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What separates the greatest performers from the rest of us? Robert Durso has coached world-class piano performers… and their teachers too. Follow Robert:golanksyinstitute.orghttp://www.robertdurso.netRobert Durso - YouTubeMy podcast, newsletter, and archives are all available to anyone, for free. Your support helps cover the platforms and systems, and time! https://zeitgeist-academy.kit.com/products/support-meSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!What separates the greatest performers from the rest of us? Robert Durso has coached world-class piano performers… and their teachers too. Follow Robert:golanksyinstitute.orghttp://www.robertdurso.netRobert Durso - YouTubeMy podcast, newsletter, and archives are all available to anyone, for free. Your support helps cover the platforms and systems, and time! https://zeitgeist-academy.kit.com/products/support-meSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

What's the farthest you've been willing to go to try something new?  William Watson loaded up his bicycle and flew halfway across the world, to a country where he doesn't speak the language, to stay in a stranger's backyard for two weeks for an absolutely one of a kind dance event where he didn’t know anybody.  William’s info site on Bal Folk:https://www.quiteapair.us/balfolk/And his site on Le Grand Bal:http://www.quiteapair.us/balfolk/grandbal.htmlSupport this work: My podcast, newsletter, and archives are all available to anyone, for free. However, the platforms and systems do cost me money, along with the time I spend (it's all me, I don't have a team). This is a labor of love and I greatly appreciate any support! https://zeitgeist-academy.kit.com/products/support-meSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Have you played this week? I don’t mean your instrument. I mean, have you engaged your brain and body in something make believe that maybe feels a little silly? Danielle McNamera is a music educator who believes the play involved in teaching kids music… is just as important for adults.Follow Danielle:LyricsandMelodiesStudio.comMiniMelodies.comInstagram: LyricsandMelodiesStudioFacebook: Mini Melodies and Lyrics and Melodies StudioSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Support this work: My podcast, newsletter, and archives are all available to anyone, for free. However, the platforms and systems do cost me money, along with the time I spend (it's all me, I don't have a team). This is a labor of love and I greatly appreciate any support! https://zeitgeist-academy.kit.com/products/support-meZeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Finding joy is a challenge attempted by philosophers, religious gurus, and even chemists. Dr Michael McGee is a psychiatrist, author, and jazz pianist whose performances blend music and mindfulness. In his work, simple pleasures…are existentially important.Watch Dr Mike’s performance: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/r0e9k8edxjga6al3b39fe/NAMI.mp4?rlkey=77ntaamj5kdjjh3w6mwad7kag&dl=0Visit his website: www.drmichaelmcgee.comSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Music is a tool that helps a lot of people get through tough stuff. Addiction, depression, body image issues, trauma… Bri is a singer-songwriter who doesn’t shy away from complex emotions and experiences. Follow Bri: SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/6A3qt0TX7AD6OsOnI9YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCsMWIMdgsoY4W2r7t9Y5fFgListen to the songs she has published as of our interview:June - Bri Revé - June (Official Audio)Mirror - https://youtu.be/3KeR06gs8oE Previous episodes mentioned in the episode:Contra Dance Calling with Lindsey Dono:https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio/episode/3807972b/11-contra-dance-callingMusic Therapy and Mental Health: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio/episode/299a68f7/31-music-therapy-and-mental-healthSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Captions and transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Contra dancing is an American folk dance that is laughably hard to describe… or is it? Jeffrey Spero is a contra dance musician, caller, and choreographer. We talk about the varied music of contra dance, what makes a great dance band, and everything that happens behind-the-scenes to make a wonderful dance evening (hint: there’s more improv than you might think!).Follow Jeffrey:www.jeffreyspero.comwww.syncopaths.comYou can listen to the episode on Contra Dance Calling with Lindsey Dono here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio/episode/3807972b/11-contra-dance-calling Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

What age were you when you started learning music? High school choir? Middle school band? What about piano lessons at age eight? Or even earlier, like two or three years old… or even… earlier? Jacque Negus is a retired early childhood music instructor, specifically Kindermusik, and created a lot of the curriculum materials used by teachers everywhere. In this episode we discuss her journey with the program, the contributions she made to the program, and the joys of working in the field of early childhood music.Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

