The Muse in Music Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:18:42 -0400 http://www.danielperttu.com en-us © 2026 Daniel Perttu yes 630678b2-d64c-5187-96a0-eb5cc4ec33d9 Daniel Perttu episodic false Composer Daniel Perttu talks with orchestra conductors, administrators, and other musicians about what inspires them in their work, particularly as it pertains to the programming of contemporary orchestral music.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Daniel Perttu https://storage.buzzsprout.com/cwv0epyxxpv4bk2gbj72pjsc66gx?.jpg The Muse in Music http://www.danielperttu.com Episode 39: Nick Palmer on Conducting, Creativity, and Bringing New Music to Life Episode 39: Nick Palmer on Conducting, Creativity, and Bringing New Music to Life In this episode, I talk with Nick Palmer, Music Director of the Altoona Symphony and North Charleston POPS!, and conductor of the Evenings Under the Stars Music Festival, about the passion that drives his work as a conductor. We discuss the unique excitement of live performance, the importance of connecting with audiences, and his perspective on building relationships between composers, performers, and listeners.  Nick also shares insights from his background as a composition major, reflects on collaborations with composers, and discusses how organizations can champion new music through initiatives such as composer-in-residence programs and social media outreach. Please join us!

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]]> In this episode, I talk with Nick Palmer, Music Director of the Altoona Symphony and North Charleston POPS!, and conductor of the Evenings Under the Stars Music Festival, about the passion that drives his work as a conductor. We discuss the unique excitement of live performance, the importance of connecting with audiences, and his perspective on building relationships between composers, performers, and listeners.  Nick also shares insights from his background as a composition major, reflects on collaborations with composers, and discusses how organizations can champion new music through initiatives such as composer-in-residence programs and social media outreach. Please join us!

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-19358847 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400 1604 39 full false Episode 38: Tito Muñoz on What Compels a Conductor to Believe in a Composition Episode 38: Tito Muñoz on What Compels a Conductor to Believe in a Composition Please join me as I talk with Tito Muñoz, former music director of the Phoenix Symphony and interim principal conductor of the Cleveland Institute of Music orchestra, as he discusses his journey from violinist to conductor, driven by his interest in leadership and fascination with the conductor's role. He emphasizes the importance of genuine, authentic expression in compositions, whether historical or contemporary.   He also highlights the significance of personal relationships and recommendations in programming living composers. 

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Tito Muñoz, former music director of the Phoenix Symphony and interim principal conductor of the Cleveland Institute of Music orchestra, as he discusses his journey from violinist to conductor, driven by his interest in leadership and fascination with the conductor's role. He emphasizes the importance of genuine, authentic expression in compositions, whether historical or contemporary.   He also highlights the significance of personal relationships and recommendations in programming living composers. 

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-19027039 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1573 38 full false Episode 37: Dirk Meyer on How Conductors balance Risk and Responsibility Episode 37: Dirk Meyer on How Conductors balance Risk and Responsibility Please join me as I talk with Dirk Meyer, Music Director of the Augusta Symphony, Duluth Superior Symphony, and Lyric Opera of the North, as he discusses his passion for conducting, emphasizing the continuous learning and the unique connection with musicians and audiences. He particularly admires late Romantic and Early Modern music, citing composers like Mahler and Strauss. Dirk also appreciates contemporary composers Thomas Adès and Arvo Pärt. He highlights the importance of tailoring programming to different audiences, balancing new music with audience preferences, and building trust through effective communication and preparation. He stresses the need for conductors to be knowledgeable and adaptable to diverse community tastes.

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Dirk Meyer, Music Director of the Augusta Symphony, Duluth Superior Symphony, and Lyric Opera of the North, as he discusses his passion for conducting, emphasizing the continuous learning and the unique connection with musicians and audiences. He particularly admires late Romantic and Early Modern music, citing composers like Mahler and Strauss. Dirk also appreciates contemporary composers Thomas Adès and Arvo Pärt. He highlights the importance of tailoring programming to different audiences, balancing new music with audience preferences, and building trust through effective communication and preparation. He stresses the need for conductors to be knowledgeable and adaptable to diverse community tastes.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18771633 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500 1737 37 full false Episode 36: Robert Moody on How Orchestras Can Evolve Authentically Episode 36: Robert Moody on How Orchestras Can Evolve Authentically Please join me as I talk with Robert Moody, Music Director of the Memphis Symphony, Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, and Arizona MusicFest, as he discusses his passion for conducting, inspired by a childhood experience with the Chicago Symphony.  He emphasizes the importance of diversity in music, citing influences from Mahler to contemporary composers such as Mason Bates.  Moody highlights the need for orchestras to balance tradition with innovation, advocating for authenticity and cross-cultural influences.  He stresses the communal experience of live music and the importance of programming that engages both audiences and musicians.  Check it out below!

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Robert Moody, Music Director of the Memphis Symphony, Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, and Arizona MusicFest, as he discusses his passion for conducting, inspired by a childhood experience with the Chicago Symphony.  He emphasizes the importance of diversity in music, citing influences from Mahler to contemporary composers such as Mason Bates.  Moody highlights the need for orchestras to balance tradition with innovation, advocating for authenticity and cross-cultural influences.  He stresses the communal experience of live music and the importance of programming that engages both audiences and musicians.  Check it out below!

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18714055 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0500 2135 36 full false Episode 35: Concertmaster William Shaub on Artistic Leadership, Collaboration, and New Music Episode 35: Concertmaster William Shaub on Artistic Leadership, Collaboration, and New Music In this episode of The Muse in Music, I speak with violinist William Shaub, concertmaster of the Knoxville Symphony and guest concertmaster of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (UK), Arctic Philharmonic (Norway), and the New Zealand Symphony, about artistic inspiration, leadership from the concertmaster’s chair, and what it means to nurture growth within an orchestra. We dive deeply into collaboration with living composers, discussing bravery, humility, rehearsal psychology, and the shared responsibility performers have to elevate new music. Please join us for a thoughtful, candid conversation about artistry, trust, and why the human side of music-making matters as much as the notes on the page.

