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Music SpeaksTelevision Themes Part 3In this episode, Hunter and Shaun talk about their favorite TV themes.
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2024-09-2425 minMusic SpeaksTelevision Themes Part 2In this episode, Hunter and Shaun talk about their favorite TV themes.
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2024-09-1727 minMusic SpeaksTelevision Themes Part 1In this episode, Hunter and Shaun talk about their favorite TV themes.
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2024-09-1029 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to?In this episode, Jenna Brown and Eileen O'Dea take over as hosts to interview Shaun and Hunter about their year's musical Must-Listens!
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2024-09-0322 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 3In this episode, Jenna Brown and Eileen O'Dea take over as hosts to interview Shaun and Hunter about their year's musical Must-Listens!
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2024-08-2730 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to Part 2In this episode, Jenna Brown and Eileen O'Dea take over as hosts to interview Shaun and Hunter about their year's musical Must-Listens!
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2024-08-2029 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 1In this episode, Jenna Brown and Eileen O'Dea take over as hosts to interview Shaun and Hunter about their year's musical Must-Listens!
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2024-08-1323 minMusic SpeaksSymphony No. 5 Return to Middle Earth (Part 2)In this episode Shaun and Hunter discuss Johann DeMeij's fifth symphony, titled, "Return to Middle Earth." Part 2 of 2
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2024-07-0931 minMusic SpeaksSymphony No. 5 Return to Middle Earth (Part 1)In this episode Shaun and Hunter discuss Johann DeMeij's fifth symphony, titled, "Return to Middle Earth." Part 1 of 2
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2024-07-0334 minMusic SpeaksBeethoven 9 (Part 1)For this episode, we have FIVE hosts!
Hunter Sigona, Shaun Rimkunas, Mary Haddix, Joel Kayser, and Hanif Lawrence.
Via Wikipedia:
Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 is a choral symphony, the final complete symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven composed between 1822 and 1824. It was first performed in Vienna on 7 May 1824. Many critics and musicologists regard the symphony as a masterpiece of Western classical music and one of the supreme achievements in music history.[1][2] One of the best-known works in common practice music,[1] stands as one of the most frequently performed symphonies in the world.[3][4]
2024-05-2840 minMusic SpeaksThe Proust Questionnaire (Shaun Rimkunas)Shaun takes the annual Proust questionnaire.
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2024-01-2450 minMusic SpeaksMini-Episode of Hunter's Music Theory KnowledgeIn this episode, Shaun tests Hunter on Music Theory Knowledge via Classical FM.
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2023-11-1405 minMusic SpeaksGrace Rimkunas (Part 3) w/ Pop Quiz!Grace Rimkunas is a Connecticut native. She attended the University of Connecticut in pursual of an undergraduate degree in Music Education and a master’s in Curriculum Design and Instruction. Post graduation, Grace taught elementary general music and front ensemble for approximately four years. While teaching, she came to realize that she hoped to impact a larger audience of young people through music. She attended Indiana University in pursual of a master’s degree in Arts Administration. Grace interned with Music for All in the fall of 2021 and began working full time as an Advancement Coordinator in January of 2022. She...
2023-10-3136 minMusic SpeaksGrace Rimkunas (Part 2)Grace Rimkunas is a Connecticut native. She attended the University of Connecticut in pursual of an undergraduate degree in Music Education and a master’s in Curriculum Design and Instruction. Post graduation, Grace taught elementary general music and front ensemble for approximately four years. While teaching, she came to realize that she hoped to impact a larger audience of young people through music. She attended Indiana University in pursual of a master’s degree in Arts Administration. Grace interned with Music for All in the fall of 2021 and began working full time as an Advancement Coordinator in January of 2022. She...
2023-10-2433 minMusic SpeaksGrace Rimkunas (Part 1)Grace Rimkunas is a Connecticut native. She attended the University of Connecticut in pursuant of an undergraduate degree in Music Education and a master’s in Curriculum Design and Instruction. Post graduation, Grace taught elementary general music and front ensemble for approximately four years. While teaching, she came to realize that she hoped to impact a larger audience of young people through music. She attended Indiana University in pursuant of a master’s degree in Arts Administration. Grace interned with Music for All in the fall of 2021 and began working full time as an Advancement Coordinator in January of 2022. She...
