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Regarding MusicEp. 68 - Can AI Choir Sound Musical?I've made several AI Demos of my choral compositions and have found that while AI choir is very good at being correct, it usually lacks musicality. I wrote a new choral composition specifically designed to be sung by AI to see just how musical I could get an AI generate choral recording to sound.
2025-03-1315 minRegarding MusicEp. 67 - Building a Career in Music Composition with Nick BatinaIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with composer and violinist Nick Batina about his journey in composition, his stylistic influences, and the challenges of building a career in music. Nick shares valuable insights on the creative process and building a career in music composition.
2025-03-0138 minRegarding MusicEp. 66 - Composing Church Music with Paul GriffinIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Paul Griffin, a Washington D.C. based organist and composer. The discussion focuses on the value of writing approachable music, some of the parallels between composing church music and music for video games, and some insights about composition gained from becoming content creator.
2025-02-2341 minRegarding MusicEp. 65 - Developing a Career as a Freelance Mixing Engineer with Brandon UnisIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard and Brandon Unis discuss Brandon's journey into the world of mixing, the business side of being a self-employed engineer, and the importance of building relationships in the music industry. They discuss ways content creation can drive business outcomes, some of the challenges of identifying as a musician, and some advice for aspiring mixing engineers.
2025-02-0837 minRegarding MusicEp. 64 - Building a Music Teaching Business with Ben NguyenIn this episode of Regarding Music Eric Sheppard and Ben Nguyen explore the world of private music education, teaching, and the evolving landscape of music careers. They discuss the importance of reconnecting with music education, the value of leadership in music education, and lots of great tips to help music teachers starting private studios to find the right students.
2025-02-0546 minRegarding MusicEp. 63 - Three Ways to Compose Easier Choral MusicIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard outlines three key considerations for composing choral music that is easier and more approachable for amateur choirs.
2025-01-2817 minRegarding MusicEp. 62 - What Does it Mean to be a 21st Century Composer with Mathias RehfeldtIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Mathias Rehfeldt, a German composer and organist. They Mathias's work as a composer, ways composers of "Classical" music can leverage technology and social media, and some of the ways AI can (and will) change a composer's workflow.
2025-01-2536 minRegarding MusicEp. 61 - Understanding the Importance of Mentorship in Composition with Shane MickelsenIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with American composer and music director Shane Mickelsen. They discuss Shane's early musical journey, his education choices, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of finding one's own voice in music composition. Shane shares insights on navigating music education, the role of validation in a composer's journey, and the balance between personal expression and audience engagement.
2025-01-2038 minRegarding MusicEp. 60 - Ternary Forms, Composing for Strings, and a Look at the Prelude from Suite for Strings (Op. 7 No.1) by Eric SheppardIn this Episode Eric walks us through a recent composition for String Orchestra that focuses heavily on ternary forms. This discussion provides a look at the piece and a deep dive look at some of the formal structures featured and stylistic choices made in the creation of this piece.
2025-01-1021 minRegarding MusicEp. 60 - Breaking Down Fugal CompositionIn this Episode of Regarding Music, we take deep dive look into the fugal form through analyzing a Fugue Eric wrote over the Christmas season.
2025-01-0915 minRegarding MusicEp. 59 - Discussing Composition and Sharing Your Music on Social Media with Daix AIIn this Episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Daix Ai, a composer and pianist, about her journey in music composition, influences from classical and traditional Chinese music, and striking the balance between modern and traditional styles in modern composition. They discuss the importance of storytelling in music, the challenges of getting performances as a young composer, and the role education plays in a musician's career. Daix shares valuable advice for aspiring composers, emphasizing the need for open-mindedness and the significance of building relationships in the music community.
2025-01-0739 minRegarding MusicEp. 58 - Developing a Sustainable Music Career as a Jazz Pianist with Michael ClementIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric speaks with Michael Clement, an American jazz pianist and composer, about being a generalist in the early stages of a music career, challenges in the music education space, and the need to adapt in the evolving landscape of the music industry. Michael shares his personal experiences transitioning from classical to jazz, the importance of developing multiple income streams, and the need for musicians to think more entrepreneurially about their careers.