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]]> In this episode of The Muse in Music, I speak with violinist William Shaub, concertmaster of the Knoxville Symphony and guest concertmaster of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (UK), Arctic Philharmonic (Norway), and the New Zealand Symphony, about artistic inspiration, leadership from the concertmaster’s chair, and what it means to nurture growth within an orchestra. We dive deeply into collaboration with living composers, discussing bravery, humility, rehearsal psychology, and the shared responsibility performers have to elevate new music. Please join us for a thoughtful, candid conversation about artistry, trust, and why the human side of music-making matters as much as the notes on the page.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18613158 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2410 35 full false Episode 34: Merwin Siu on Transforming Local Pride into National Impact through New Music Episode 34: Merwin Siu on Transforming Local Pride into National Impact through New Music Please join me as I talk with Merwin Siu, Artistic Administrator of Live Arts Toledo and Principal Second Violin of the Toledo Symphony, about how thoughtful programming, local partnerships, and long-term trust shape successful orchestral seasons. Merwin describes programming as a kind of “menu,” balancing the familiar and unfamiliar to create coherent musical experiences that resonate with specific communities. Drawing on projects inspired by Toledo’s astronomy program and regional conservation efforts, he shows how new music can feel both deeply local and broadly universal. The conversation also explores interdisciplinary collaboration and why new music is most effective when it’s integrated into a larger artistic narrative rather than treated as an isolated add-on.

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Merwin Siu, Artistic Administrator of Live Arts Toledo and Principal Second Violin of the Toledo Symphony, about how thoughtful programming, local partnerships, and long-term trust shape successful orchestral seasons. Merwin describes programming as a kind of “menu,” balancing the familiar and unfamiliar to create coherent musical experiences that resonate with specific communities. Drawing on projects inspired by Toledo’s astronomy program and regional conservation efforts, he shows how new music can feel both deeply local and broadly universal. The conversation also explores interdisciplinary collaboration and why new music is most effective when it’s integrated into a larger artistic narrative rather than treated as an isolated add-on.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18475782 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1595 34 full false Episode 33: Geoffrey Robson on Bridging Tradition and Today's Sound Worlds in Orchestral Music Episode 33: Geoffrey Robson on Bridging Tradition and Today's Sound Worlds in Orchestral Music Please join me as I talk with Jeffrey Robson, Music Director of the Arkansas Symphony, about his musical inspirations and experiences. Geoffrey, a former violinist, discusses his love for symphonic music, particularly from the Romantic and early 20th-century eras, and his admiration for composers like Tchaikovsky, Strauss, and Mahler. He highlights the importance of being a generalist in music and his appreciation for contemporary composers like Thomas Adès. Geoffrey emphasizes the collaborative relationship between conductors and living composers, noting the dynamic process of creating and performing new music.  

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Jeffrey Robson, Music Director of the Arkansas Symphony, about his musical inspirations and experiences. Geoffrey, a former violinist, discusses his love for symphonic music, particularly from the Romantic and early 20th-century eras, and his admiration for composers like Tchaikovsky, Strauss, and Mahler. He highlights the importance of being a generalist in music and his appreciation for contemporary composers like Thomas Adès. Geoffrey emphasizes the collaborative relationship between conductors and living composers, noting the dynamic process of creating and performing new music.  

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18275835 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 19:00:00 -0500 1763 full false Episode 32: Chad Goodman on Finding the Music's Truth and Orchestral Programming Episode 32: Chad Goodman on Finding the Music's Truth and Orchestral Programming Please join me as I talk with Chad Goodman, Music Director of the Elgin Symphony, as he discusses his journey from trumpet playing to conducting, inspired by a transformative experience with Dvorak's New World Symphony. He emphasizes the deep connection and authenticity required in conducting and highlights his love for Beethoven, Sibelius, and various living composers. We talk about the importance of  engaging audiences with new music, using pre-concert talks and innovative programming to bridge the gap between contemporary and classical works.  Please listen and watch below!

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Chad Goodman, Music Director of the Elgin Symphony, as he discusses his journey from trumpet playing to conducting, inspired by a transformative experience with Dvorak's New World Symphony. He emphasizes the deep connection and authenticity required in conducting and highlights his love for Beethoven, Sibelius, and various living composers. We talk about the importance of  engaging audiences with new music, using pre-concert talks and innovative programming to bridge the gap between contemporary and classical works.  Please listen and watch below!

https://www.chadgoodmanmusic.com/

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18171077 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2003 32 full false Episode 31: Holly Mulcahy on Reimagining the Connection between Orchestras and Audiences Episode 31: Holly Mulcahy on Reimagining the Connection between Orchestras and Audiences Please join me as I talk with violin soloist Holly Mulcahy, who is also concertmaster of the Wichita Symphony, about her work in audience engagement. Holly discusses her background coming from a family that was not deeply into "classical" music and how this informs her approach to making classical music accessible. She highlights the importance of inviting non-musical families to concerts and providing value beyond just performance. We also talk about her super-popular Rose of Sonora violin concerto, which combines film narrative with live performance, and her collaboration with Dan on the Stealing from Birds concerto, which incorporates bird calls and themes into the fabric of the piece.