2023-10-1730 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 4What the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Songs 13-14
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2023-10-1022 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 3What the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Songs 9-12
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2023-10-0332 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 2What the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Songs 5-8
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2023-09-2635 minMusic SpeaksWhat the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 1What the Heck are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? - Find Out in Songs 1-4
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2023-09-1927 minMusic SpeaksAnastasia Act 2In this Episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss Ahren and Flaherty's musical, Anastasia Act 2.
(Via Playbill)
With music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and a book by Terrence McNally, and inspired by a 75 year old legend and subsequent beloved films, Anastasia transports audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat...
2023-09-1244 minMusic SpeaksAnastasia Act IIn this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss Ahren and Flaherty's Anastasia, Act I.
(Via Playbill)
With music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and a book by Terrence McNally, and inspired by a 75 year old legend and subsequent beloved films, Anastasia transports audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat...
2023-09-0551 minMusic SpeaksBeethoven Symphony No. 3 in Eb MajorIn this episode, Mary, Hunter, and Shaun analyze Beethoven's Third Symphony in Eb.
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2023-08-081h 03Music SpeaksHozier Part 2 (Feat. Meredith Neumann)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun, we break down some of Irish singers Hozier's music with Meredith Neumann.
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2023-06-2735 minMusic SpeaksHozier Part 1 (Feat. Meredith Neumann)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun, we break down some of Irish singers Hozier's music with Meredith Neumann.
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2023-06-2046 minMusic SpeaksMini Verdi Requiem Episode Part 3In a Mini Music Speaks Episode, Shaun, Hunter and guest host Hanif Lawrence discuss Verdi's Requiem.
From strict scientific disciplines to the passionate artistry of Music, Hanif Lawrence has worked his way from one end of the spectrum to the other while sharpening his skills as a conductor and vocalist. “Music is what keeps me SANE!” Lawrence often says, and there has certainly been no shortage of it because he has been focused on making meaningful music that audiences everywhere will appreciate. This Jamaican-born musician holds a Bachelor of Music from Alcorn State University in Vocal Performance, and...
2023-06-1308 minMusic SpeaksVerdi Requiem Part 2Shaun, Hunter and guest host Hanif Lawrence discuss Verdi's Requiem.
From strict scientific disciplines to the passionate artistry of Music, Hanif Lawrence has worked his way from one end of the spectrum to the other while sharpening his skills as a conductor and vocalist. “Music is what keeps me SANE!” Lawrence often says, and there has certainly been no shortage of it because he has been focused on making meaningful music that audiences everywhere will appreciate. This Jamaican-born musician holds a Bachelor of Music from Alcorn State University in Vocal Performance, and has performed, prepared ensembles, and cond...
2023-06-0657 minMusic SpeaksVerdi's Requiem Part 1Shaun, Hunter and guest host Hanif Lawrence discuss Verdi's Requiem.
From strict scientific disciplines to the passionate artistry of Music, Hanif Lawrence has worked his way from one end of the spectrum to the other while sharpening his skills as a conductor and vocalist. “Music is what keeps me SANE!” Lawrence often says, and there has certainly been no shortage of it because he has been focused on making meaningful music that audiences everywhere will appreciate. This Jamaican-born musician holds a Bachelor of Music from Alcorn State University in Vocal Performance, and has performed, prepared ensembles, and cond...
2023-05-301h 35Music SpeaksBeethoven Symphony No. 1 in C MajorShaun, Hunter, and Guest Host Valerie Nuzzolo breaks down Beethoven's first symphony.
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2023-05-161h 12Music SpeaksFinal John Williams Film Music Pod (Part 6)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss some of John William's Film Music in the 2010's.
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2023-04-1819 minMusic SpeaksFinal John Williams Film Music Pod (Part 5)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss some of John William's Film Music in the 2010's.
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2023-04-1114 minMusic SpeaksFinal John Williams Film Music Pod (Part 4)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss some of John William's Film Music in the 2010's.
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2023-04-0416 minMusic SpeaksFinal John Williams Film Music Pod (Part 3)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss some of John William's Film Music in the 2010's.
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2023-03-2817 minMusic SpeaksFinal John Williams Film Music Pod (Part 2)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss some of John William's Film Music in the 2010's.