2024-12-2659 minRegarding MusicEp. 57 - Building Your Music Teaching Roster Through Social Media with Ben NguyenIn this episode, Eric Sheppard and Ben Nguyen, explore the world of music coaching and education. Ben shares his journey from a music student to a coach, emphasizing the importance of social connections in music. They discuss the challenges of building a music teaching roster, striking the right balance between building a business and realizing artistic fulfillment, and effective marketing strategies for music educators. The conversation also highlights the importance of mentorship, the qualities that make a great music teacher, and the power of word-of-mouth referrals in the music education space.
2024-12-161h 02Regarding MusicEp. 56 - The Intersection of Jazz Music and Social Media with Will LyleIn this episode, Eric Sheppard speaks with jazz double bassist Will Lyle about his journey in music, the impact of social media can have on one’s musical career, and the importance of artistic finding fulfillment. Will shares insights on the necessity of honing one's craft, the evolving landscape of jazz education, and striking the right balance between creativity and business in creating music content.
2024-12-1032 minRegarding MusicEp. 55 - Balancing Artistry and Client Expectations in Composition for Film with Barry J. NeelyIn this episode, Eric Sheppard and Barry J. Neely, a California-based film composer, discuss film music composition, misconceptions about scoring, and the importance of collaboration and communication in the creative process. Barry shares his journey with film scoring, his experiences with directors, and the constant need to balance artistic vision and client needs. The conversation also touches on the impact of budget constraints and the rewarding moments of working in film music. Eric and Barry reflect on personal experiences, career choices, and the value of patience and consistency in achieving artistic goals.
2024-12-051h 15Regarding MusicEp. 54 - Navigating the Opera World with Yosra ZekriIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Yosra Zekri, an opera and Arabic singer, who shares her inspiring journey from Tunisia to international opera stages. She discusses the challenges of pursuing opera, the importance of mentorship, and her experiences with auditions and collaborations.
2024-11-2824 minRegarding MusicEp. 53 - Building a Social Media Following Around your Passion for an Instrument with Logan StokesIn this Episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Logan Stokes, a bassoonist an content creator about his musical journey. The discussion focuses on the challenges of music education, the intricacies of reed making, and the impact of COVID-19 on musical engagement. Logan shares insights on content creation in the music space, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and building connection with audiences. The conversation also highlights the intricacies of storytelling for musicians, the importance of building a personal brand, and the balance between engagement and views in content creation.
2024-11-2541 minRegarding MusicEp. 52 - Becoming Your Own Music Producer with Lee LitvinIn this episode, Eric Sheppard and Lee Litvin discuss the journey of becoming a self-producing artist, the importance of personal growth, and overcoming limiting beliefs. Lee shares his experiences in music production, emphasizing the need for emotional resilience and the significance of putting in the hours to gain confidence. Eric and Lee explore the balance between passion and market needs, the challenges of reinventing oneself as an artist, and the critical role of authenticity in building trust in the digital age.
2024-11-2341 minRegarding MusicEp. 51 - Embracing the Unexpected in the Journey to Becoming a Conductor with Beth TankersleyIn this Episode, Eric Sheppard speaks with Beth Tankersley, a conductor and music director based in Seattle. The discussion focuses on Beth's unexpected journey into conducting, the challenges she faced, the importance of mentorship, and the dynamics of leading a musical group. Beth shares her experiences transitioning from classical music to musical theater, emphasizing the need for engagement and energy in performances. They also explore the cultural differences between classical and musical theater settings, highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of each.
2024-11-2047 minRegarding MusicEp. 50 - Music and Marketing with Katerina PanopoulouIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Katerina Panopoulou, an audio engineer, music producer, and business coach about the importance of business skills for musicians, the significance of understanding one's ideal client, and how perfectionism can impede the creative process.
2024-11-1925 minRegarding MusicEp. 49 - The Changing Landscape of Music Production with Oli JamesIn this episode, Eric Sheppard and Oli James, a UK-based music producer, discuss the role of a music producer, how the landscape of music production has evolved over the years, the increased accessibility of music production technology, the changing social perceptions of musicians, and the importance of soft skills in guiding artists through the creative process. Oli shares his journey from being an artist to becoming a producer, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding in the producer-artist relationship.
2024-11-1657 minRegarding MusicEp. 48 - Discussing Church Music and Composition with Frederik MagleIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Frederik Magle, an organist and composer based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Frederik discusses his eclectic musical journey, his work in church music, collaborations across genres, and the challenge of securing commissions. Eric and Frederik reflect on the impact of COVID-19 on compositions and composers, the importance of networking for emerging composers, the way attitudes towards tonality have changed in the 21st century, and the role of conducting in enhancing one's understanding of choral music.