How do you build a space where musicians want to hang out? John Avilla is a bassist and co-founder of Sound Union in Redwood City, California. In this episode we discuss his transition from a career in marketing and advertising to founding a 'health club for musicians.' We explore how a single community can cater to diverse age groups, genres and musical abilities, promoting a supportive environment over perfectionism. He shares his journey in creating his club and the connection he sees between community and creativity. Follow John:www.soundunion.comLinked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johngavilla/https://www.linkedin.com/company/soundunion/Instagram: @joinsoundunionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoinSoundUnionSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

What makes a folk dance, and what is it like to do these dances socially? The Bay Osos Folk Dancers meet every week to dance to music from Bavaria to the Western Sahara, Polynesia, the Balkans, and more. They share their experiences with the music, how they got started, how YOU can get started, and what keeps them dancing decade after decade.Follow the Bay Osos Folk Dancers:http://www.bayososfolkdancers.org/Facebook: @BayOsosFolkDancersSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

What is the difference between spoken word poetry and rap? Coco Peila, a hip hop artist and songwriting coach from New York City, has done it all, and career hinges on one surprising comment her sister made on this difference. In this episode. Coco shares her winding journey through the music industry, from shy spoken word artist to performing at prominent venues like the Hollywood Bowl. We talk about her work intertwining art with social and climate justice, her role as a songwriting coach, and what goes into being a “hip hop and R&B African diaspora flex”Follow Coco:IG: @cocopeilaTikTok: @cocopeilaFacebook: Coco PeilaLinkedIn: Coco PeilaWebsite: cocopeila.comSign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Have you ever held an instrument and felt like it was made just for you? Jeff Hampton started out building a custom guitar for aesthetic purposes, but his interest expanded into ergonomics alongside cool-looking design. In this episode Jeff shares the tools, techniques, and creative processes behind creating a guitar. Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

The string quartet has been around for a LONG time. Is it time for a refresh? Members of the Videri String Quartet think so. They are a classically trained string quartet that performs the music of Zelda and Mario alongside Beethoven and Shostakovich. In this conversation they share their philosophy about music and connection, bringing conservatory training to the video game scene, and the massive impact Covid had on creators and performers across the video game music scene.Follow Videri:https://www.viderisq.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/viderisq/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@VideriStringQuartetSign up for my newsletter:www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radioZeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy. Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here:https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcriptsMusic for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Sometimes it seems there’s not much happening in the innovation of instruments. But in the world of electronics, there’s a whole world of creativity! Joe Newman is an arranger and performer out of the Bay area in California. In this conversation he describes an interesting innovation in wind instruments - the EWI, or Electronic Wind Instrument. We also discuss video game arranging competition Dwelling of Duels, and a themed jazz jam Joe started in San Francisco. Follow Joe: Bandcamp: https://joenewman.bandcamp.com/ Jam Discord: https://discord.gg/QUbCW2eK YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/newmajoe Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Who were the top three most influential people in your early life? If you were in music, I bet at least one of those was your music teacher. In this episode I speak with Rachel, a high school choir teacher from Western Washington. We discuss the rewards and challenges of shaping young lives through music. She describes the unique camaraderie among choir members, her approach to selecting repertoire, and the balance of maintaining professionalism while developing vulnerability and trust with her students.  Follow Rachel on Instagram @earlysparkle37 Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Video games make a big impact on people, especially kids… and the music from these games can leave a strong imprint as well! This episode I speak with Stemage, a guitarist, composer, performer, and audio engineer out of the Bay Area in California. He shares an overview of the video game music (VGM) scene, the events and festivals where people gather to share their creative covers or new material, and the wildly varied array of styles represented in this scene.  