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2023-03-2121 minMusic SpeaksFinal John Williams Film Music Pod (Part 1)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss some of John William's Film Music in the 2010's.
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2023-03-1421 minMusic SpeaksAlice By Heart (Act 2)In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss the second half of Alice by Heart.
According to the Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space:
TONY® and GRAMMY® award-winning creators of SPRING AWAKENING, STEVEN SATER and DUNCAN SHEIK, reunite for their new musical ALICE BY HEART, inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, and directed and co-written by JESSIE NELSON (WAITRESS).
“In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an under...
2023-03-0736 minMusic SpeaksProust Questionnaire (Feat. Hunter Sigona)Shaun interviewed Hunter through the Proust Questionnaire. Enjoy!
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2023-01-171h 03Music SpeaksProust Questionnaire (Feat. Shaun Rimkunas)Mary interviewed Shaun through the Proust Questionnaire. Enjoy!
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2023-01-1033 minMusic SpeaksChristmas Songs 2022Mary, Hunter, Shaun identify some classic and new Christmas songs.
Please Enjoy & Happy Holidays!
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2022-12-2756 minMusic SpeaksCompany Act 2In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss Stephen Sondheim's Company,
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2022-12-1332 minMusic SpeaksCompany Act 1In this episode, Hunter and Shaun discuss Stephen Sondheim's Company,
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2022-12-061h 04
Music SpeaksThe Proust Questionnaire, Part 3In this episode, we dive into the Proust Questionnaire, which allows for larger-than-life questions and explores deep into someone's true self.
We test fellow co-host Shaun Rimkunas to be known through this elaborate process.
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2022-02-0849 minMusic SpeaksBest of Christmas SongsMerry Christmas! And all through the podcast world Shaun, Mary, and Hunter decide on their top two Christmas songs!
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2021-12-2149 minMusic SpeaksJohn Williams Part 2Shaun, Mary, and Hunter explore the 70's and early 80's career of John Williams.
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2021-10-261h 34Music SpeaksThe Origins of Nintendo's MusicMary, Hunter, and Shaun look at the 8-Bit Music featured in the history of their earlier games.
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2021-10-1954 minMusic SpeaksWhat are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Mini EpisodeWe wrap up our thoughts about the episodes and find out about each other's interests.
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2021-10-0503 minMusic SpeaksThe Pixar Mini EpisodeFind out who knows more about Pixar Music, Shaun or Hunter?
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2021-09-2815 minMusic SpeaksWhat are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 2Mary Haddix continues her line of questioning to Shaun and Hunter to discuss their top 5 songs.
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2021-09-2147 minMusic SpeaksWho Cares About Melody?Shaun asks Hunter about the role melody takes on in music.
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2021-09-1430 minMusic SpeaksWhat are Shaun and Hunter Listening to? Part 1In this episode, Hunter and Shaun chat with frequent guest host Mary Haddix, to figure out the age old question, what are you guys listening to?
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2021-09-0753 minMusic SpeaksJohn Williams Part 1Hunter and Shaun start to explore the musical world of John Williams from 1959!
In a career that spans five decades, John Williams has become one of America’s most accomplished and successful composers for film and for the concert stage. He has served as music director and laureate conductor of one of the country’s treasured musical institutions, the Boston Pops Orchestra, and he maintains thriving artistic relationships with many of the world’s great orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Mr. Williams has received a vari...
2021-08-3159 minMusic SpeaksShaun Rimkunas Mini EpisodeIn this (MINI) episode guest hosts Mary Haddix and Skull Smith find out what 80's music Icon, Music Speaks host, Shaun Rimkunas is.
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2021-08-1710 minMusic SpeaksMaurice Ravel's Mother Goose SuiteIn this episode Shaun and Hunter look at Ravel's Mother Goose Suite, you may have heard Shaun discussing it with previous guest Junwen Liang, and they analyze elements of the piece that leave Classical Music Lovers' head spinning about how this piece is so incredibly intricate and intuitive.
Notes: The Mother Goose Suite was initially written for two pianos and then by Ravel, it was orchestrated for Chamber Orchestra, which is normal for Ravel, due to his orchestration practices, such as Tombeau du Couperin and Pictures at an Exhibition.
Titled, Ma Mere L’Oye, The su...
