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The Muse in MusicEpisode 27: Ted Nelson on Incorporating New Music into Artistic Planning for OrchestrasIn this episode, I talk with Ted Nelson, Vice President of Artistic Planning and Operations at the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, about musical inspiration and how this influences artistic planning of new music for performances by orchestras in the 2020s and beyond.www.danielperttu.com2025-05-2944 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 26: Stephen Gunzenhauser on his Career as the Fifth Most-Recorded American Conductor and the Inspirations behind his WorkPlease join me as I talk with Stephen Gunzenhauser, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Endless Mountain Music Festival and former Music Director of the Lancaster and Delaware Symphonies, about his long career and its unique focus on the classical music recording industry. Maestro Gunzenhauser is the fifth most-recorded American conductor, having recorded for Naxos and other labels. He also tells of how he worked with orchestras behind the Iron Curtain before the fall of communism in Eastern Europe. We discuss various sources of inspiration in his work as well as how new music fits into his programming, particularly now...2025-04-0729 minThe Muse in MusicSpinoff Episode 4 [Strategic Orchestra Programming] - Brett Mitchell on Creative Connections between Standard and New RepertoirePlease join me as I talk with Brett Mitchell, Music Director of the Pasadena Symphony and Artistic Director & Conductor of the Sunriver Music Festival, about his approach to programming strategically for orchestras. He loves drawing creative connections across music history and compositional style which yields unified programs where classic "masterworks" are seamlessly presented alongside those of living composers. Join us for a conversation about how he pulls off this programming wizardry!www.danielperttu.comwww.brettmitchellconductor.com2025-02-2728 minThe Muse in MusicSpinoff Episode 3 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Matthew Kraemer on Creative Programming for Diverse Audiences in New Orleans and IndianapolisIn this episode, I talk with Matthew Kraemer, Music Director of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, about how he leads the programming of music for these two very different orchestras in unique communities. In Louisiana, he blends local talent from many different genres, and in Indianapolis, he pushes the boundaries with innovative new music. Please join us as we talk about the artistic priorities that Matthew manages as he works through his programming puzzles for his orchestras.www.matthewkraemer.comwww.danielperttu.com2025-02-1126 minThe Muse in MusicSpinoff Episode 2 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Francesco Lecce-Chong on Planning Programs with Complementary Pieces that Inspire CommunitiesPlease join me as I talk with Francesco Lecce-Chong, the Music Director of the Santa Rosa Symphony on my spinoff series on strategic orchestra programming. Francesco was previously a guest on the "Muse in Music" when it was a blog, and I'm thrilled that he has returned to talk about how he balances programming standard repertoire with new and under-heard compositions. In his programming, he strives to select pieces so that they complement each other in a concert. We also discuss how he considers post-concert surveys and audience reactions to his programming. Please join us for this behind-the-scenes conversation abou...2025-02-0239 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 25: Nic McGegan on his Long, Distinguished, and Eclectic Career as a ConductorPlease join me as I talk with conductor Nicholas McGegan about his long, celebrated career. From his early days at Cambridge University through his transition to the United States, Maestro McGegan’s career has taken interesting and surprising turns. While he has spent a lot of his career conducting Baroque music, he also regularly conducts music from the Classical and Romantic Eras, and has also presented works of contemporary music. In this episode, we talk about the fascinating development of his career and various influential musicians he has known, from Benjamin Britten to Christopher Hogwood and Roger Norrington. Please join u...2025-01-091h 06The Muse in MusicEpisode 24: Dan Perttu on his Compositional Process as Seen Through the Framework of Myers Briggs Personality TypeHave you ever wondered how your personality might influence the way you create? In this episode of The Muse in Music, I explore the Myers-Briggs Personality Type system and how it provides deep insights into my creative process as a composer.As an INTJ, my compositional journey is guided by introverted intuition (Ni), a cognitive function that helps me develop musical ideas from abstract