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]]> Please join me as I talk with violin soloist Holly Mulcahy, who is also concertmaster of the Wichita Symphony, about her work in audience engagement. Holly discusses her background coming from a family that was not deeply into "classical" music and how this informs her approach to making classical music accessible. She highlights the importance of inviting non-musical families to concerts and providing value beyond just performance. We also talk about her super-popular Rose of Sonora violin concerto, which combines film narrative with live performance, and her collaboration with Dan on the Stealing from Birds concerto, which incorporates bird calls and themes into the fabric of the piece.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-18133973 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1550 31 full false Episode 30: Michael O'Neal and Reece Windjack on Building Community through Choral Music Episode 30: Michael O'Neal and Reece Windjack on Building Community through Choral Music Please join me as I talk with Michael O'Neal, founder and artistic director of The Michael O'Neal Singers, and Reece Windjack, the ensemble’s assistant and cover conductor, about what inspires them in their work. Michael reflects on formative influences from Leonard Bernstein and Robert Shaw, emphasizing storytelling, preparedness, and connecting deeply with audiences. Reece brings a Gen Z perspective, highlighting mentorship, diverse repertoire, and the role of choral music in fostering possibility and community. Together, they discuss championing living composers, reimagining classics, and shaping the future of live performance in a post-pandemic world.

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Michael O'Neal, founder and artistic director of The Michael O'Neal Singers, and Reece Windjack, the ensemble’s assistant and cover conductor, about what inspires them in their work. Michael reflects on formative influences from Leonard Bernstein and Robert Shaw, emphasizing storytelling, preparedness, and connecting deeply with audiences. Reece brings a Gen Z perspective, highlighting mentorship, diverse repertoire, and the role of choral music in fostering possibility and community. Together, they discuss championing living composers, reimagining classics, and shaping the future of live performance in a post-pandemic world.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-17952635 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2421 30 full false Episode 29: Larry Loh on Living Composers, Film Scores, and Audience Connection Episode 29: Larry Loh on Living Composers, Film Scores, and Audience Connection Please join me as I talk with Larry Loh, Music Director of the Waco Symphony and Conductor Laureate of the Syracuse Orchestra, who shares what inspires him on the podium.  We explore how narrative elements help audiences connect with new music, the influences of film scoring, and the challenges of programming contemporary works in traditional concert settings.  Included also are insights on engaging audiences through pre-concert talks and demos.

]]> Please join me as I talk with Larry Loh, Music Director of the Waco Symphony and Conductor Laureate of the Syracuse Orchestra, who shares what inspires him on the podium.  We explore how narrative elements help audiences connect with new music, the influences of film scoring, and the challenges of programming contemporary works in traditional concert settings.  Included also are insights on engaging audiences through pre-concert talks and demos.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-17795895 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2322 29 full false Episode 28: Adam Johnson on Musical Inspiration, Transcendence, and Working with Living Composers Episode 28: Adam Johnson on Musical Inspiration, Transcendence, and Working with Living Composers In this episode, I talk about musical inspiration, transcendence, and the process of working with living composers with Adam Johnson, the Music Director of the Baton Rouge Symphony and Guelph Symphony.  Among many other things, we discuss how programming design that includes new music invites audiences in and moves them beyond their ordinary lives.

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]]> In this episode, I talk about musical inspiration, transcendence, and the process of working with living composers with Adam Johnson, the Music Director of the Baton Rouge Symphony and Guelph Symphony.  Among many other things, we discuss how programming design that includes new music invites audiences in and moves them beyond their ordinary lives.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-17775934 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400 2843 38 full false Episode 27: Ted Nelson on Incorporating New Music into Artistic Planning for Orchestras Episode 27: Ted Nelson on Incorporating New Music into Artistic Planning for Orchestras In this episode, I talk with Ted Nelson, Vice President of Artistic Planning and Operations at the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, about musical inspiration and how this influences artistic planning of new music for performances by orchestras in the 2020s and beyond.

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]]> In this episode, I talk with Ted Nelson, Vice President of Artistic Planning and Operations at the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance, about musical inspiration and how this influences artistic planning of new music for performances by orchestras in the 2020s and beyond.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-17249982 Thu, 29 May 2025 17:00:00 -0400 2653 27 full false Episode 26: Stephen Gunzenhauser on his Career as the Fifth Most-Recorded American Conductor and the Inspirations behind his Work Episode 26: Stephen Gunzenhauser on his Career as the Fifth Most-Recorded American Conductor and the Inspirations behind his Work Please join me as I talk with Stephen Gunzenhauser, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Endless Mountain Music Festival and former Music Director of the Lancaster and Delaware Symphonies, about his long career and its unique focus on the classical music recording industry.  Maestro Gunzenhauser is the fifth most-recorded American conductor, having recorded for Naxos and other labels.  He also tells of how he worked with orchestras behind the Iron Curtain before the fall of communism in Eastern Europe.  We discuss various sources of inspiration in his work as well as how new music fits into his programming, particularly now at the Endless Mountain Music Festival.  Please join us!

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Stephen Gunzenhauser, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Endless Mountain Music Festival and former Music Director of the Lancaster and Delaware Symphonies, about his long career and its unique focus on the classical music recording industry.  Maestro Gunzenhauser is the fifth most-recorded American conductor, having recorded for Naxos and other labels.  He also tells of how he worked with orchestras behind the Iron Curtain before the fall of communism in Eastern Europe.  We discuss various sources of inspiration in his work as well as how new music fits into his programming, particularly now at the Endless Mountain Music Festival.  Please join us!

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16932853 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1748 26 full false Spinoff Episode 4 [Strategic Orchestra Programming] - Brett Mitchell on Creative Connections between Standard and New Repertoire Spinoff Episode 4 [Strategic Orchestra Programming] - Brett Mitchell on Creative Connections between Standard and New Repertoire Please join me as I talk with Brett Mitchell, Music Director of the Pasadena Symphony and Artistic Director & Conductor of the Sunriver Music Festival, about his approach to programming strategically for orchestras.  He loves drawing creative connections across music history and compositional style which yields unified programs where classic "masterworks" are seamlessly presented alongside those of living composers.  Join us for a conversation about how he pulls off this programming wizardry!