2021-08-1042 minMusic SpeaksMary Haddix Mini EpisodeToday, Tyler Suarez, a recent guest now turned Co-Host, and Shaun Rimkunas, the host of Music Speaks, wanted to test Mary Haddix, a new DMA candidate at the University of Northern Texas, on her Horn Quizlet Knowledge.
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2021-07-2038 minMusic SpeaksJunwen LiangShaun and Hunter talk to DMA Pianist, Multi-Competition Winner, and all-around lovely human Junwen Liang.
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Chinese-born pianist Junwen Liang began his piano studies at nine and made his solo debut at the age of thirteen. He earned a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance at Ithaca College, where he received a full scholarship. And a Master of Music at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music with appointed as an Associate Instructor in Piano. Junwen has performed in major cities from China, Canada, and the United States. His achievements include the most recent...
2021-07-061h 34Music SpeaksHair, The Musical Part 1In this episode, Hunter and Shaun talk about Shaun's experience with the musical Hair, and his knowledge of the score and the meaning behind the songs!
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2021-06-221h 51Music SpeaksBrandenburg No. 6Hunter and Shaun discover the last Brandenburg (no. 6 in Bb Major)
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2021-05-0441 minMusic SpeaksBrandenburg No. 5Hunter and Shaun look into Brandenburg No. 5 in D major and find compositional similarities in his music regarding other Brandenburgs.
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2021-04-291h 11Music SpeaksKevin McKeeHunter and Shaun dive into the music of Kevin McKee and discuss his progression as a composer.
Kevin McKee is an American composer of (primarily) brass chamber music. He was born and raised in Yreka, CA, a tiny mountain town in the heart of the “State of Jefferson” (Northern California). He began playing the trumpet in grade school at the urging of his father, the high school music teacher in town. He went on to earn two degrees in trumpet performance; a BM from Sacramento State, where he studied with Gary Dilworth, and a MM from the Univers...
2021-04-271h 13Music SpeaksHosted by Valerie NuzzoloOur 5-time guest Valerie Nuzzolo interviews Music Speaks co-hosts Shaun and Hunter about their top 5 playlists (ten songs in total).
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2021-04-221h 16Music SpeaksBrandenburg No. 4In this episode, Shaun and Hunter go undercover to look at Brandenburg No. 4 in G Major.
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2021-04-2046 minMusic SpeaksNicole MurrayHunter and Shaun help Nicole Murray break down some pieces she will be performing soon and some of the new choices she wanted to get the attention of.
Nicole Murray is a flutist and teacher based in buffalo, NY. Her teaching approach is based firmly on the belief that all students should enjoy playing music, and it is the role of the private teacher to help each student find their own unique musical voice.
As a flutist, Nicole subs with several orchestras, including the Erie Philharmonic, Catskill Symphony, Southern Tier Symphony, Amherst Symphony, and the...
2021-04-151h 13Music SpeaksAnthony CubbageHunter and Shaun act as musical therapists in this deep and thought-provoking interview with the artist known as Cubbage.
Cubbage hails from Philadelphia, but his heart is that of a traveler. With music rooted in pop/folk foundations, his style also seeks inspiration from jazz and soul reminiscent of John Mayer and Jamie Cullum. Traveling across the US in a sleeper van and busking on the streets between gigs, Cubbage has given himself wholly to a life of a modern bohemian musician.
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2021-04-131h 07Music SpeaksBrandenburg No. 3Hunter and Shaun look at Bach's Brandenburg No. 3 in G Major, one of Bach's shortest concerti.
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2021-04-0830 minMusic SpeaksMeredith Neumann (Part 2)Shaun and Hunter examine some choral renaissance music with returning guest Meredith Neumann.
Meredith Neumann is the Choirmaster at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph in Hartford, CT, where she conducts the professional Schola Cantorum. Founded in 1999 by Archdiocesan Music Director and Organist, Dr. Ezequiel Menéndez, the choir’s repertoire encompasses the full range of Roman Catholic music, including plainchant, a cappella motets from the 16th through 20th centuries, music for chorus and orchestra, as well as newly commissioned works. In addition to its liturgical function, the Cathedral Schola Cantorum plays an active role in the concert lif...
2021-04-061h 44Music SpeaksBrandenburg No. 2Shaun and Hunter examine Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, and why the trumpet part is incredibly challenging and cracking Bach's compositional system.