patterns, imagery, and other-worldly feelings. From envisioning long-term structures to weaving emotional depth into my work, I share how my personality type shapes every step of my music-making process.I'll discuss...2025-01-0544 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 23: Carl Topilow on the Craft of Conducting and Sources of InspirationIn this episode, I talk with Carl Topilow, Music Director of the Firelands Symphony and Founding Conductor of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, about the craft of conducting and what inspires him about his work. We also discuss his approach to working with living composers.2024-12-2729 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 22: Thomas Morris on his New Book - Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for OrchestrasPlease join me as I talk with Thomas Morris, former chief executive leader of The Cleveland Orchestra and Boston Symphony and current Artistic Director of the Ojai Music Festival, about his new book, Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for Orchestras. We talk about challenges facing major orchestra institutions today and how “leading with the music” can ensure their long-term success; the essence of visionary leadership; and how music institutions can balance creativity with inevitable bureaucratization.Information on Mr. Morris's new book can be found here:https://www.alwaysthemusic.com/Mo...2024-12-1628 minThe Muse in MusicSpinoff Episode 1 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Lawrence Golan on Thematic Programming, Psycho, and John WilliamsPlease join me as I welcome Lawrence Golan, Music Director of the Yakima and York Symphonies, back on my new spinoff episode from my Muse in Music Podcast! These spinoff episodes are on strategic orchestra programming. Lawrence shares his insights, focusing on creating thematic concerts and seasons that resonate with both universal and community-specific audiences. We discuss the importance of balance in programming, and how he is able to pull off pairing music from Bernard Herrmann's score for Psycho with scores by John Williams and Haydn.www.danielperttu.comwww.lawrencegolan.com2024-12-0320 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 21: Diane Wittry on Inspiration and How Living Composers Fit into her ProgrammingComposer Dan Perttu talks with Diane Wittry, Music Director of the Allentown Symphony and Garden State Philharmonic, about what inspires her in her work. They also talk about her approach to programming new music and what composers need to think about when preparing their music for orchestras. Give this a listen to take advantage of Maestra Wittry's wealth of knowledge in the field!2024-11-1939 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 20: Wilbur Lin on Storytelling through Programming both New and Familiar Orchestral MusicI am super excited to be talking with Wilbur Lin, Music Director of the Missouri Symphony and Associate Conductor of the Colorado Symphony, about how he constructs creative narratives through programming both new and standard repertoire for orchestra. We discuss what inspires him in his work and how he conveys that enthusiasm to his audiences.2024-10-2423 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 19: Matthew Troy on Inspiring Audiences with Creative Programming and New MusicIn this episode, I talk with Matthew Troy, the Music Director of the Western Piedmont Symphony, about what inspires him in his work, from detailed study of musical scores to connecting the music with his audiences. We cover his creative approach to programming and how he incorporates new music into the offerings of the Western Piedmont Symphony.2024-10-1332 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 18: Christopher James Lees on the Great Opportunities in Programming Current Orchestral MusicIn this episode, I talk with Christopher James Lees, Resident Conductor of the Charlotte Symphony and Music Director of the Rock Hill Symphony, about his eclectic tastes in music, his enthusiasm for the diverse voices in new music, and the various kinds of music that inspire him in his work. Please join us for his unique and fresh perspectives on how he selects music for programming.More information on Maestro Lees can be found here: https://www.christopherjameslees.com/More information on Daniel Perttu can be found here: www.danielperttu.com2024-10-0740 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 17: Teddy Abrams on Resident Composers and How They Can Strengthen OrchestrasIn this episode, I talk with Teddy Abrams, Music Director of the Louisville Orchestra, about this orchestra's long and rich relationship with programming contemporary music. Teddy highlights the Louisville Orchestra Creators Corps, which brings three composers to Louisville where they work as orchestra staff members, receiving a