2024-11-1447 minRegarding MusicEp. 47 - Composing Contemporary Music with Hannah BarnesIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Montreal-based composer Hannah Barnes about her unique approach to composition, the challenges of engaging audiences with contemporary music, and the importance of composers understanding conducting and the rehearsal process. Hannah shares her musical journey, influences, and insights on what makes a good composition teacher and student.
2024-11-1240 minRegarding MusicEp. 46 - Writing Chamber Music and Creating Composition Content with Daniel GarciaIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with clarinetist and composer Daniel Garcia. Daniel discusses his musical influences, the importance of networking, and the challenges of building confidence as a composer. He emphasizes the role of social media in promoting music and offers valuable advice for aspiring composers, encouraging them to explore non-mainstream music and to keep creating.
2024-11-0942 minRegarding MusicEp. 45 - Composing Music for Video Games with Tony ManfredoniaEric Sheppard speaks with Tony Manfredonia, a Michigan-based singer-songwriter and composer about Tony's musical journey, his passion for orchestral sounds, and his transition into composing music for video games. Tony shares insights on his workflow, the importance of networking, and the need for authenticity in professional relationships and emphasizes the significance of finding projects that align with one's personal style and the value of trial and error in the creative process.
2024-11-0750 minRegarding MusicEp. 44 - Building Experience and Grit in Conducting with Dr. Mark TseEric Sheppard speaks with Dr. Mark Tse, a conductor and music educator at the University of Saskatchewan, about the challenges faced by aspiring conductors, the importance of gaining practical experience, and the dynamics of leading rehearsals. Mark shares his personal journey into conducting, some great advice for young conductors, and the importance of self-awareness and personal growth in becoming an effective conductor.
2024-11-0553 minRegarding MusicEp. 43 - How to Create AI Choral MusicIn this Episode Eric outlines AI tools and how to use them that enable an individual singer to create four part choral music.
2024-11-0216 minRegarding MusicEp. 42 - Developing a Virtual Music Production and Coaching Business with Lee LitvinIn this episode, Eric Sheppard speaks with Lee Litvin, a California-based music producer and business coach, about his journey in the music industry. Lee shares his experiences transitioning from an artist to a producer and eventually to a coach, emphasizing the importance of mindset, self-awareness, and networking in achieving success. They discusses the challenges of the music industry, the significance of cold outreach, and the need for musicians to think differently about their careers.
2024-10-2948 minRegarding MusicEp. 41 - Building a Digital Business as a Composer and Music Producer with Z.W. BuckleyIn this episode, Eric Sheppard and Z.W. Buckley, a video game composer, music producer and production coach, discuss the importance of being a generalist in the music industry, the value of professionalism over perfection, and the anxiety that comes with sharing one's work. The conversation also touches on the significance of creating opportunities for others and the dynamics of collaboration and feedback in the creative process.
2024-10-2545 minRegarding MusicEp. 40 - Discussing the Creative Process in Music Composition with Arnaud Spick-SaucierIn this Episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Arnaud Spick-Saucier, a Montreal-based pianist, composer, and mixing engineer. They discuss Arnaud's Journey as a musician, the influence of jazz on his composition style, and the importance of improvisation. They explore the influence of environment on creativity, the tension between being a musician and a content creator, the balance between passion and professionalism, and the challenges of conducting and rehearsals.
2024-10-221h 15Regarding MusicEp. 39 - Building a Career as a Freelance Musician with Barnaby DickinsonIn this episode, Eric Sheppard speaks with Barnaby Dickinson, a UK-based trombone player, about his varied career as a freelance musician. They discuss the importance of networking, building friendships in the industry, and the challenges of being a band leader. Barnaby shares insights on creating opportunities through personal projects and the some the tough realities of running rehearsals and performances. We also delve into the importance of gearing compositions for the right audiences and adapting musical content for various social media platforms.
2024-10-2059 minRegarding MusicEp. 38 - Music Education and Creating Meaningful Performances with Andy HudsonIn this Episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Andy Hudson, a Wisconsin-based clarinetist and music educator, about his journey in music education. They discuss the balance between tradition and innovation in music, the joy and importance of teaching, the role of music in storytelling, and what it means to be a good music student.