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2021-04-0159 minMusic SpeaksJoseph Melvin 2.0Hunter and Shaun examine Composer/Arranger Joseph Melvin's top ten (eleven) movie soundtracks and quiz him on his soundtrack knowledge.
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2021-03-301h 33Music SpeaksBach MagnificatShaun and Hunter sit down to discuss Bach's Magnificat.
According to Wikipedia:
"Johann Sebastian Bach's Magnificat, BWV 243, is a musical setting of the biblical canticle Magnificat. It is scored for five vocal parts (two sopranos, alto, tenor and bass), and a Baroque orchestra including trumpets and timpani. It is the first major liturgical composition on a Latin text by Bach.
In 1723, after taking up his post as Thomaskantor in Leipzig, Bach set the text of the Magnificat in a twelve movement composition in the key of E-flat major. For a performance at Christmas...
2021-03-111h 22Music SpeaksSphieShaun and Hunter sit down to talk about psychological interests in the artist Sphie's life and how it has impacted her day-to-day life.
We also discuss the songs on her album, Home, which debuted last year.
Sphie is a singer, songwriter, music producer and visionary. She is motivated by a deep compassion for all humanity. She invests her time in empowering the world through music, movement, mindfulness, love and peace. She intertwines an eclectic blend of soul, indie and pop mixed with operatic undertones. Inspired to find a deep understanding of connection in life, she w...
2021-03-091h 21Music SpeaksBrandon LawShaun and Hunter sit down to talk to a Hip-Hop artist from Virginia Beach, Brandon Law.
In his bio he writes, "My name is Brandon Law, I aspire to be great, but I know I can't get there by myself, I need a team, I need the listeners. I appreciate every last one of the people who listen to my music because I know they don't have to, they make the choice, just like I choose to be honest with and in my music."
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2021-03-0445 minMusic SpeaksWonderful Town (feat. Shaun Rimkunas)Hunter sits down to interview Shaun about Leonard Bernstein's musical, "Wonderful Town."
SYNOPSIS via Playbill: "Ruth, an aspiring writer, and Eileen, her prettier, aspiring-actress younger sister, arrive in New York from Ohio in the 1930s and find frustration, career hopes and romance in the city of their dreams."
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2021-03-021h 29Music SpeaksHow to Succeed in Business Without Really TryingHunter and Shaun sit down to discuss one of their favorites, "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying."
According to Musical Theater International,
"Big business means big laughs in this delightfully clever lampoon of life on the corporate ladder. A tune-filled comic gem that took Broadway by storm, winning both the Tony Award for Best Musical and a Pulitzer Prize, How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying boasts an exhilarating score by Frank Loesser, including "I Believe in You," "Brotherhood of Man" and "The Company Way."
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2021-02-161h 12Music SpeaksMeredith NeumannHunter and Shaun sit down with Maestra Meredith Neumann, to discuss her career as a teacher and her top ten playlist.
Meredith Neumann is Choirmaster of the Cathedral of Saint Joseph in downtown Hartford, conducting
the Schola Cantorum and the Cathedral Youth Chorus. She was formerly the Director of Connecticut
Children’s Chorus and conductor of the Hartt Camerata at the University of Hartford. She is a sought-
after clinician and festival conductor, and her ensembles are known for their innovative approach to
performance and their in...
2021-02-091h 49Music SpeaksWest Side StoryHunter and Shaun sit down to discuss their favorite musical, West Side Story.
According to Wikipedia,
"(West Side Story) is a musical in which a modern day Romeo and Juliet are involved in New York street gangs. On the harsh streets of the upper west side, two gangs battle for control of the turf. The situation becomes complicated when a gang member falls in love with a rival's sister."
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2021-02-021h 39Music SpeaksChildren of EdenToday we will sit down with my friend/co-host of this show, Shaun, who performed the role of Father in COE, to talk about Children of Eden, the Stephen Schwartz musical, which Wikipedia describes simply as “[a] musical is based on the Book of Genesis, with Act I telling the story of Adam and Eve, Cain, and Abel, while Act II deals with Noah and the Flood.”
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2021-01-262h 00Music SpeaksCrazy for YouHunter and Shaun sit down to discuss the musical Crazy for You!