Follow Stemage: Website: https://www.stemagemusic.com/ X: https://www.X.com/stemage Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/Stemage Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Do you sing? If so, how aware are you about the shape of the different parts of your mouth? This episode I speak with Andrea Veal, a vocal performer and teacher out of Southeastern New Hampshire. We discuss 2 of the many techniques she uses in her studio: Estill, and complementary vowels from Ken Bozeman. Follow Andrea:  Website: https://www.andreaveal.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreavealvoicestudio YouTube Teaching: https://www.youtube.com/@andreaveal8314 YouTube Singing: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwG1VOF-Uw_u369ZyczUdn93BS7EuNV3K&si=tHEafhzIEJL2ZyUF Resources mentioned in the episode: The National Association of Teachers of Singing: https://www.nats.org/ Estill Voice International: https://estillvoice.com/ Further resources Andrea recommends: The Structures and Movement of Breathing, Barbara Conable Practical Vocal Acoustics by Kenneth Bozeman What Every Singer Needs to Know About the Body by Melissa Malde Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts

How does a college music department define music when it comes to their curriculum? How do they decide what they want students to know, leaving their program? And is the answer to that question, different from what students SHOULD know when leaving their program?  This week I'm speaking with Dr. Chris Gable, a composer, author, and music professor at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND who has been tasked with building the music history program at his school.  Follow Chris: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherGableComposer Website: https://www.christophergable.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChtAN98a8Ngbi8iz9j_ZTQQ Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Sophie Lippert is a cellist and pianist in Western Massachusetts, and creator of the unique genre-inclusive Connections Concerts series. In this episode, we discuss how Sophie uses her classical background to elevate and expose works by underrepresented composers, while also balancing her roles as a teacher, event curator, and entrepreneur. We dive behind-the-scenes in crafting Connections Concert Series, from musical curation and community building to genre balancing and the fascinating people who perform… and attend. Follow Sophie: Personal website: www.sophielippert.com Connections Concerts: www.connectionsconcerts.com FB: www.facebook.com/connectionsconcerts IG: www.instagram.com/vibrantsophie YouTube: www.youtube.com/@sophielippert Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/28hjjVawVCaLSGJWHmevZx Episode mentioned with Mel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zeitgeistacademy/episodes/25--Tha-Juice-Joint-and-cultural-organizing-e2fdiv4 Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio is on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy.  Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Sharisa Oie and Lydia McAnerney work with the Tapestry Folk Dance Center in Minneapolis, MN. We explore the center's mission to create opportunities for people to participate in diverse dance and music forms. Sharisa and Lydia share their personal stories and backgrounds in dance, as well as the history and development of Tapestry as both a cultural and physical space. We discuss the importance of community involvement, volunteerism, and the challenges of maintaining and evolving such a vibrant cultural space. We also review special events, the Tapestry History Project, and the impact of generational changes in dance communities. Follow Tapestry: www.tapestryfolkdance.org Facebook and Instagram @tapestryfolkdancecenter Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Transcripts generated by Descript. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Nate Cutshall is a “harp tech” from Central Pennsylvania. In this episode, Morgan and Nate talk about all things harmonicas! We dig into some of the music theory that goes into playing the instrument, and how to choose which key harmonica to play for a song. Nate shares the history and mechanics of the harmonica and what makes a “good” harmonica. We also delve into the world of harmonica repair and customization, exploring what it takes to build your own harmonicas.  Follow Nate: Instagram: @bbqgrooves Bands: @the_scrapplers and @maam_stagram Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Brennish Thomson is a folk musician from Lee, New Hampshire. In this episode, Morgan and Brennish dig into the world of live sound engineering and acoustic transparency in folk music. We discuss the techniques and challenges of achieving “perfect” audio in various venues, from small living rooms to large festival stages. He shares his own innovations with microphone systems by Your Heaven Audio and the technical approach the company (including him) are taking when it comes to the technical art of preserving the authentic sound of live acoustic performances. Follow Brennish:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Studio23BrennishThomson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brennish_t/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Studio23brennishthomson/ Booking: https://captainfiddle.com/ Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Emily Cohen is a rabbi from Brooklyn, NY. In this episode we discuss the rich musical tradition in Judaism and how social justice-minded Jews like herself can use music in their work. Emily provides insight into her role as a rabbi at West End Synagogue, a reconstructionist congregation in Manhattan, and her extensive involvement in music, including her participation in a secular choir and her compositions in Jewish music. The conversation delves into the rich traditions of Jewish music, including liturgical chants, folk traditions like klezmer, and the influence of various Jewish cultural backgrounds. Emily also shares her approach to songwriting, her vision for integrating social justice themes into her music, and the significance of music in sacred and secular contexts.  