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Brett Mitchell, Music Director of the Pasadena Symphony and Artistic Director & Conductor of the Sunriver Music Festival, about his approach to programming strategically for orchestras.  He loves drawing creative connections across music history and compositional style which yields unified programs where classic "masterworks" are seamlessly presented alongside those of living composers.  Join us for a conversation about how he pulls off this programming wizardry!

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16700956 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0500 1712 full false Spinoff Episode 3 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Matthew Kraemer on Creative Programming for Diverse Audiences in New Orleans and Indianapolis Spinoff Episode 3 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Matthew Kraemer on Creative Programming for Diverse Audiences in New Orleans and Indianapolis In this episode, I talk with Matthew Kraemer, Music Director of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, about how he leads the programming of music for these two very different orchestras in unique communities.  In Louisiana, he blends local talent from many different genres, and in Indianapolis, he pushes the boundaries with innovative new music.  Please join us as we talk about the artistic priorities that Matthew manages as he works through his programming puzzles for his orchestras.

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]]> In this episode, I talk with Matthew Kraemer, Music Director of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, about how he leads the programming of music for these two very different orchestras in unique communities.  In Louisiana, he blends local talent from many different genres, and in Indianapolis, he pushes the boundaries with innovative new music.  Please join us as we talk about the artistic priorities that Matthew manages as he works through his programming puzzles for his orchestras.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16600096 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0500 1578 full false Spinoff Episode 2 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Francesco Lecce-Chong on Planning Programs with Complementary Pieces that Inspire Communities Spinoff Episode 2 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Francesco Lecce-Chong on Planning Programs with Complementary Pieces that Inspire Communities Please join me as I talk with Francesco Lecce-Chong, the Music Director of the Santa Rosa Symphony on my spinoff series on strategic orchestra programming.  Francesco was previously a guest on the "Muse in Music" when it was a blog, and I'm thrilled that he has returned to talk about how he balances programming standard repertoire with new and under-heard compositions.  In his programming, he strives to select pieces so that they complement each other in a concert.  We also discuss how he considers post-concert surveys and audience reactions to his programming.  Please join us for this behind-the-scenes conversation about how a conductor builds programs for orchestra patrons!

]]> Please join me as I talk with Francesco Lecce-Chong, the Music Director of the Santa Rosa Symphony on my spinoff series on strategic orchestra programming.  Francesco was previously a guest on the "Muse in Music" when it was a blog, and I'm thrilled that he has returned to talk about how he balances programming standard repertoire with new and under-heard compositions.  In his programming, he strives to select pieces so that they complement each other in a concert.  We also discuss how he considers post-concert surveys and audience reactions to his programming.  Please join us for this behind-the-scenes conversation about how a conductor builds programs for orchestra patrons!

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16545298 Sat, 01 Feb 2025 18:00:00 -0500 2357 26 full false Episode 25: Nic McGegan on his Long, Distinguished, and Eclectic Career as a Conductor Episode 25: Nic McGegan on his Long, Distinguished, and Eclectic Career as a Conductor Please join me as I talk with conductor Nicholas McGegan about his long, celebrated career.  From his early days at Cambridge University through his transition to the United States, Maestro McGegan’s career has taken interesting and surprising turns.  While he has spent a lot of his career conducting Baroque music, he also regularly conducts music from the Classical and Romantic Eras, and has also presented works of contemporary music.  In this episode, we talk about the fascinating development of his career and various influential musicians he has known, from Benjamin Britten to Christopher Hogwood and Roger Norrington.  Please join us!

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]]> Please join me as I talk with conductor Nicholas McGegan about his long, celebrated career.  From his early days at Cambridge University through his transition to the United States, Maestro McGegan’s career has taken interesting and surprising turns.  While he has spent a lot of his career conducting Baroque music, he also regularly conducts music from the Classical and Romantic Eras, and has also presented works of contemporary music.  In this episode, we talk about the fascinating development of his career and various influential musicians he has known, from Benjamin Britten to Christopher Hogwood and Roger Norrington.  Please join us!

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16410300 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0500 3991 25 full false Episode 24: Dan Perttu on his Compositional Process as Seen Through the Framework of Myers Briggs Personality Type Episode 24: Dan Perttu on his Compositional Process as Seen Through the Framework of Myers Briggs Personality Type Have you ever wondered how your personality might influence the way you create? In this episode of The Muse in Music, I explore the Myers-Briggs Personality Type system and how it provides deep insights into my creative process as a composer.

As an INTJ, my compositional journey is guided by introverted intuition (Ni), a cognitive function that helps me develop musical ideas from abstract patterns, imagery, and other-worldly feelings. From envisioning long-term structures to weaving emotional depth into my work, I share how my personality type shapes every step of my music-making process.

I'll discuss how other types might approach composing differently—such as extraverted intuitive dominant improvisers or introverted thinking driven logicians—and how understanding your own type can unlock new levels of creativity. Plus, I reflect on how balancing my dominant traits with moments of sensory engagement (Se) and emotional resonance (Fi) leads to a more integrated and powerful creative flow.

Tune in for a fascinating dive into personality and music, and discover how understanding your Myers-Briggs type might illuminate your own artistic journey.

What’s your Myers-Briggs type, and how does it shape your creativity? Share your thoughts, and let’s explore together!

]]> Have you ever wondered how your personality might influence the way you create? In this episode of The Muse in Music, I explore the Myers-Briggs Personality Type system and how it provides deep insights into my creative process as a composer.

As an INTJ, my compositional journey is guided by introverted intuition (Ni), a cognitive function that helps me develop musical ideas from abstract patterns, imagery, and other-worldly feelings. From envisioning long-term structures to weaving emotional depth into my work, I share how my personality type shapes every step of my music-making process.