2024-10-161h 00Regarding MusicEp. 37 - Understanding Rondo Forms: Analyzing the Rondeau from Suite for String's Op. 7 No. 3 by Eric SheppardIn this episode of Regarding Music Eric walks us through one of his compositions, a Rondo written for string orchestra. In this discussion we discuss what a rondo form is and some of the ways in which rondo forms can be expanded to create longer and more substantial pieces.
2024-10-1319 minRegarding MusicEp. 36 - Conducting Jazz and Broadway Music with Matt PerriIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard and Matt Perri explore the multifaceted world of conducting, discussing Matt's journey from jazz musician to Broadway conductor, the challenges of leading diverse musical groups, and the importance of effective rehearsal techniques. They delve into the balance of authority and approachability in leadership roles, the significance of understanding musicians' backgrounds, and the lessons learned from mistakes in performances.
2024-10-071h 19Regarding MusicEp. 35 - Classical Guitar Meets Electro-Acoustic Music: Releasing the Album "Voyage" with Ben DiamondIn this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with classical guitarist Ben Diamond about his second album, Voyage. They discuss the journey of creating the album, the composers involved, and the importance of collaboration and communication in the music-making process. Ben shares insights on the narratives behind the music, the complexities of performing with electronics, and offers advice for other musicians looking to navigate similar paths in their careers.
2024-10-0348 minRegarding MusicEp. 34 - Growing as a Jazz Musician with Tobias MeinhartTobias Meinhartt is a New York based saxophonist and jazz musician. The discussion with Tobias in this episode of Regarding Music focuses on moving to different countries to pursue music, some of the differences and similarities between learning music in Europe and North America, developing skills in improvising, and the importance of being genuine in one’s approach to music.
2024-09-2738 minRegarding MusicEp. 33 - Building Better Music Businesses with Ed KortEd Kort is music producer who focuses on helping other musicians build their businesses and in this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Ed about some of the difficulties musicians face with regard to creating online businesses, a number of the differences between music and other niches, the role of social media in developing a music business, and some ideas for musicians who are looking to profit from their artistic work.
2024-09-2339 minRegarding MusicEp. 32 - Creating Computer Generated Music with Rafael C.In this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Raphael C, a Brazilian musician who uses computer programs to write music, about creating computer generated music, the technical skills and software involved with creating this music, and some thoughts on the future of AI in Music.
2024-09-1915 minRegarding MusicEp. 31 - Building Community Within a Choir with Cathrie YuenCathrie Yuen is a Vancouver based choral conductor. Our discussion in this episode of Regarding Music focused on such topics as building a community within a choir, rehearsing and performing choral music in different languages, putting one’s musical work on social media, as well as some ideas and advice for young conductors.
2024-09-1455 minRegarding MusicEp. 30 - Performing and Composing Contemporary Music with Jonathan HannauJonathan Hannau is a Chicago based pianist and composer. In this episode of Regarding Music we discuss Jonathan's experiences as a performer and composer, some ways composers can pitch their work to performers in a more compelling way, as well as some tips and advice for marketing and managing a reputation as a freelance musician.
2024-09-1056 minRegarding MusicEp. 29 - Music School: What it was like 60 years ago vs. Today with Dr. D.F. CookIn this episode of Regarding Music we talk with Dr. D.F. Cook, a retired music educator, academic, and church musician, about what attending music school in the 1950s and 1960s was like as well as some of the similarities and differences with studying music at university today.
2024-09-061h 02Regarding MusicEp. 28 - Mixing and Mastering Engineering with Jordan HumphreysJordan Humphreys is a UK based mixing and mastering engineer and in this episode of Regarding Music we discussed what a mixing and mastering engineer does, what value mixing and mastering engineers provide to artists, articulating a value proposition on social media as a musician, and some tips and advice for aspiring mixing and mastering engineers.
2024-08-3132 minRegarding MusicEp. 27 - Music Therapy, Choral Singing, and Church Music with Renata QuijadaRenata Quijada is California based music therapist and choral musician. In this episode of regarding music, our discussion focused on some of the parallels between music therapy and choral conducting, learnings from our experiences in church music, and some tips and advice for aspiring choral musicians.
2024-08-2752 minRegarding MusicEp. 26 - Launching a Career in Music Theatre with Julia DunneJulia Dunne is a St. John’s based Musical Theatre performer and in this episode of Regarding Music we talked about studying music theatre at University, the process of auditioning and getting roles in musicals, as well as some tips and advice for people looking to break into music theatre.