Follow Emily: Instagram: @em.cohen Blog: https://morethanfourquestions.beehiiv.com/ Website: www.rabbiemilycohen.com Mentions in our episode: Yosef Goldman: https://www.youtube.com/@yosgold Batya Levine: www.youtube.com/@batyalevine6283Shlomo Farber’s choral arrangement of Maoz Tsur: https://on.soundcloud.com/tX9EzW22ubTCjQHN6 www.shlomofarber.com  Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Marlys Woods is a music therapist who specializes in mental health. She shares the therapeutic applications of music, its ability to facilitate healing, and a caution about how music can cause harm or cause us to stay stuck. We discuss the importance of intentional music selection for personal growth and mental health. She also highlights the adaptation of music therapy practices during the pandemic, offering virtual sessions and resources like DIY workbooks to aid individuals in integrating music into their daily lives for mental wellness. Follow Marlys and Get In Tune Music Therapy: Website: https://www.getintunemusictherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getintunemusictherapy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetInTuneMusicTherapy/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlys-woods/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GetInTuneMusicTherapy Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Iain Dove McAfee and Cara Weggler Menge are members of the Irish trad band Dòrain. We explore 3 of the main Irish scenes (sessions, dances, and stage performances) and unique etiquette and cultural features of each. We discuss what participating in a living tradition is like, nuances in the scene (don't order a PBR!), common tune types, the Caeli tradition and the key role of dance in Irish music, learning by ear, and the challenges of transitioning from Classical to Folk. They also share how "trying to come up with a band name is like friendship torture!" and how they settled on the name Dòrain... which means "otters" in Gaelic. Follow Dòrain: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dorainband  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorainmusic/  Bandcamp: https://dorain.bandcamp.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4jQqaLiAXKnF0DlII9AvcB?si=8tIL9g2iQpeT88NuB8zp_w Dòrain's music is also available anywhere you stream music (e.g. YT Music). Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Anastasia Verdoljak performs with the Ethnic Dance Theater in St. Paul, MN. She also plays in Transylvanian folk band Szászka . She shares her experience with traditional folk dances around the world, joys and challenges performing (complete with full costume changes!) and how performing traditional dance can be a political statement.   Follow Ethnic Dance Theater: https://www.instagram.com/ethnicdancetheatre/ https://www.facebook.com/ethnicdancetheatre/ Follow Szászka: https://www.facebook.com/people/Sz%C3%A1szka/100063538058459/ Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts

Marcy Irving is the Director and Founder of the Central Coast Gilbert and Sullivan Group. We discuss the history and impact of Gilbert and Sullivan's operas, the process of staging productions, and the sense of community within the music scene in San Luis Obispo, as well as the enduring humor and relevance of Gilbert and Sullivan's work and the timeless connection between people and music. Follow Central Coast Gilbert and Sullivan: https://www.facebook.com/CCGilbertandSullivan Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Laura Boswell is a songwriter and musician in Ashville, NC. We discuss her journey from classical music, to rock, and eventually classical guitar and folk/alt songwriting. She shares the emotional process of her songwriting, her use of alternate tunings, and using songwriting to work through emotions. She also shares the challenges of social media as an artist and creator, and lessons balancing music, livelihood, and mental health. Follow Laura: Website: https://www.lauraboswell.com/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LauraBoswell  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraboswell/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauraboswellmusic  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraboswellmusic Here's a link to the music video for "Loss" and then the links to listen below:Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcAYf2whjcAListen: https://open.spotify.com/track/2olpXXMAbt8eptVNbvUEDB?si=8487877bd20c4149https://music.apple.com/us/album/loss/1534268198?i=1534268199https://lauraboswell.bandcamp.com/album/place-to-be Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Arthur