I'll discuss how other types might approach composing differently—such as extraverted intuitive dominant improvisers or introverted thinking driven logicians—and how understanding your own type can unlock new levels of creativity. Plus, I reflect on how balancing my dominant traits with moments of sensory engagement (Se) and emotional resonance (Fi) leads to a more integrated and powerful creative flow.

Tune in for a fascinating dive into personality and music, and discover how understanding your Myers-Briggs type might illuminate your own artistic journey.

What’s your Myers-Briggs type, and how does it shape your creativity? Share your thoughts, and let’s explore together!

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16382613 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0500 2655 24 full false Episode 23: Carl Topilow on the Craft of Conducting and Sources of Inspiration Episode 23: Carl Topilow on the Craft of Conducting and Sources of Inspiration In this episode, I talk with Carl Topilow, Music Director of the Firelands Symphony and Founding Conductor of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, about the craft of conducting and what inspires him about his work.  We also discuss his approach to working with living composers.

]]> In this episode, I talk with Carl Topilow, Music Director of the Firelands Symphony and Founding Conductor of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, about the craft of conducting and what inspires him about his work.  We also discuss his approach to working with living composers.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16345046 Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0500 1798 23 full false Episode 22: Thomas Morris on his New Book - Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for Orchestras Episode 22: Thomas Morris on his New Book - Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for Orchestras Please join me as I talk with Thomas Morris, former chief executive leader of The Cleveland Orchestra and Boston Symphony and current Artistic Director of the Ojai Music Festival, about his new book, Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for Orchestras.  We talk about challenges facing major orchestra institutions today and how “leading with the music” can ensure their long-term success; the essence of visionary leadership; and how music institutions can balance creativity with inevitable bureaucratization.

Information on Mr. Morris's new book can be found here:

https://www.alwaysthemusic.com/

More information on Mr. Morris himself can be found here:

https://www.alwaysthemusic.com/about

Information on composer and podcast host Dan Perttu can be found here:
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]]> Please join me as I talk with Thomas Morris, former chief executive leader of The Cleveland Orchestra and Boston Symphony and current Artistic Director of the Ojai Music Festival, about his new book, Always the Music: How a Lifelong Passion Framed a Future for Orchestras.  We talk about challenges facing major orchestra institutions today and how “leading with the music” can ensure their long-term success; the essence of visionary leadership; and how music institutions can balance creativity with inevitable bureaucratization.

Information on Mr. Morris's new book can be found here:

https://www.alwaysthemusic.com/

More information on Mr. Morris himself can be found here:

https://www.alwaysthemusic.com/about

Information on composer and podcast host Dan Perttu can be found here:
www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16289665 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1696 22 full false Spinoff Episode 1 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Lawrence Golan on Thematic Programming, Psycho, and John Williams Spinoff Episode 1 [Strategic Orchestra Programming]: Lawrence Golan on Thematic Programming, Psycho, and John Williams Please join me as I welcome Lawrence Golan, Music Director of the Yakima and York Symphonies, back on my new spinoff episode from my Muse in Music Podcast! These spinoff episodes are on strategic orchestra programming.  Lawrence shares his insights, focusing on creating thematic concerts and seasons that resonate with both universal and community-specific audiences.  We discuss the importance of balance in programming, and how he is able to pull off pairing music from Bernard Herrmann's score for Psycho with scores by John Williams and Haydn.

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]]> Please join me as I welcome Lawrence Golan, Music Director of the Yakima and York Symphonies, back on my new spinoff episode from my Muse in Music Podcast! These spinoff episodes are on strategic orchestra programming.  Lawrence shares his insights, focusing on creating thematic concerts and seasons that resonate with both universal and community-specific audiences.  We discuss the importance of balance in programming, and how he is able to pull off pairing music from Bernard Herrmann's score for Psycho with scores by John Williams and Haydn.

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]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16217101 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:00:00 -0500 1236 full false Episode 21: Diane Wittry on Inspiration and How Living Composers Fit into her Programming Episode 21: Diane Wittry on Inspiration and How Living Composers Fit into her Programming Composer Dan Perttu talks with Diane Wittry, Music Director of the Allentown Symphony and Garden State Philharmonic, about what inspires her in her work.  They also talk about her approach to programming new music and what composers need to think about when preparing their music for orchestras.  Give this a listen to take advantage of Maestra Wittry's wealth of knowledge in the field!


]]> Composer Dan Perttu talks with Diane Wittry, Music Director of the Allentown Symphony and Garden State Philharmonic, about what inspires her in her work.  They also talk about her approach to programming new music and what composers need to think about when preparing their music for orchestras.  Give this a listen to take advantage of Maestra Wittry's wealth of knowledge in the field!


]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-16130853 Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:00:00 -0500 2341 21 full false Episode 20: Wilbur Lin on Storytelling through Programming both New and Familiar Orchestral Music Episode 20: Wilbur Lin on Storytelling through Programming both New and Familiar Orchestral Music I am super excited to be talking with Wilbur Lin, Music Director of the Missouri Symphony and Associate Conductor of the Colorado Symphony, about how he constructs creative narratives through programming both new and standard repertoire for orchestra.  We discuss what inspires him in his work and how he conveys that enthusiasm to his audiences.

]]> I am super excited to be talking with Wilbur Lin, Music Director of the Missouri Symphony and Associate Conductor of the Colorado Symphony, about how he constructs creative narratives through programming both new and standard repertoire for orchestra.  We discuss what inspires him in his work and how he conveys that enthusiasm to his audiences.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15986867 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 1431 20 full false Episode 19: Matthew Troy on Inspiring Audiences with Creative Programming and New Music Episode 19: Matthew Troy on Inspiring Audiences with Creative Programming and New Music In this episode, I talk with Matthew Troy, the Music Director of the Western Piedmont Symphony, about what inspires him in his work, from detailed study of musical scores to connecting the music with his audiences.  We cover his creative approach to programming and how he incorporates new music into the offerings of the Western Piedmont Symphony.

