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Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA conversation with composer Tina Davidson and her new album "Barefoot" // Ambient Discourses [2.14]Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.14 A conversation with composer Tina Davidson, giving us a deeper dive into her new album "Barefoot", out July 16, 2024. It was a delightful conversation getting a deeper dive on all that inspired her compositions in Barefoot — a collaboration with the Jasper String Quartet and pianist Natalie Zhu. Plus we covered other topics like collaborating with the audience and the performance hall, the connection we feel with the music and the artist, and other stimulating topics of conversation. The Jasper String Quartet is: J. Freivogel, violin Rachel Henderson Freivogel, cello Andrew Gonzalez, viola Karen Kim, violin Links: https://ti...
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Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA conversation with Oberlin [Alexander Holz] // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.13Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.12  A conversation with Alexander Holz of the electronic ambient project Oberlin. In addition to talking about his brand new releases “Von Wegen” — he shared about his ambient rig and preparing for concerts, his improv approach to composition, the necessity of lowering one’s ego, the balancing act of capitalism with music, and other interesting topics of conversation. It was a thoroughly enjoyable conversation and would have it all over again given the opportunity!  You can find Oberlin’s music out at https://oberlin.bandcamp.com.   ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES //  Ambient Disco...
2024-07-031h 05Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA conversation with ambient artist Ed Herbers // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.12Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.12 In this edition of Ambient Discourses, I had a thrilling conversation with ambient artist Ed Herbers, talking all about his new album "Upper Atmosphere", plus the skillful use of social media, the variety of compositional methods in ambient music, and many other interesting topics. Plus, we feature two tracks from his new album. ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly music program that showcases ambient, neoclassical, new age, and other instrumental music from around the world. Discover new signed and independent...
2024-06-121h 57Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with composer David Crowell // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.11CORRECTION: "2 Hours in Zadar" — the performer listed is incorrect and should be ECO|TONAL (Iva Casian Lakos and David Crowell). My sincere apologies for the incorrect text graphic on the video. Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.11 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have a conversation with composer David Crowell and his brand-new six-song release, "Point / Cloud" out now on Better Company Records. We talk about the various motifs his album moves through, the nature of composing collaboratively, and a variety of other topics that I'm sure you'll find interesting. Plus, we take a listen to tw...
2024-06-051h 21Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA conversation with composer & sound designer Chris P. Thompson // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.10Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.10 A conversation with composer, percussionist, and experimental sound designer Chris P. Thompson ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly 59-minute music program that showcases ambient, neoclassical, new age, and other instrumental music from around the world. Discover new signed and independent artists from nearly every corner of the globe, unwind with the Relay Station at work or at home, and hear from the artists themselves what inspires them, how their latest releases evolved, and other deep topics of...
2024-03-181h 13Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA conversation with experimental sound designer Annie Aries // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.9Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.9 A conversation with experimental sound designer Annie Aries, who makes her debut on Everest Records with her innovative drone and sound-rich release "It's Not Quiet in the Void". You can find her debut album on music streaming services everywhere, and the swanky looking 12" pink vinyl over at https://anniearies.bandcamp.com. ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly 59-minute music program that showcases ambient, neoclassical, new age, and other instrumental music from around the world. Discover new signed...
2024-02-1258 minAmbient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersComposer Tina Davidson on collaboration, spirituality, and her composition "Hymn of the Universe" // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.8 (AUDIO FIXED)/// The audio has been fixed and this episode re-released. Enjoy and thank you for your patience! /// Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.8 A conversation with composer Tina Davidson on her latest collaboration with Philip Brunell and VocalEssence, her approach to collaborating with conductors, the ensemble, and the audience, plus her views on spirituality and how it has played an instrumental role in her compositions.Find more music and information about Tina Davidson at her website ⁠https://tinadavidson.com⁠. You can also find recordings of her compositions including "Hymn of the Universe" featuring VocalEssence on most streaming platforms.