Breur is a composer, pianist, and host of the Melodology Podcast. We discuss his unique approach to creativity, his fascination with melody, and the different ways he brings ideas to life in his compositions. He also talks about his work as a Composer in Residence, shares interesting insights about the musical moments that have impacted him, and explains the creation of his entertaining piece, 'The Ambitious Spider'. The episode is filled with engaging stories, important lessons, and a deep exploration of the craft behind creating impactful melodies. Follow Arthur: https://www.instagram.com/arthurbreur/ https://www.instagram.com/musicdrawnfromtheheart/ https://www.arthurbreur.com https://www.composerinresidence.org https://www.amberthespider.com https://musescore.com/arthurbreur https://www.youtube.com/@arthurbreur https://patreon.com/melodypodcast Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Melanesia Hunter is the creator and curator of Tha Juice Joint and the Crockpot live music events in LA. Mel shares the origin story and evolution of these community-building music events, which started as intimate gatherings focusing on music and grew into notable venues bringing together hundreds of people weekly. She also talks on the financial, logistical, and emotional challenges she faced in creating these events while emphasizing the powerful impact they have on the community, on relationships, and on artists' music careers in an urban city like LA. www.thajuicejoint.com Ig/FB/X : @thajuicejoint TikTok: @thajuicejointLA Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Thor Larsen is a singer and stage manager in San Luis Obispo, CA. In this episode he discusses his role and responsibilities, from setting up the stage and ensuring all equipment is in its place, to managing unforeseen situations and ensuring the smooth flow of the performance. He also provides insight into the etiquette and rules that musicians should know or that he abides by, including handling delicate or expensive instruments and maintaining the stage layout. Follow Thor: https://www.instagram.com/thor_aka_thor/ Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Join our Foundations: Blues class: ⁠www.zeitgeistacademy.com Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Amy Coddington is a professor of music at Amherst College and author of "How Hip Hop Became Hit Pop." We delve into the complexities of radio politics, the evolution of hip hop, and its complex journey towards mainstream acceptance. Amy exposes the biases, challenges, and commercial dynamics of radio, and offers an academia-backed perspective on the forces that shaped how hip hop and rap influence America. Read Amy's book (for free!): https://luminosoa.org/site/books/m/10.1525/luminos.165/ Or you can buy it on Amazon to support her: https://a.co/d/3G3lWDK Listen to the book's playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5Zd4i1OG3HII1ZihMlRcEg?si=86a031d999f64d00&nd=1 Follow Amy: http://www.amycoddington.com/ Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

I'm taking a break through the end of the year. Use this time to catch up on episodes you might have missed! Join Sing We Joyous: https://www.zeitgeist-academy.teachable.com/p/sing-we-joyous Discover Your Voice: https://www.zeitgeist-academy.teachable.com/p/discover-your-voice Sign up for my newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Brigit Hawley is an audio software engineer based out of the LA area. In this episode we discuss building your own major in college, machine learning applications and possibility, what goes into audio transitioning to digital, gearheads and their passion for audio, compression, lossless vs lossy, how streaming works, what is a microphone, really?, how hardware plays into digital audio, audio drivers, an audio software engineer's pet peeves, the complexity of surround sound, and Morgan tries to wrap her head around HRTFs. Sign up for my awesome newsletter: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Zeitgeist Radio transcripts are available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Camilla Lombard is the Executive Fishwife (yes, that's her actual title) for Sea Forager Seafood and member of The Fishwives sea shanty group. In this episode we discuss the difference between sea shanties and sea songs, roving performances and audience interaction, the weirdest gigs ever, and using fun and community to make the fight for sustainability feel good. Follow the Fishwives and Sea Forager: https://www.seaforager.com/the-fishwives-sea-shanty-trio @seaforager on Facebook and Instagram Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available at https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Dave George is bass player and general manager of Festival Mozaic, a classical music festival in San Luis Obispo California. In this episode we discuss how an injury changed the course of a career, shifting classical culture for more accessibility, breaking the 4th wall between performers and audience, the mission and values of the Festival, choosing venues, a new take on master classes, logistics of putting on a music festival, and stories of good moments... and of things gone wrong! Follow Festival Mosaic: festivalmozaic.org, or @festivalmozaic on Facebook or Instagram. Dave's personal projects: SLO Symphony (slosymphony.org, @slosymphony) Rosewood & Honey (rosewoodandhoney.com, @rosewoodandhoneyband on Instagram). Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Andy Watson is a comedian, podcaster and country music performer in Central Coast CA. In this episode we discuss his cowboy comedy duo, Cowboy Jeff and Andy, and his podcast of the same name. He shares his many influences and the Nashville vs Bakersfield styles of country music. We discuss his work teaching in a school of 1000 kids that was built for 400, activism and the need for new immigration laws in a town where 50% of farm workers may be undocumented, and the importance of the arts for underprivileged kids. Andy is a history buff as well, and his songs tell stories from the central valley. His work aims to shed light on his local communities, and he uses musical comedy to connect with all sorts of musicians. There's a mix of cultures in the Central Coast, and Andy says that great art comes out of diversity. Check out the Cowboy Jeff and Andy podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/cowboyjeffandandy Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Heidi Davis is a theater producer, musician and music writer out of Portland, OR. In this episode we discuss her theater production company Torchsong Entertainment and the journey from 2 audience members to sell-out shows. She shares how she decides what musicals to write and we discuss the many, many logistics of running a theater company, from finding a location, being scrappy and building an audience (heidi's secret weapon: children!), the chillest auditions ever, choreography, equipment, costumes, and more. We also discuss the process of rebooting fan favorite shows, how a voiceover for a book of poetry turned into a plot musical, and what's next for Torchsong! Follow Torchsong: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/torchsongentertainment @TorchsongTheaterCompany Website - https://www.torchsongentertainment.com/ Instagram - @torchsong_entertainment Youtube - @torchsongentertainmentllc6957 Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Paul Osborne is a choral conductor out of San Luis Obispo, CA. In this episode we discuss early choral music, key composers like Thomas Tallis, William Byrd, Palestrina and the fascinating Gesualdo. I also ask Paul: why did I never enjoy early music until I sang it under his baton? We talk about what brings this music to life (or lack thereof). We also talk musical nerd shop including polyphony, species counterpoint, and ficta. Follow Paul: Resonance: www.resonanceslo.com www.Facebook.com/ResonanceSLO https://SoundCloud.com/ResonanceSLO Paul's personal projects: https://SoundCloud.com/Paul-Osborne-5 Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Jill Gibson is a music teacher and musical improv coach from San Luis Obispo, California. In this episode we discuss musical improv "games," why choruses are grounding, performing norms with improv, playing with the elements of genre, how Disney creates its own Zeitgeist. We get distracted by Sondheim because... well, Sondheim! Follow Jill: ⁠⁠jillgibsonvoicestudio.com ⁠Instagram @jillvoicestudio Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

I got married this last week and didn’t have the time to put a full episode together for you. However, I didn’t want to leave you hanging! I thought I’d take this week to share my story. What’s my musical background, and what is this whole Zeitgeist thing anyway? Follow the Zeitgeist Academy on Facebook and Instagram @zeitgeistacademy I'd love to hear from you! DM me on socials or send me an email: [email protected] Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Takenya Freeney Battle is a musician and educator based in Texas. In this episode we discuss becoming an army reservist while teaching elementary school music, how describing a sandwich is giving a 7th grade girl her glow up, the advantage a Black Baptist upbringing gave when studying classical music, and her incredible program using singing techniques to help people speak better onstage and in life! Follow Takenya on Instagram⁠  Free Slay the Mic Webinar where folks can spotlight their speaking voice in 3 easy steps  Listen to Takenya's VIP Voice Podcast, where she uses her expertise as a classically trained vocalist and pianist to lead speakers, entrepreneurs, and professional executives to tap into the power of your voice so you captivate your audience, draw dream clients, and confidently command any stage with impact and presence that's unforgettable.Get started with her free Slay the Mic webinar here. The Meow song: Check out "Duetto buffo di due gatti" - several performers have performances on YouTube Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Billy Gerhardt is the owner of Sauce Pot Studio in San Luis Obispo, CA. In this episode we discuss stories from the studio, what you need to make a music video, being hit up by Disney, the secret word "talent," working with Lin Manuel Miranda, is the 10,000 hours true?, confidence, pivoting, rejection, learning from your failures, and what happens when you practice EVERY DAY. Follow Sauce Pot Studio: Website: www.saucepotstudios.com Instagram @saucepotstudios Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChT1K0WDUUqf-Ruq-n1Q36g Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Larissa