]]> In this episode, I talk with Matthew Troy, the Music Director of the Western Piedmont Symphony, about what inspires him in his work, from detailed study of musical scores to connecting the music with his audiences.  We cover his creative approach to programming and how he incorporates new music into the offerings of the Western Piedmont Symphony.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15915146 Sat, 12 Oct 2024 21:00:00 -0400 1936 19 full false Episode 18: Christopher James Lees on the Great Opportunities in Programming Current Orchestral Music Episode 18: Christopher James Lees on the Great Opportunities in Programming Current Orchestral Music In this episode, I talk with Christopher James Lees, Resident Conductor of the Charlotte Symphony and Music Director of the Rock Hill Symphony, about his eclectic tastes in music, his enthusiasm for the diverse voices in new music, and the various kinds of music that inspire him in his work.  Please join us for his unique and fresh perspectives on how he selects music for programming.

More information on Maestro Lees can be found here:  https://www.christopherjameslees.com/

More information on Daniel Perttu can be found here:  www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this episode, I talk with Christopher James Lees, Resident Conductor of the Charlotte Symphony and Music Director of the Rock Hill Symphony, about his eclectic tastes in music, his enthusiasm for the diverse voices in new music, and the various kinds of music that inspire him in his work.  Please join us for his unique and fresh perspectives on how he selects music for programming.

More information on Maestro Lees can be found here:  https://www.christopherjameslees.com/

More information on Daniel Perttu can be found here:  www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15884637 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2449 18 full false Episode 17: Teddy Abrams on Resident Composers and How They Can Strengthen Orchestras Episode 17: Teddy Abrams on Resident Composers and How They Can Strengthen Orchestras In this episode, I talk with Teddy Abrams, Music Director of the Louisville Orchestra, about this orchestra's long and rich relationship with programming contemporary music.  Teddy highlights the Louisville Orchestra Creators Corps, which brings three composers to Louisville where they work as orchestra staff members, receiving a salary and benefits.  They compose new pieces for the orchestra and are deeply involved in the community.  Teddy and I talk about how this program enhances the Louisville Orchestra's relationship to the community.

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]]> In this episode, I talk with Teddy Abrams, Music Director of the Louisville Orchestra, about this orchestra's long and rich relationship with programming contemporary music.  Teddy highlights the Louisville Orchestra Creators Corps, which brings three composers to Louisville where they work as orchestra staff members, receiving a salary and benefits.  They compose new pieces for the orchestra and are deeply involved in the community.  Teddy and I talk about how this program enhances the Louisville Orchestra's relationship to the community.

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www.louisvilleorchestra.org

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15736113 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0400 1925 17 full false Episode 16: Daniel Black on How New Music Can Inspire Broad Audiences Episode 16: Daniel Black on How New Music Can Inspire Broad Audiences Please join me as I talk with conductor Daniel Black about his varied tastes in music, his passion for the Romantic Era in music history, his enthusiasm for contemporary composers such Gabriela Lena Frank and Kevin Puts, and how new music can inspire broad audiences. 

To find out more about Daniel Black, check out his YouTube page by CLICKING HERE.

To find out more about Daniel Perttu, please CLICK HERE.

]]> Please join me as I talk with conductor Daniel Black about his varied tastes in music, his passion for the Romantic Era in music history, his enthusiasm for contemporary composers such Gabriela Lena Frank and Kevin Puts, and how new music can inspire broad audiences. 

To find out more about Daniel Black, check out his YouTube page by CLICKING HERE.

To find out more about Daniel Perttu, please CLICK HERE.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15794495 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2609 16 full false Episode 15: Matthew Aubin on the Complexity of Programming for Multiple Orchestras Episode 15: Matthew Aubin on the Complexity of Programming for Multiple Orchestras Please join me as I talk with Matthew Aubin, the Music Director of the Jackson Symphony and Southwest Michigan Symphony, and the Artistic Director of the Chelsea Symphony. He and I talk about what inspires him in his work, his varied and eclectic tastes and preferences in canonical and new music, and the complexity of programming for multiple orchestras. Please join us for this stimulating conversation!

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]]> Please join me as I talk with Matthew Aubin, the Music Director of the Jackson Symphony and Southwest Michigan Symphony, and the Artistic Director of the Chelsea Symphony. He and I talk about what inspires him in his work, his varied and eclectic tastes and preferences in canonical and new music, and the complexity of programming for multiple orchestras. Please join us for this stimulating conversation!

www.matthewaubin.com

www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15664540 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1995 15 full false Episode 14: Carolyn Watson on Creative Programming of New Music by Diverse and Underrepresented Composers Episode 14: Carolyn Watson on Creative Programming of New Music by Diverse and Underrepresented Composers Please join me as I talk with conductor Carolyn Watson about what inspires her in her work and her innovative approaches to orchestral programming.  She develops unique approaches to programming that includes music by diverse and underrepresented composers, and combines that music with standard repertoire in creative ways.

Check out Dan Perttu's music at www.danielperttu.com

Check out Carolyn Watson's webpage at www.carolyn-watson.com

]]> Please join me as I talk with conductor Carolyn Watson about what inspires her in her work and her innovative approaches to orchestral programming.  She develops unique approaches to programming that includes music by diverse and underrepresented composers, and combines that music with standard repertoire in creative ways.