2024-02-0858 minAmbient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersComposer Tina Davidson on collaboration, spirituality, and her composition "Hymn of the Universe"Ambient Discourses // Episode 2.8 A conversation with composer Tina Davidson on her latest collaboration with Philip Brunell and VocalEssence, her approach to collaborating with conductors, the ensemble, and the audience, plus her views on spirituality and how it has played an instrumental role in her compositions.Find more music and information about Tina Davidson at her website https://tinadavidson.com. You can also find recordings of her compositions including "Hymn of the Universe" featuring VocalEssence on most streaming platforms. ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION...
2024-02-0558 minAmbient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA conversation with ambient artist SIX MISSING // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.7In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have a conversation with ambient artist Six Missing on the Nettwerk Music Group label. We talked all about ambient music, how meditation has played a roll in how we create and listen to music, validation as an artist, and more. You can hear more music from Six Missing at https://sixmissing.bandcamp.com as well as episode 5.3 of the STOLACE | Relay Station. ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly music program that showcases ambient, neoclassical, new age, and other instrumental music from around...
2024-01-221h 09Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersA dialogue about tuning into your frequency as an artist // Ambient Discourses • Episode 2.6Episode 2.6 / December 11, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I'm pausing the conversations to take stock, re-assess, and pivot — changing things up a bit based on some significant revelations and experiences I've had over the past few weeks in my meditation times. Join me as I talk about my experiences and tuning into your frequency as an artist in this episode of Ambient Discourses. ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly 59-minute music program that showcases ambient, neoclassical, new age, and other in...
2023-12-1258 minAmbient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Taylor Swindell of Neighborhood Libraries // Ambient Discourses • episode 2.5My guest on the program is Taylor Swindell of the ambient project Neighborhood Libraries. He and I had a splendid conversation, learning a bit about his background, his newly found connection to the Nettwerk Music Group label, how he’s evolved over the years, the subject of understanding flow state, his latest album “Postcards from the Backyard” and more. Grab your overdue books, let’s get to it with my conversation with Taylor Swindell of Neighborhood Libraries. LINKS & RESOURCES // “Jack of all trades, master of none, though often times better than master of one.” - circa 1390 Find Neighborhood Libaries on your favo...
2023-12-031h 08Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with the ambient artist AITIA // Ambient Discourses • episode 2.4My guest on the program operates under the moniker “AITIA” which is the Greek term for the word “cause”. AITIA is a brand new independent ambient musician that is off to a tremendous with their two companion albums “ENA”(éna) and “ANE” (ayn), both of which explore the concepts of the reversal of time —of which we’ll hear a few tracks later on in the program. Our conversation explored their two debut companion releases, some of AITIA’s sources of inspiration, straddling the world of art and capitalism, authenticity of intent, and more. LINKS & RESOURCES // Find AITIA on Bandcamp - https://aiti...
2023-11-261h 47Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Brian Fechino // conversations about ego, branding, gratitude, and moreMy guest on the program is Brian Fechino — a prolific guitarist, ambient artist, producer and mixer from the Nashville area. He has numerous releases and collaborations on the Heart Dance label, has an extensive history in the music business, and as I’ve found over the course of our conversation, both wisdom and maturity that we all could learn and benefit from. Our conversation steered through a variety of topics, like stripping away the ego, branding for today’s artists, the power of gratitude and empathy, and a whole lot more. Plus we spent some time talking about his latest...
2023-11-192h 06Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Jorn Swart of Doeke // conversations about the beauty in small details, working in the flow state, learning to let go, and more.My guest on the program is Jorn Swart of the neoclassical project Doeke — spelt D O E K E — Doeke creates remarkably beautiful neoclassical piano compositions, has a delicate touch and sensibilities steeped in nostalgia and memory. Our conversation took us through splendid places, like the beauty found in small details, working within the flow state, learning to let go and balance the ego, and so many other fascinating topics. RESOURCES // Find Doeke on Bandcamp: https://jornswart.bandcamp.com Find more from Malnoia on Spotify and Apple Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6PKnnviqV4J6kvg2XJ5lPN https://musi...