a.k.a. Zaara is a belly dance performer and teacher based out of Atascadero, California. In this episode we discuss belly dance performances, different types of Renn Faires, balancing things on your head, drum rhythms and dance, and the vibrant cultural history of belly dance! Plus Larissa shares some of her stories from being a Renn Faire performer and the shenanigans that happen after the Faire closes for the night! Follow Larissa on Tik Tok @larissabarios21 Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Lindsey Dono is a contra dancer and caller based in Washington. In this episode we try to define contra dance, explore the process of creating an evening experience for hundreds of dancers, and how her philosophy of "I was terrified... and then I did it anyway" has led her to call some of the largest dances and festivals in the country. Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Beth is a writer living in Portland, Oregon. In this episode we discuss how the music of the Muppets is deeper than you would think, how looking for a simple set of lyrics led to an unexpected journey, finding comfort in music during a difficult time in life, and the nuance behind the songs of the world's most beloved puppets. Follow Beth: ToughPigs articles: https://toughpigs.com/author/beth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethannacook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethannacook/ Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Alexis Baker is a Music Therapist and Founder and Owner of Bridgetown Music Therapy. In this episode we discuss the 4 elements of music therapy, the settings you might use music therapy, how covid affected the senior care industry and Alexis' masterful pivot, the beauty of video, when music therapy might be good for you, and surprising uses of the macarena! Follow Alexis: Website: https://www.bridgetownmt.com/ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bridgetownmusictherapy/⁠    Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/bridgetownmusictherapy⁠    YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@bridgetownmt Alexis's blog: ⁠https://www.bridgetownmt.com/blog Posts mentioned: https://www.bridgetownmt.com/blog/7-ways-to-use-music-at-home-with-your-aging-loved-onehttps://www.bridgetownmt.com/blog/what-are-the-benefits-of-singing-for-older-adults Join her FREE monthly webinar: https://www.bridgetownmt.com/live-zoom-registration Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Brooke Trumm is a composer and drummer out of New York City. In this episode we discuss behind-the-scenes roles in musical theater, orchestrating a musical, the power of collaboration, and how to stay motivated during the hustle! Follow Brooke: www.trummmusic.com Instagram @trummmusic Soundcloud is TrummMusic Sing with confidence! Take my FREE mini-course on the 4 key essentials to loving your voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Ed Kopp is a songwriter, teacher, and performer based in Silverton, Oregon. In this episode we discuss the joys and downsides of being in a band vs solo gigs, synchronicities and being open to the "cosmic radio," the songwriting headspace, the impact of a life-changing journey, playing gigs in New York, benefits of a fresh start, and ways Covid has changed the face of music. Follow Ed: https://www.facebook.com/edkoppmusic http://www.edkoppmusic.com Before My Time Has Come: https://youtu.be/RJzNWURehx4 A transcript for this episode is available here: ⁠https://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts⁠ Want to take the next step in your musical journey? Take my mini course to find out if you have a “good” voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Milo is a cellist currently working on his Master's degree in Cello Performance in Salt Lake City. In this episode we discuss musical plateaus, the erasure of women in the history of classical music, underrepresented composers, and the mind games and personal growth that arise from learning music. We also review pre-concert self care and mental strategies for performance anxiety.  Follow Milo on Instagram @bachpaperscissorslizardspock Want to take the next step in your musical journey? Take my mini course to find out if you have a “good” voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio A transcript for this episode is available here: http://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!

Dave is a self-described "laptop musician" based out of the Central Coast, CA. In this episode we discuss the evolution of electronic music, the process of making a track, types of sounds of pianos, Ableton live, a "library of loops," a "grid full of buttons,"  AI music, and the flow of generational beliefs about the evolution of art. Follow Dave: www.warriorbob.com Twitter: @warriorbob9 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/warriorbob A transcript for this episode is available here: http://www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio-transcripts Want to take the next step in your musical journey? Take my mini course to find out if you have a “good” voice: www.zeitgeistacademy.com/radio Music for this episode was created by Ian Boswell. Please subscribe and tell all your friends you found a cool new podcast!