salary and benefits. They compose new pieces for the orchestra and are deeply involved in the community. Teddy and I talk about how this program enhances the Louisville Orchestra's relationship to the community.www.danielperttu.comwww.teddyabrams.comwww.louisvilleorchestra.org2024-09-3032 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 16: Daniel Black on How New Music Can Inspire Broad AudiencesPlease join me as I talk with conductor Daniel Black about his varied tastes in music, his passion for the Romantic Era in music history, his enthusiasm for contemporary composers such Gabriela Lena Frank and Kevin Puts, and how new music can inspire broad audiences. To find out more about Daniel Black, check out his YouTube page by CLICKING HERE.To find out more about Daniel Perttu, please CLICK HERE.2024-09-2243 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 15: Matthew Aubin on the Complexity of Programming for Multiple OrchestrasPlease join me as I talk with Matthew Aubin, the Music Director of the Jackson Symphony and Southwest Michigan Symphony, and the Artistic Director of the Chelsea Symphony. He and I talk about what inspires him in his work, his varied and eclectic tastes and preferences in canonical and new music, and the complexity of programming for multiple orchestras. Please join us for this stimulating conversation!www.matthewaubin.comwww.danielperttu.com2024-08-2933 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 14: Carolyn Watson on Creative Programming of New Music by Diverse and Underrepresented ComposersPlease join me as I talk with conductor Carolyn Watson about what inspires her in her work and her innovative approaches to orchestral programming. She develops unique approaches to programming that includes music by diverse and underrepresented composers, and combines that music with standard repertoire in creative ways.Check out Dan Perttu's music at www.danielperttu.comCheck out Carolyn Watson's webpage at www.carolyn-watson.com2024-08-1630 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 13: Matthew Wardell on Inspiration, Programming, and New Music at the Ocala SymphonyFor this episode, I talk with Matthew Wardell, the Music Director of the Ocala Symphony, about what inspires him in his work, how he programs for the Ocala Symphony, and how new music plays a role in his programming. In particular, we talk about how he engages this audience in this process by humanizing the composers.2024-07-1728 minThe Muse in MusicEpisode 12: Jeffrey Biegel on the Inspiring Process of Collaborating with Living ComposersIn this episode, I talk with Jeffrey Biegel, an extraordinary pianist who champions the work of living composers. He has performed as a soloist with hundreds of orchestras and has performed 25 commissioned projects by living composers. In this interview, we talk about what inspires him in his work, his commissioning projects, and how commissioning projects with composers, pianists, and orchestras have developed and will continue to evolve.2024-07-1139 minThe Muse in MusicToshi Shimada on New Music that Speaks to the Heart and MindIn this interview, I talk with Maestro Toshi Shimada, music director of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony, The Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes, and the New Britain Symphony, about what is inspiring to him in his work, and he shares how the best contemporary music for him is new music that speaks to his heart. We also talk about how the best music combines both the emotional content and craft, and we discuss his diverse background and experiences, and how that informs his own views on programming music of composers from diverse backgrounds. Please join us!2024-07-1043 minThe Muse in MusicAndrew Crust on Programming, Diversity, and the Meaning of "Relevance"Please join me as I interview conductor Andrew Crust, Music Director of the Vermont Symphony and Lima Symphony Orchestra (Ohio). We discuss what inspires him in his work and cover how he programs new music along with the classics. As we talk, the concept of keeping programming "relevant" for audiences arises, and Andrew goes into depth about the meaning of "relevance."Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1844 minThe Muse in MusicJessica Satava on Co-Creation between Orchestras, Composers, and AudiencesOn this episode, I talk with Jessica Satava, the Executive Director of the Greenville Symphony in South Carolina, about the process of co-creation between orchestras, composers, and audiences. We cover how orchestras have to balance fulfilling audience demand for the classics while introducing new music, particularly contemporary music that is relevant to the region of the orchestra. Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1836 minThe Muse in MusicNate Bachhuber on Artistic Planning for Orchestras in the 2020'sIn this episode, I talk with Nate Bachhuber, the Vice President of Artistic Planning at the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) in 2022-23 and earlier, about his approaches to artistic planning at the CSO, particularly as they pertain to the music of living composers. We discuss where the field of orchestral music might be heading and the extent to which orchestras are now striving to make their programming more relevant to their audiences. Nate talks specifically about what the CSO has been doing to this end.Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1837 minThe Muse in MusicKeitaro Harada on New Music in Local and International CommunitiesIn this episode of my Muse in Music Podcast, I talk with Keitaro Harada, the Music and Artistic Director of the Savannah Philharmonic and Permanent Conductor of the Tokyo Symphony, about his multicultural background that includes both America and Japan and how he incorporates new music from both American and Japanese composers into his programming in the various cities in which he works on both sides of the Pacific.Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1844 minThe Muse in MusicCarlos Izcaray on Diversity of Composers and Paths to the Future for OrchestrasIn this episode of the Muse in Music Podcast, I talk with Carlos Izcaray, the Music Director of the Alabama Symphony, on what inspires him about his work; how important the concept of "balance" in the arts is to creators and audiences; how to find new music for audiences that is the "right kind of challenge"; and the increasing diversity of composers in the present and what "diversity" means, including diversity of origins and diversity of paths in life. Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1846 minThe Muse in MusicAlecia Lawyer on ROCO, an Inspiring Orchestra that Spotlights the Human Elements of Music-MakingIn this episode, I talk with Alecia Lawyer, founder and principal oboist of ROCO, a chamber orchestra based in Houston, Texas. With 127 world premiere commissions in 17 seasons, ROCO has been ranked first in the nation for performing works by women and second for programming composers of color. Alecia and I talk about how ROCO is a human relationship-driven orchestra and how this aspect of its identity is apparent in ROCO's interactions with its audiences, with its community, and with living composers. Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1847 minThe Muse in MusicFrançois López-Ferrer on Cultural Contexts and Psychological Dynamics of Working with Living ComposersFrançois López-Ferrer is in demand as a guest conductor of major orchestras throughout the globe and was also the Associate Conductor of the Cincinnati Symphony. He and I discuss the cultural contexts and psychological dynamics of when musicians and conductors in particular work with composers, both contemporary and from the past. Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1847 minThe Muse in MusicJoAnn Falletta on the Collaborative Process with Living ComposersIn this episode of my "Muse in Music" video blog, I have a wonderful discussion with Maestra JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, about her career as a conductor. We delve into the process of how she collaborates with living composers - it's a lot more interactive and hands-on than one would expect! Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1838 minThe Muse in MusicDavid Alan Miller on Creative Collaborations with Contemporary ComposersIn this episode of the "Muse in Music" podcast, I talk with Maestro David Alan Miller, Music Director of the Albany Symphony Orchestra, about his long career of championing the music of living composers. We discuss the creative ways in which he collaborates with composers, among many other things. It was truly an inspiring conversation! Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1840 minThe Muse in MusicIntroduction - Transformation from Blog, to Video Blog, to PodcastIn this short introduction, I talk about the history of the Muse in Music Podcast, from its origins as a blog on my website, to its transformation into a video blog, to its present iteration as a podcast. I also talk about the people in the orchestra world whom I interview and the topics we discuss.Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com2024-06-1702 min
Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events#252 ADCC 2022 Odds Preview Every Potential Rematch FoundThis week on the show Maine and Miranda preview ADCC 2022 and discuss the odds that have come out for each division. We dive deep and look at every previous match that anyone in ADCC has had with someone else in their division. We talk about the F2W Bet odds at -66, -77, -88, -99, +99, and -60, +60. Starting with the Men's -66kg division odds and rematches Men 66kg why Garry Tonon at +135 is interesting against silver medalist Kennedy Maciel at +140, and trials winner and AOJ stand out Cole Abate at +215, we talk rematches with Fab...2022-09-061h 30