2023-11-121h 35Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Greg Webster of SONAURA // ambient music podcast • episode 2.1Ambient Discourses, episode 2.1 Interview with Greg Webster of Sonaura My guest on the program is Greg from the ambient project Sonaura, and it was a memorable one that wove through fascinating topics. We explored the nostalgia of tape loops, talked about his latest album Noumena, waded in the pools of existentialism and other golden conversational nuggets for the contemplative artist. Sonaura on Bandcamp: https://sonaura.bandcamp.com [0:03:15] Origin story [0:11:34] The nostalgia of tape loops [0:17:22] “Flaking Data” by Sonaura from “Noumena” [0:19:28] The tactile art of music [0:27:10] Noumena: the latest album from Sonaura [0:31:00] “Perceptual Daylight” by Sonaura from “Noumena” [0:36:48] Perception & objective reality [0:41:21...
2023-11-051h 29Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Sherry Finzer // conversations on creating space for the listener, her work with the Insight Timer meditation app, and moreEpisode 022 / September 24, 2023 My guest on the program is Sherry Finzer — a flutist from Phoenix, Arizona in the United States and the driving force behind Heart Dance Records and Higher Level Media. Our conversation was simply sublime — we talked about creating space for the listener, her work with the Insight Timer meditation app, her new album The Gratitude Project, and much more. Sherry was also our feature artist on The STOLACE RELAY STATION, episode 3.47. Find the episode on YouTube and at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/47/ Resources & Links Sherry Finzer’s website - https://sherryfinzer.com Sherry’s music - https...
2023-09-241h 37Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Tim Allen of Spectrical // conversations on topics like the musicality in electrical signals, the relationship between our music and our identity, and other topicsEpisode 021 / September 20, 2023 My guest on the program is Tim Allen of the Australian ambient and electronic project Spectrical. Spectrical has three releases on Bandcamp that capture his exploration of sound design, creating interesting soundscapes for the listener to dive into. My conversation with Tim carried us through topics like the musicality in electrical signals, the relationship between our music and our identity, his new record label Perceptual Tapes, and other topics that I think you’ll find interesting. You can also hear Spectrical on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.46. Find more at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/46/ Find Spectrical on...
2023-09-201h 46Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with PCM // conversations on collaboration, wisdom for the solitary artist, connectedness, and other interesting topics [episode 020, Sept. 17, 2023]Episode 020 / September 17, 2023 In this episode, my guests on the program are a trio from Italy that goes by the name PCM — Francesco Perry, Matteo Cantaluppi, and Matteo Milea. I really enjoyed this conversation, with these three electronic artists that have been collaborating and creating music together under the n5md record label. Our conversation steered through what collaboration looks like for them, some wisdom and insight for the solitary artist, our connectedness, and other intersting topics. You can also hear PCM on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.46. Find more info at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/46/. ...
2023-09-171h 42Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with ILUITEQ, the Italian ambient duo // conversations on collaboration, what shapes our expressions, maximizing creativity, and more [episode 019 • Sept 13, 2023]Episode 019 / September 13, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we dive in deep with the dynamic Italian ambient duo that is ILUITEQ. My conversation with Sergio and Andrea took us through numerous topics of interest including the challenges of collaboration, what shapes us and our expressions, maximizing our creative output, and more. You can also hear ILUITEQ featured on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION episode 3.45. Find more information about this episode at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/45/. Resources & Related Links: Cormac McCarthy (author) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cormac_McCarthy “The Road” (book) - https://en.w...
2023-09-131h 35Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Jack Dolan of Staeppanwulf // a deeper philosophical conversation about music creation, philosophy, and peeking behind the curtain of creativity [episode 018, Sept 10, 2023]Episode 018 / September 10, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we become acquainted with ambient electronic artist Jack Dolan of Staeppanwulf from the United Kingdom. We touched on his concept of literary isolationism and how it informs his music, plus peeking behind the curtains towards the eternal source of inspiration, and a variety of philosophical concepts like the unity of opposites, Stoicism, Taoism, and others to name a few. If you’re not well-versed in philosophy, don’t worry… allow us to assuage your inhabitions with links and resources to what we talk about in the show notes. You can also catch...