Check out Dan Perttu's music at www.danielperttu.com

Check out Carolyn Watson's webpage at www.carolyn-watson.com

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15591168 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0400 1837 14 full false Episode 13: Matthew Wardell on Inspiration, Programming, and New Music at the Ocala Symphony Episode 13: Matthew Wardell on Inspiration, Programming, and New Music at the Ocala Symphony For this episode, I talk with Matthew Wardell, the Music Director of the Ocala Symphony, about what inspires him in his work, how he programs for the Ocala Symphony, and how new music plays a role in his programming. In particular, we talk about how he engages this audience in this process by humanizing the composers.

]]> For this episode, I talk with Matthew Wardell, the Music Director of the Ocala Symphony, about what inspires him in his work, how he programs for the Ocala Symphony, and how new music plays a role in his programming. In particular, we talk about how he engages this audience in this process by humanizing the composers.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15430320 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1732 13 full false Episode 12: Jeffrey Biegel on the Inspiring Process of Collaborating with Living Composers Episode 12: Jeffrey Biegel on the Inspiring Process of Collaborating with Living Composers
In this episode, I talk with Jeffrey Biegel, an extraordinary pianist who champions the work of living composers. He has performed as a soloist with hundreds of orchestras and has performed 25 commissioned projects by living composers.  In this interview, we talk about what inspires him in his work, his commissioning projects, and how commissioning projects with composers, pianists, and orchestras have developed and will continue to evolve.

]]>
In this episode, I talk with Jeffrey Biegel, an extraordinary pianist who champions the work of living composers. He has performed as a soloist with hundreds of orchestras and has performed 25 commissioned projects by living composers.  In this interview, we talk about what inspires him in his work, his commissioning projects, and how commissioning projects with composers, pianists, and orchestras have developed and will continue to evolve.

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15400771 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2392 12 full false Toshi Shimada on New Music that Speaks to the Heart and Mind Toshi Shimada on New Music that Speaks to the Heart and Mind In this interview, I talk with Maestro Toshi Shimada, music director of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony, The Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes, and the New Britain Symphony, about what is inspiring to him in his work, and he shares how the best contemporary music for him is new music that speaks to his heart. We also talk about how the best music combines both the emotional content and craft, and we discuss his diverse background and experiences, and how that informs his own views on programming music of composers from diverse backgrounds. Please join us!

]]> In this interview, I talk with Maestro Toshi Shimada, music director of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony, The Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes, and the New Britain Symphony, about what is inspiring to him in his work, and he shares how the best contemporary music for him is new music that speaks to his heart. We also talk about how the best music combines both the emotional content and craft, and we discuss his diverse background and experiences, and how that informs his own views on programming music of composers from diverse backgrounds. Please join us!

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15394337 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2606 11 full false Andrew Crust on Programming, Diversity, and the Meaning of "Relevance" Andrew Crust on Programming, Diversity, and the Meaning of "Relevance" Please join me as I interview conductor Andrew Crust, Music Director of the Vermont Symphony and Lima Symphony Orchestra (Ohio). We discuss what inspires him in his work and cover how he programs new music along with the classics. As we talk, the concept of keeping programming "relevant" for audiences arises, and Andrew goes into depth about the meaning of "relevance."

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Please join me as I interview conductor Andrew Crust, Music Director of the Vermont Symphony and Lima Symphony Orchestra (Ohio). We discuss what inspires him in his work and cover how he programs new music along with the classics. As we talk, the concept of keeping programming "relevant" for audiences arises, and Andrew goes into depth about the meaning of "relevance."

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / Andrew Crust Buzzsprout-15265792 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 2676 #conductor, #composer, #orchestra, #diversity, #relevance 10 full false Jessica Satava on Co-Creation between Orchestras, Composers, and Audiences Jessica Satava on Co-Creation between Orchestras, Composers, and Audiences On this episode, I talk with Jessica Satava, the Executive Director of the Greenville Symphony in South Carolina, about the process of co-creation between orchestras, composers, and audiences. We cover how orchestras have to balance fulfilling audience demand for the classics while introducing new music, particularly contemporary music that is relevant to the region of the orchestra. 

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]]> On this episode, I talk with Jessica Satava, the Executive Director of the Greenville Symphony in South Carolina, about the process of co-creation between orchestras, composers, and audiences. We cover how orchestras have to balance fulfilling audience demand for the classics while introducing new music, particularly contemporary music that is relevant to the region of the orchestra. 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / Jessica Satava Buzzsprout-15265524 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400 2162 #composer, #artisticplanning, #artistic, #planning, #orchestra 9 full false Nate Bachhuber on Artistic Planning for Orchestras in the 2020's Nate Bachhuber on Artistic Planning for Orchestras in the 2020's In this episode, I talk with Nate Bachhuber, the  Vice President of Artistic Planning at the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) in 2022-23 and earlier, about his approaches to artistic planning at the CSO, particularly as they pertain to the music of living composers. We discuss where the field of orchestral music might be heading and the extent to which orchestras are now striving to make their programming more relevant to their audiences. Nate talks specifically about what the CSO has been doing to this end.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this episode, I talk with Nate Bachhuber, the  Vice President of Artistic Planning at the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) in 2022-23 and earlier, about his approaches to artistic planning at the CSO, particularly as they pertain to the music of living composers. We discuss where the field of orchestral music might be heading and the extent to which orchestras are now striving to make their programming more relevant to their audiences. Nate talks specifically about what the CSO has been doing to this end.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / Nate Bachhuber Buzzsprout-15265355 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400 2249 #composer, #artisticplanning, #artistic, #planning, #orchestra 8 full false Keitaro Harada on New Music in Local and International Communities Keitaro Harada on New Music in Local and International Communities In this episode of my Muse in Music Podcast, I talk with Keitaro Harada, the Music and Artistic Director of the Savannah Philharmonic and Permanent Conductor of the Tokyo Symphony, about his multicultural background that includes both America and Japan and how he incorporates new music from both American and Japanese composers into his programming in the various cities in which he works on both sides of the Pacific.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this episode of my Muse in Music Podcast, I talk with Keitaro Harada, the Music and Artistic Director of the Savannah Philharmonic and Permanent Conductor of the Tokyo Symphony, about his multicultural background that includes both America and Japan and how he incorporates new music from both American and Japanese composers into his programming in the various cities in which he works on both sides of the Pacific.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / Keitaro Harada Buzzsprout-15264984 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0400 2671 #conductor, #composer, #orchestra, #community 7 full false Carlos Izcaray on Diversity of Composers and Paths to the Future for Orchestras Carlos Izcaray on Diversity of Composers and Paths to the Future for Orchestras In this episode of the Muse in Music Podcast, I talk with Carlos Izcaray, the Music Director of the Alabama Symphony, on what inspires him about his work; how important the concept of "balance" in the arts is to creators and audiences; how to find new music for audiences that is the "right kind of challenge"; and the increasing diversity of composers in the present and what "diversity" means, including diversity of origins and diversity of paths in life.