2024-08-2127 minRegarding MusicEp. 25 - Discussing Choral Conducing and Church Music with Celeste ThordarsonCeleste Thordarson is a Toronto based choral conductor and church musician and in this episode of regarding music we discuss some of the practical challenges church musicians face, balancing managing a choir whilst singing in other choirs, and tips and advice for other young conductors.
2024-08-0147 minRegarding MusicEp. 24 - Diving into Composition for Film with Isaac KingshottIsaac Kingshott is a London, Ontario based film composer and this episode of Regarding Music we discussed the differences between composing film music and more abstract music intended to be performed in a concert setting, imposter syndrome in music, paid vs unpaid composition engagements, and learning’s Issac has had from his journey as a composer.
2024-07-221h 02Regarding MusicEp. 23 - Discussing Church Music with Michael PirriMichael Pirri is a Toronto based organist, choral conductor, and church musician. In this episode of regarding music, we discuss Michael's path to becoming a church musician, the importance of gaining exposure to a wide variety of choral repertoire, and some of the unique challenges church musicians face.
2024-07-1946 minRegarding MusicEp. 22 - Building a Rock Band in St. John's with ShepIn this episode of regarding music, we talk with Ian, David, and Brandon from Shep, a St. John's based rock band, about their music, how they formed, the importance of networking in music, and how they've gotten some of their most memorable performances.
2024-07-1243 minRegarding MusicEp. 21 - Freelancing as a Composer with Robert StrobelRobert Strobel is a freelance composer and in this episode of Regarding Music we talk about his experience as a composer, some challenges with landing commissions, ways to overcome those challenges, ideas around marketing new compositions, and some advice for aspiring composers.
2024-07-0641 minRegarding MusicEp. 20 - Building a Side Business Alongside a Musical Career with David EguigurenDavid Eguiguren is a St. John's based pianist and composer who runs an active photography and videography business in addition to his musical career. In this Episode of Regarding Music, David and I talk about the importance of networking, leveraging seemingly unrelated skills to help develop a music career and tips for musicians who want to take better photos.
2024-06-2437 minRegarding MusicEp. 19 - Organizing Choral Performances and Developing a Second Career in Music with Amy DesrosiersAmy Desrosiers is an Ottawa based choral musician and in this episode of Regarding Music, we talk about what it means to be a professional musician, managing a second career in music, some of Amy's experiences with choirs, and some tips and ideas for other choral musicians.
2024-06-1955 minRegarding MusicEp. 18 - Conducting Choirs with Michael DenommeMichael Denomme is a Toronto based choral conductor who works with numerous choirs in the Greater Toronto Area. In this episode of Regarding Music, we talk about some of the differences between working with Children's choirs and conducting choirs in a university setting, the importance of listening for conductors, some of the more difficult vowel sounds for choirs to master, and some tips and advice for other young conductors.
2024-06-1556 minRegarding MusicEp. 17 - Connecting Choral Composers with Sammy StrentSammy Strent is a choral composer and founder of the Collegiate Choral Composition Community, a group whose purpose is to create opportunities for student choral composers. In this episode we talk about the Colligate Choral Compositions Community, Sammy's experience as a choral composer himself, some of the challenges student composers face, and some tips and ideas for choral composers looking to get their work performed for the first time.
2024-06-1138 minRegarding MusicEp. 16 - The Nuances, Challenges, and Unique Experiences of Being a Church Musician with Brent NuevoBrent Nuevo is a Kingston, Ontario based church organist and choral conductor, in this episode of regarding music we talk about some of the nuances and unique challenges of being a church musician, working with choirs, and how the buildings in which we sing impact and influence choral music.
2024-06-061h 12Regarding MusicEp. 15 - Music in the Military with Jim ProwseIn this episode of regarding Music we talk with Jim Prowse, a trumpet player in the Royal Newfoundland Regiment Band and member of the Canadian Armed Forces, about his experiences as a musician in military, some of the differences and similarities between doing music in military and civilian settings, some of the difficulties of performing outdoors, and some tips and advice for musicians who might be interested in a musical career in the Canadian military.