2023-09-101h 45Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersWill Samson singer/songwriter // conversations on his newest album "Harp Swells", balancing your creativity, and sage words of advice for the musician [episode 017, September 8, 2023]Episode 017 / September 8, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we meet British singer-songwriter, turned ambient musician, Will Samson, who absolutely won me over with his minimalist composotion "And Yet" from his 2023 release "Harp Swells", now available everywhere. Our conversation steered through his background, the sorts of things that inspire him and have helped shape him, how "And Yet" was conceived, the balance of expressing yourself with writing for the listener, and other interesting topics. You can also hear Will Samson on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.43, at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/43/. [0:02:00] Origin story [0:08:06] Picking...
2023-09-081h 24Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersInterview with Högni Egilsson // introspective and deep conversations about art and composing with the composer of the Netflix series "Katla" [Episode 016, Sept 3, 2023]Episode 016 / September 3, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have an absolutely brilliant conversation with multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and composer for film and TV, Högni Egilsson from Iceland. Högni shared in great detail many of his methods and approaches to composition, along with his experience composing for the hit Netflix television series "Katla". Plus, he offered some indisepensible advice for aspiring composers who wish to get into scoring for film and television. You can hear Högni on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION as well, episode 3.44 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/44/ [0:01:33] Origin story [0:14:15] Moving towards cinematic composition [0:16:48] “Crash...
2023-09-031h 27Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersDaman Hoffman of Ceramic // conversations on his journey to sobriety, finding balance when creating music, the deeper spiritual levels of music, and more [episode 015, August 27, 2023]Episode 015 / August 27, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we meet Daman Hoffman of the ambient project Ceramic and have an extraordinary conversation about his journey toward sobriety, the inspiration behind the name Ceramic, the connectivity we experience as creators, and even delving into topics of balance, spirituality, and being a vessel during the compositional process. You can also hear Ceramic on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.43 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/43/. [0:03:10] Challenges working with playlists and curators [0:05:58] Balancing self-expression with tailoring your music to playlist standards [0:11:48] The path to sobriety and awakening out of the Ego [0:18:21] “Now That Yo...
2023-08-271h 46Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersYannick Mirko // conversations about gender, equality in the arts, living with a rare disease, and more [episode 014, August 23, 2023]Episode 014 / August 23, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have an earmark conversation with Yannick Mirko, a talented artist, creator, and musician spanning multiple mediums of expression, including musical theatre, songwriting, indie films, a prolific blog and podcast, and more. We talk about their exploration of gender, navigating the world with a rare disease, equity in the arts, and more. You can hear more from Yannick Mirko on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION episode 3.37 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/37/ [0:03:45] Origin story and gender identity [0:13:18] The flip to listening…or monologuing [0:18:58] “I’d Rather Be In Spa...
2023-08-231h 36Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersJD Ryan of Thorny // conversations about finding your voice, navigating self-doubt, the dichotomy of ambient music, and more [episode 13, August 20, 2023]Episode 013 / August 20, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have an absolutely entertaining conversation with JD Ryan of the ambient music project Thorny. Our conversation steered through numerous topics including the work required to find your voice, finding creative clarity, what success looks like, and more. JD also managed to perform some interviewing martial arts on me, making me the subject in this interview as well. Good times. You can hear more from Thorny on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION episode 3.42 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/42/ [0:00:40] Origins and inspirations [0:13:35] “For The Now” by Thorny from “See No Sky” [0:20:59] Beyond self-dou...
2023-08-202h 07Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersRobert Rich // conversations about his Travelers Cloth release, the history of Tu Fu, influential collaborations, and priceless advice for musicians [episode 012 August 13, 2023]Episode 012 / August 13, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we have a mind-altering conversation with one of the legends in the ambient music genre, Robert Rich, an extremely prolific composer and creator who has over 50 albums to his name, over four decades of music that transports you to another time and place. In my interview with him, we talk about his origin story, the story of the poet historian Tu Fu from the Tang dynasty in the eighth century and his influence on the album "Travelers' Cloth", the commoditizing of music and art, cultivating community and a common language for...
