opera...2019-01-1844 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 5 Preview w/ Roderick WilliamsEp. 5 Preview w/ Roderick Williams 2019-01-1503 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 4: Professor Richard Wistreich*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
Happy New Year everyone! We're starting 2019 with a two-part series on singing in the 21st century. In this episode, we're exploring vocality from pedagogical, philosophical and physiological perspectives. and what some of the implications are for singing today such as amplification in opera houses and the way one places the voice to create different sonorities. To help us understand this most mysterious of art forms, I'm talking to Professor Richard Wistreich, who is currently the Director of Research at the world-famous Royal College of Music in...2019-01-0832 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 3: Dr Marius Carboni*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
In this episode, we're exploring the fascinating area of classical music marketing and PR with Dr Marius Carboni. He was formerly the Press and Promotions Manager at EMI Classics and the Press Manager at Decca Classics, and now runs his own independent PR and marketing consultancy Carboni Classical Media. He has worked with a number of leading artists and organisations, including Bernard Haitink, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC Radio 3 and the BBC Proms. He was awarded a PhD in 2010 from the University...2019-01-0831 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 2: Elizabeth Walker*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
A fascinating conversation with professional flautist, teacher and early music specialist Elizabeth Walker. We talked about her experiences and the precautions of teaching young musicians, and what it was like being involved in the early stages of the historical performance movement at this exciting and vibrant time. She also brought up some of the realities of being a professional musician but reminds us that one needs to have a reawakening to realise how special the music they play is. Originally published on 1 December 2018. Conversation recorded on 31...2018-12-0139 min
Talking Classical PodcastEp. 1: Dr Mark Berry*All podcasts formerly on SoundCloud have now been redirected to Anchor.*
Welcome to the first episode of the Talking Classical Podcast! In this podcast, we'll be hearing from Dr Mark Berry, Reader in Music at Royal Holloway, University of London. It's a fascinating conversation about his work as a music critic and writer. *UPDATED 10 AUGUST 2020* Since this podcast, Mark has been appointed Head of the Department of Music at RHUL - many congratulations to him on this brilliant achievement! Podcast published on 18 November 2018; interview recorded on 13 November 2018. Mark's "Boulezian" blog: http://boulezian.blogspot.com Mark's bio: https://p...2018-11-1835 min
FSRCybersecurity in the Energy Sector | Annabelle Lee (EPRI)Nicolò Rossetto from the Florence School of Regulation asks Annabelle Lee from the Electric Power Research Institute a couple key questions regarding cybersecurity in the Energy Sector from a U.S. perspective.
"The issue of cybersecurity in the electric sector and gas both is of high importance and high visibility in the United States."
"Dealing with cybersecurity in the electric sector the primary importance is the reliability of the grid."
"How do you implement cybersecurity where you have a lot of very old equipment that you cannot put cyber security in? "2017-03-2803 min