Crazy for You is a romantic comedy musical with a book by Ken Ludwig, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin. Billed as "The New Gershwin Musical Comedy,” it is primarily based on the songwriting team's 1930 musical Girl Crazy but incorporates songs from several other productions as well. Crazy for You won the 1992 Tony Award (Broadway), 1993 Olivier Award (London), and 1994 Dora Award (Toronto) for Best Musical.
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2021-01-191h 16Music SpeaksThe Proust QuestionnaireHunter and Shaun talk through the Proust Questionnaire (Music Edition). Check it Out!
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2020-12-291h 14Music SpeaksJake Gunnar WalshJake Gunnar Walsh is a composer, performer, and educator from Chepachet, Rhode Island. A recent graduate of Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, he earned a double Masters Degree in Oboe Performance and Music Composition studying oboe with Linda Strommen and Roger Roe, and composition with Claude Baker and David Dzubay. Jake graduated from Ithaca College in 2015 with a double B.M. degree in Oboe Performance and Music Composition, studying oboe with Paige Morgan, and composition with Dana Wilson and Jorge Villavicencio Grossmann. Jake is passionate about premiering and commissioning new works for the Oboe and English Horn, and spe...
2020-12-031h 31Music SpeaksCiara SolbyShaun and Hunter sat down with Ciara Solby, a Master in Music clarinet student at Western Michigan University. Ciara discusses her first semester as a grad student discussing the conditions ensembles and lessons have gone under during the pandemic. We also test her orchestral knowledge on clarinet, Go check it out now!
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2020-12-011h 17Music SpeaksUjjal BhattacharyyaWe sat down with Ujjal Bhattacharyya to discuss what performances are like during COVID, what it is like to collaborate with composers, and the practical nature of becoming an online teacher in this day and age.
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2020-09-251h 13Music SpeaksHello Dolly!I sat down with my co-host, Hunter Sigona to do a deep dive into the acclaimed musical, Hello Dolly!
Hello, Dolly! is a 1964 musical with lyrics and music by Jerry Herman and a book by Michael Stewart, based on Thornton Wilder's 1938 farce The Merchant of Yonkers, which Wilder revised and retitled The Matchmaker in 1955. The musical follows the story of Dolly Gallagher Levi, a strong-willed matchmaker, as she travels to Yonkers, New York, to find a match for the miserly "well-known unmarried half-a-millionaire" Horace Vandergelder.
https://open.spotify.com/album/2cDK1Eg3LONqzmRas1PpkM
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2020-09-221h 08Music SpeaksJulia WolfeWe sat down with composer Nicko Villane and talked about his admiration for the works of modern composer Julia Wolfe.
To hear the music that we discussed with Nicko, here is a link to the pieces:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4hMUNyVWYlE1KVs81eob7e?si=zgZk5YcVQyCZeiV-Fer0Qw
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2020-09-151h 24Music SpeaksThe Impact of COVID-19 on Music EducationWe sat down with a previous guest Valerie Nuzzolo to come to reality with the impact of COVID-19 on Music Education.
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2020-09-1056 minMusic SpeaksDeep Dive 7: The Responsibilities as a Musician and Imposter SyndromeIn this deep dive, we sat down with previous guest Amy Zuidema to tackle the responsibilities as a musician and the impostor syndrome.
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2020-09-081h 09Music SpeaksDeep Dive 6: Louis Armstrong Pt. 2In this episode, we dissect the early career of Louis Armstrong in part 2 of a 5 part series with saxophonist, historian, lecturer, and music educator, Chris Coulter.
A link to the songs we discussed in this segment: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2pmLXVxdjtr3KCQLXlLqHW?si=3hhWPeExRPi7Me7RHDh-mg
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2020-09-081h 07Music SpeaksJessica SmallWe sat down with saxophonist and singer, Jessica Small. We discussed why she became a saxophone player; her love of singing and karoake; and her recent move to Florida for her DMA.
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2020-09-031h 21Music SpeaksColoring in the MelodyWe sat down with Nora and Darlene from "Coloring in the Melody" podcast. We discussed their experiences with music education, and we explored themes presented in their podcast, "Our mission is contributing a different voice in topics such as, music, education, faith, and multiculturalism."