2023-08-131h 26Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersGrammy-nominated Tom Eaton // conversations about his latest album "Weathering", life in the middle-ages, finding balance, and more [episode 11, August 9, 2023]Episode 011 / August 9, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we talk with Grammy-nominated Tom Eaton about his new album 'Weathering', approaching mid-life, memorable collaborations, his evolved relationship with Heart Dance Records, and more. You can also hear more from Tom Eaton on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.40, which aired on August 6, 2023. Find more at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/40/ [0:01:38] The origin story [0:05:35] Getting back into nature [0:10:55] Ambient music: keeping you company [0:13:48] “The Lost Years” by Tom Eaton from “Weathering” [0:21:14] Arriving at middle age [0:28:05] Well Weathered [0:31:18] “Instead I Said Goodbye” by Tom Eaton from “Weathering” [0...
2023-08-091h 32Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersDaryl Groetsch of Pulse Emitter // conversations about digital composing, the commodification of music, ego vs art, sci-fi inspiration, and communal listening [episode 010, August 6, 2023]Episode 010 / August 6, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have an amazing conversation at notable depths with Oregon-based electronic artist Daryl Groetsch who also operates under the name Pulse Emitter. The topic of our conversation steered through many highly interesting topics of conversation, including finding the balance in using tools and AI in music creation, finding the balance between ego and art, finding community in an isolated musical space, and other fascinating talking points. You can hear more from Daryl Groetsch on the STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.40, which aired on August 6, 2023. Find more at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/40/ [0:01:26...
2023-08-061h 44Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersHenrik Meierkord // conversations about bearing the weight of generational trauma, communal listening, advancements in music tech, and more. [episode 009, August 2, 2023]Episode 009 / August 2, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we dive deep into conversation straight away with Swedish multi-instrumentalist and ambient composer Henrik Meierkord and the persecution he's had to endure in Sweden with his half-German heritage. Henrik shared about his childhood trauma of having to bear the weight of the transgressions of his ancestors, war crimes he had absolutely nothing to do with. Our conversation also steered through memorable collaborations, the value and hindrances of technological advancements in music production, communal listening, and keeping the "punk" spirit alive in the ambient music community. You can also hear...
2023-08-021h 45Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersDaniel Field from Kilometre Club // conversations about creativity, tools of the trade, his goals with the Imaginary North label, and building community [episode 008, July 30, 2023]Episode 008 / July 30, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I have a short, but sweet conversation with Daniel Field, who creates music under the name Kilometre Club and is the brainchild behind the Canadian ambient record label Imaginary North. In addition to talking about his origin story and the creative process, we touched on what motivates him and the momentum he's gained from working the playlist angle with music streaming services like Spotify. Plus we delved into some of his sources of inspiration andhis collaborations, and what's in store for Imaginary North in the near future. You can hear more...
2023-07-3051 minAmbient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersStefano Contini of Entheogenic Sound Explorers // conversations about consciousness, collaboration, and transformation with psychedelics [episode 007, July 23, 2023]Episode 007 / July 23, 2023In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we have an entirely enlightening conversation with Italian electronic artist Stefano Contini of Entheogenic Sound Explorer. Our conversation organically steered through multiple topics including how Stefano got into music, his entheogenic transformation, our connectivity to each other and The Entity, plus his visit to America and the physicality of music. You can hear more from Entheogenic Sound Explorers on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.38 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/37/ [0:02:00] The adventure begins[0:12:04] “Re-turn” by ESE from “Path to Myth”[0:19:24] The path to...
2023-07-231h 21Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersKyle of Astromot // conversations on Astromot's entry into ambient music, sources of inspiration, and more [episode 006, July 16, 2023]Episode 006 / July 16, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we meet Kyle of the brand new ambient act Astromot. Astromot is new to the music scene and quite accidentally stumbled upon the ambient music genre. We talk about his history and process surrounding creating music, and what guides him when he creates music. You can also hear more from Astromot on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.37 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/37/ // ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly 59-minute music program that...