2024-06-0431 minRegarding MusicEp. 14 - Mindset and Attitude Shifts Gained from Conducting with Persio DominguezIn this Episode of Regarding music we talk with Persio Dominguez, a St. John's Based Orchestral Conductor, about some of the mindset and attitude shifts good conductors make and gain through their experiences, learnings from running rehearsals, and some tips and ideas for student conductors to get more experience.
2024-05-311h 15Regarding MusicEp. 13 - Choral Conducting and Composition with Man LiIn this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Man Li, a Vancouver Based choral conductor and composer about how conducting choirs influences his choral compositions, his journey as a choral conductor, and some ideas for other young choir conductors and composers of choral music.
2024-05-2840 minRegarding MusicEp. 12 - Drawing Inspiration from Visual Art in Music Composition with Kaitlin WhiteIn this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Kaitlin White, a composer based out of St. John's, about her experiences as a composer, how visual art influences her work, and some tips and ideas for other young composers.
2024-05-2423 minRegarding MusicEp. 11 - Building Experience as a Wind Band Conductor with Carter GausIn this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Carter Gaus, an aspiring conductor studying instrumental conducting, about his journey as a conductor, some of the nuanced differences between conducting choirs and conducting wind bands, the behind the scenes work conductors do, and some tips and practice ideas for young conductors.
2024-05-1727 minRegarding MusicEp. 10 - Learnings From Singing with Professional Choirs with Sharang SharmaIn this episode of regarding music we talk with Sharang Sharma, a chorister with the Elmer Iseler Singers and Tafelmusik, about Sharang's journey as a musician, ways choral musicians can take their work up a notch, and some learnings from singing with professional choirs.
2024-05-1438 minRegarding MusicEp. 9 - Launching a Career as a Choral Conductor with Ania SuriIn this episode we talk with Ania Suri, an apprentice conductor with the Mississauga Children's Choir and Choir Manager with the MacMillan Singers at the University of Toronto about her experiences working with choirs, lessons learned from working with children's choirs that are transferable to working with other choirs, and some of the challenges of leaving STEM fields to pursue music.
2024-05-0819 minRegarding MusicEp. 8 - Fusing Historical Music and the Avant Garde with Liam KuhnIn this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Liam Kuhn, a composer who borrows ideas from both medieval and avant garde music, about his work, journey as a composer, and advice for young composers who are trying to get their music performed.
2024-05-0631 minRegarding MusicEp. 7 - The Path to Becoming an Orchestral Conductor with Matheus CoelhoIn this Episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Matheus Coelho about orchestral conducting, some of the qualities that make good conductors, and the path to becoming a conductor of a professional orchestra.
2024-04-3028 minRegarding MusicEp. 6 - Understanding Performance Anxiety in Music with Dr. Daniel RamjattanIn this episode of Regarding Music, we talk with Dr. Daniel Ramjattan about performance anxiety in music, his own experience as a performer and music educator, and some ways to get over the pre-recital jitters.
2024-04-2534 minRegarding MusicEp. 5 - Classical Guitar and Performing New Music with Ben DiamondIn this Episode of Regarding Music, we sit down with Ben Diamond, a Montreal based classical guitarist, to talk about what it means to be a classical guitar player, the role of historic music in modern concert programing, some of the new compositions Ben is performing, and a few tips for composers considering writing new works for the guitar.
2024-04-2030 minRegarding MusicEp. 4 - Exploring Electronic Music and Composition for Video Games with Andrew GosseIn this episode of regarding music, we sit down with Andrew Gosse, a composer who writes electronic music for video games to discuss electronic music, breaking into the audio engineering industry, and some of the nuances of writing music for video games.
2024-04-1730 minRegarding MusicEp. 3 - Diving into Double Bass with Matt HardyIn this episode we discuss all things double bass with Matt Hardy, a double bass player in the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra. We talk about Matt's journey as a double bass player, bass repertoire for solo performance, and some of the nuances of playing double bass.
2024-04-1532 minRegarding MusicEp. 2 - Talking Synthesizers and 80's Music with Brian SheppardIn this episode we talk with Brian Sheppard, a synthesizer player with the band "The Record Club", about synthesizers, his experiences playing in bands, and some of the lasting cultural impacts of popular music from the 1980s.
2024-04-1545 minRegarding MusicEp. 1 - Chasing Excellence in Choral Music with Dr. D.F. CookIn this first episode of regarding music, we sit down with Dr. D.F. Cook, a retired choral conductor, music educator, and church musician to discuss the key factors that make choirs and choral conductors successful.
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