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]]> In this episode of the Muse in Music Podcast, I talk with Carlos Izcaray, the Music Director of the Alabama Symphony, on what inspires him about his work; how important the concept of "balance" in the arts is to creators and audiences; how to find new music for audiences that is the "right kind of challenge"; and the increasing diversity of composers in the present and what "diversity" means, including diversity of origins and diversity of paths in life.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / Carlos Izcaray Buzzsprout-15264736 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400 2771 #conductor, #composer, #orchestra 6 full false Alecia Lawyer on ROCO, an Inspiring Orchestra that Spotlights the Human Elements of Music-Making Alecia Lawyer on ROCO, an Inspiring Orchestra that Spotlights the Human Elements of Music-Making In this episode, I talk with Alecia Lawyer, founder and principal oboist of ROCO, a chamber orchestra based in Houston, Texas.  With 127 world premiere commissions in 17 seasons, ROCO has been ranked first in the nation for performing works by women and second for programming composers of color.  Alecia and I talk about how ROCO is a human relationship-driven orchestra and how this aspect of its identity is apparent in ROCO's interactions with its audiences, with its community, and with living composers. 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this episode, I talk with Alecia Lawyer, founder and principal oboist of ROCO, a chamber orchestra based in Houston, Texas.  With 127 world premiere commissions in 17 seasons, ROCO has been ranked first in the nation for performing works by women and second for programming composers of color.  Alecia and I talk about how ROCO is a human relationship-driven orchestra and how this aspect of its identity is apparent in ROCO's interactions with its audiences, with its community, and with living composers. 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / Alecia Lawyer Buzzsprout-15264712 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2831 #composer, #orchestra, #humanelements 5 full false François López-Ferrer on Cultural Contexts and Psychological Dynamics of Working with Living Composers François López-Ferrer on Cultural Contexts and Psychological Dynamics of Working with Living Composers François López-Ferrer is in demand as a guest conductor of major orchestras throughout the globe and was also the Associate Conductor of the Cincinnati Symphony. He and I discuss the cultural contexts and psychological dynamics of when musicians and conductors in particular work with composers, both contemporary and from the past.

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]]> François López-Ferrer is in demand as a guest conductor of major orchestras throughout the globe and was also the Associate Conductor of the Cincinnati Symphony. He and I discuss the cultural contexts and psychological dynamics of when musicians and conductors in particular work with composers, both contemporary and from the past.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / François López-Ferrer Buzzsprout-15264658 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 23:00:00 -0400 2845 #conductor, #composer, #orchestra 4 full false JoAnn Falletta on the Collaborative Process with Living Composers JoAnn Falletta on the Collaborative Process with Living Composers In this episode of my "Muse in Music" video blog, I have a wonderful discussion with Maestra JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, about her career as a conductor.  We delve into the process of how she collaborates with living composers - it's a lot more interactive and hands-on than one would expect! 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this episode of my "Muse in Music" video blog, I have a wonderful discussion with Maestra JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, about her career as a conductor.  We delve into the process of how she collaborates with living composers - it's a lot more interactive and hands-on than one would expect! 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / JoAnn Falletta Buzzsprout-15264540 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:00:00 -0400 2314 #conductor, #composer, #orchestra 3 full false David Alan Miller on Creative Collaborations with Contemporary Composers David Alan Miller on Creative Collaborations with Contemporary Composers In this episode of the "Muse in Music" podcast, I talk with Maestro David Alan Miller, Music Director of the Albany Symphony Orchestra, about his long career of championing the music of living composers.  We discuss the creative ways in which he collaborates with composers, among many other things. It was truly an inspiring conversation! 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this episode of the "Muse in Music" podcast, I talk with Maestro David Alan Miller, Music Director of the Albany Symphony Orchestra, about his long career of championing the music of living composers.  We discuss the creative ways in which he collaborates with composers, among many other things. It was truly an inspiring conversation! 

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu / David Alan Miller Buzzsprout-15248264 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 2410 2 full false Introduction - Transformation from Blog, to Video Blog, to Podcast Introduction - Transformation from Blog, to Video Blog, to Podcast In this short introduction, I talk about the history of the Muse in Music Podcast, from its origins as a blog on my website, to its transformation into a video blog, to its present iteration as a podcast. 

I also talk about the people in the orchestra world whom I interview and the topics we discuss.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> In this short introduction, I talk about the history of the Muse in Music Podcast, from its origins as a blog on my website, to its transformation into a video blog, to its present iteration as a podcast. 

I also talk about the people in the orchestra world whom I interview and the topics we discuss.

Check out my website and music at www.danielperttu.com

]]> Daniel Perttu Buzzsprout-15264446 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 124 1 full false