2023-07-1644 minAmbient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersEvan Moore of Trystaria // conversations on our musical backgrounds, what led us to ambient music, and music creation with balance in mind [episode 005, July 12, 2023]Evan Moore of Trystaria Episode 005 / July 12, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we get to know a recent addition to the Relay Station roster of artists — Trystaria. We had quite the exhilerating conversation, talking about our musical backgrounds, what led us toward the ambient music genre, our compositional process, and approaching music creation with a balanced perspective. You can also hear more from Trystaria on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.36 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/36/ // ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to Th...
2023-07-121h 20Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersPaul Widdicomb of Nova Loka // conversations on grief and loss, expressing deep feelings in music, his journey with ambient music and more [episode 004, July 9, 2023]Paul Widdicomb of Nova Loka Episode 004 / July 9, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, we dive deeper into the perspectives of prolific Australian ambient artist Paul Widdicomb of Nova Loka. We had a splendid conversation about his new album "Losing the Foothold of Earth", how grief and suffering provided Paul with deep inspiration, and more. You can also hear more from Nova Loka on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.36 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/36/ // ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE...
2023-07-091h 16Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersSTOLACE // my reflections on ambient music and a producer's walkthrough of my album "ATMOS" [episode 003, July 2, 2023]Episode 003 / July 2, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, I deviate from the format of the podcast to provide a long-form walkthrough of my latest ambient release "ATMOS", a sixty-four minute seamless experience through Earth's atmosphere, plus recapping some of my musical history, what inspires me, and other interesting topics. You can find "ATMOS" at https://stolace.bandcamp.com as well as most streaming music services. // ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly 59-minute music program that showcases ambient, neoclassical, new age, and other...
2023-07-021h 04Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersCarlo Matti, pianist and composer // conversations on the journey of creating art, inspiration from the cosmos, finding your unique voice and more [episode 002, June 25, 2023]Carlo Matti, pianist and composer Episode 002 / June 25, 2023 In this episode of Ambient Discourses, Italian pianist and composer Carlo Matti and me have a brilliant conversation about how the cosmos has been a source of inspiration for him, the journey of creating art, finding your voice as a musician, and more. You can also hear more from Carlo Matti on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.34 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/34/ // ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, a weekly 59...
2023-06-251h 07Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composers
Ambient Discourses // conversations with musicians and composersDamian Duque of City of Dawn // conversations on collaboration, being an artist on the autism spectrum, inspiration and more [episode 001, June 18, 2023]Damian Duque of City of Dawn Episode 001 / June 18, 2023 In our debut episode of Ambient Discourses, I have a wonderful conversation with Damian Duque of City of Dawn on the Heart Dance Records label, talking about the collaborative process, music creation as therapy, his journey in music on the autism spectrum, and much more. You can also hear more from City of Dawn on The STOLACE | RELAY STATION, episode 3.33 at https://stolace.com/relay-station/episodes/03/33/ // ABOUT AMBIENT DISCOURSES // Ambient Discourses is the podcast companion to The STOLACE...
2023-05-261h 03First Universalist Church of Minneapolis Sunday Service Podcast
First Universalist Church of Minneapolis Sunday Service PodcastOctober 23, 2022- A River of StarsAs we continue exploring our monthly theme, "You Can Count on This," we move from heart, body, and mind to…space? Many may wonder how the vast field of galaxies can be counted on. But our ancestors have always traced stories onto constellations. Humanity navigated dangerous waters using those reliable but distant stars. During our own times of loss and alienation, how can the mysterious, interdependent universe provide solace and hope? Singing to Gather- We Are- Dr. Glen Thomas Rideout, Franco Holder (:29) Poem by Nancy Scaffer (3:34) Words of Welcome- Dr. Glen Thomas Rideout (5:18)...
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