The Kerri Edelman ShowThe Kerri Edelman Show Present Award-Winning Composer & Pianist Jeffrey BiegelThe life of Jeffrey Biegel takes its roots from age three, when Mr. Biegel could neither hear nor speak, until corrected by surgery. The 'reverse Beethoven' phenomenon explains his life's commitment to music, having heard only vibrations in his formative years. The year of 2020 focused on composition and commissioning projects: original "Waltzes of Hope", "Sonatina", and "Three Reflections: JFK, RBG and MLK" for solo piano, and for piano and orchestra, orchestrations by Harrison Sheckler. Autumn 2021 sees the world premieres of his "Reflection of Justice: An Ode to Ruth Bader Ginsburg" with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, and Ellen Taaffe Zwilich's "Remembering...2022-02-051h 36
Radio Spaetkauf BerlinRS Live: 2G or Not To BeThe Berlin election results could deliver a shock result: instead of the current green-left coalition, we could end up with conservatives who want to build on Tempelhof, expand highways and stop rental reforms. We’ll terrify you with the worst-case scenario. Instead of finishing the A100 autobahn, let's turn it into a giant urban farm. That's the latest mad idea from Paper Planes e.V., the dream team behind the Radbahn project. We talk to Perttu Ratilainen about how we could grow veggies on the highway. More at: https://www.morgenfarm.berlin Not vaccinated yet? No...2021-09-201h 00
The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicPart 2 of Season 2, Episode 2: Jeffrey Biegel - Concert Pianist, Arranger, ComposerPart 2 of 2.Welcome to Season 2 of The Piano Pod! To celebrate the start of the new season, we interviewed Jeffrey Biegel, the renowned concert pianist, Steinway artist, recording artist, composer, and arranger. Mr. Biegel has performed with many major orchestras throughout the world, such as the London Symphony, the BBC Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the National Symphony, among many others; and he is a professor of piano at the Conservatory of Music at Brooklyn College. He is both a traditional virtuoso, and a dedicated champion of new music, having created more than a dozen commissioning projects...2021-09-1527 min
The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicPart 1 of Season 2, Episode 1: Jeffrey Biegel - Concert Pianist, Arranger, ComposerPart 1 of 2.Welcome to Season 2 of The Piano Pod! To celebrate the start of the new season, we interviewed Jeffrey Biegel, the renowned concert pianist, Steinway artist, recording artist, composer, and arranger. Mr. Biegel has performed with many major orchestras throughout the world, such as the London Symphony, the BBC Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the National Symphony, among many others; and he is a professor of piano at the Conservatory of Music at Brooklyn College. He is both a traditional virtuoso, and a dedicated champion of new music, having created more than a dozen commissioning projects...2021-09-0841 min
The Analytical Creative Podcast15. Finding Inspiration and Pushing Boundaries as a Composer (Part 2)I am so excited to bring you Part 2 of the interview with my longtime friend, Dr. Daniel Perttu. In the 2nd part, we talk about how other composers influence him, how composers network, and also he is venturing into endeavors beyond music! Don't forget to check out the youtube link to one of Dan's works called: To Spring (An Overture), performed by Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra. You can find this link in my show notes, or just search for it on Youtube. Hearing the music will bring the concepts we talk about to life! You don't want to miss our deep div...2021-08-2526 minThe Analytical Creative Podcast14. Finding Inspiration and Pushing Boundaries as a Composer (Part 1)Today's episode is with my longtime friend, Dr. Daniel Perttu. We went to both high school and graduate school together. Dan is currently Professor of Music Theory and Composition at Westminster College, where he also serves as the Chair of the School of Music. His music has been performed on four continents and in over 40 of the United States and he has also received various commissions and awards. His music can be found on the Navona records label, in which his music has appeared on five albums. I had an inkling that music was a field that really combines both analy...2021-08-1840 min
Classical Music Discoveries15083 Small StonesSMALL STONES showcases Dr. Nancy Zipay Desalvo’s exploration into both minute and immense concepts. Recorded on solo piano, DeSalvo performs the compositions translating the compressed beauty of Jason Tad Howard and the expansive universe of Daniel Perttu.
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