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2020-09-031h 34Music SpeaksDeep Dive 5: Igor StravinskyShaun Rimkunas, your co-host, in this deep dive talks about the influential works of Igor Stravinsky and why he left such a large legacy in classical music.
Here is the link to the playlist with the songs we discussed:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/79GjEYmTa2CbVDKRHGaNDL?si=-NrwmRYUQzWAqUlTRCwKuQ
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2020-09-031h 51Music SpeaksMike TitlebaumWe sat down with arranger, composer, saxophonist, and band leader Mike Titlebaum. We discussed his role as a professor of jazz at Ithaca College; the way he was introduced to jazz at a young age; and his take on big questions in the music world.
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2020-09-012h 37Music SpeaksKaterina BurtonWe sat down with vocalist, Katerina Burton. We explored her time at the Metropolitan Opera; her recent performance of Porgy and Bess (at the Met); and her thoughts on recent events regarding racism, COVID-19, and Cancel Culture.
Here is a Spotify Playlist of her picks:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1sRSZecJKAUsWNkjCwIKpS?si=YkrndqY_QR-UGMMPKeL2jg
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2020-09-011h 35Music SpeaksDeep Dive 4: Afro-Cuban and Non-European RhythmsIn this podcast, we sat down with Dan Monte, who recently graduated with his master's degree from Rutgers in percussion performance. We discussed the roles of Afro-Cuban and non western music traditions.
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2020-08-271h 52Music SpeaksKevin GorenWe sat down with drummer, arranger, producer, and writer Kevin Goren. We discussed his love of being a drummer in a band; what is like to be a successful drummer; and his interesting take on music if it was food...... hypothetically.
To hear his picks, listen hear: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6MThL3NhGtyk68Y9CJEarz?si=3VnvIqn3RzSmELJ70AA7mg
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2020-08-271h 42Music SpeaksDeep Dive 3: Louis Armstrong Pt. 1In this first deep dive in a five part series, we dissect the early career of Louis Armstrong with saxophonist, historian, lecturer, and music educator, Chris Coulter.
To hear his picks of Armstrong's career, listen hear: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2pmLXVxdjtr3KCQLXlLqHW?si=IgKZ_qLZRh6Wdn5jqvlT6Q
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2020-08-251h 13Music SpeaksElizabeth RimkunasI sat down with my mom, who talked about her experiences growing up the 70's music scene, and falling in love with her kids' interests in music.
Here is the link to her picks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5dZK3RpDlNNN5lS8Gsgrkk?si=muGnyiu2SdyZTKEUGGv2OQ
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2020-08-2557 minMusic SpeaksMike PiraneoWe sat down with clarinetist and music educator, Mike Piraneo. We discussed his new fatherhood, his interest in music of a variety of cultures, and the thoughts of Post-COVID life as a teacher.
Here is the link to his picks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60ctU3FNw20OKZHUEe7HJb?si=6sMOYXtRTsWY6oMsyEOhjg
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2020-08-201h 17Music SpeaksJanet RosenWe sat down with oboist, music educator, and professional musician, Janet Rosen. We discussed her classical background as an oboist; her interest in jazz, funk, and folk music; and why she is in demand as a freelance oboist with groups throughout the state of Connecticut.
Here is the link to her picks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/48Hl3qLm8fjz5TgRVACgmq?si=-WqEXIgrTRy9VelDWvi1og
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2020-08-201h 48Music SpeaksGrace & Elise RimkunasI sat down with my sisters, Grace and Elise, to discuss how music bonds people together.
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2020-06-261h 06Music SpeaksShaun RimkunasI sat down with my friend Hunter Sigona in this flipped interview. We talked about my choice to become a trumpet player; my career path as a musician; and my eclectic musical playlist.
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2020-06-261h 42Music SpeaksRobert KinzlerI sat down with Robert Kinzler in this smart and nostalgic interview. We discussed our pasts in high school and our time together in marching band. He also talks about High School Shaun.
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2020-06-1043 minMusic SpeaksElise RimkunasI got to interview my younger sister Elise Rimkunas, challenging her pop music trivia knowledge in this hilarious interview.
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2020-06-0940 minMusic SpeaksGrace RimkunasI sat down with my sister Grace Rimkunas to discuss her new found interest in arts administration; her love of marching band and winter percussion; and her passion for music making with students.
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