https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay Composer and conductor Michael Shapiro talks to prominent musicians, composers, and creators about their work, their response to current events, and their hopes for the future. Explore deep, informative, and stimulating discussions in classical music and beyond. en-us © 2026 Michael Shapiro Interplay Podcast Site Builder Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:23:10 +0000 Michael Shapiro Composer and conductor Michael Shapiro talks to prominent musicians, composers, and creators about their work, their response to current events, and their hopes for the future. Explore deep, informative, and stimulating discussions in classical music and beyond. no episodic music, classical music, interviews, composing, composers, conducting, conductors, history, conversations, performing arts Michael Shapiro info@michaelshapiro.com https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/podcast.xml https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/assets/Interplay_PodcastArtBigv2.jpg https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/podcast.xml no Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:00:00 EST Matthew Kraemer 70 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-70-matthew-kraemer/ Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:00:00 EST <p>This Interplay, Conversations in Music, is with one of the most remarkable musicians I have ever worked with - <strong>Matthew Kraemer</strong>, music director and conductor of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. A rare treat as Maestro Kraemer talks about what it is like to be a music director, how he came to this point, and where he hopes to go. A true revelation in every way!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>This Interplay, Conversations in Music, is with one of the most remarkable musicians I have ever worked with - <strong>Matthew Kraemer</strong>, music director and conductor of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. A rare treat as Maestro Kraemer talks about what it is like to be a music director, how he came to this point, and where he hopes to go. A true revelation in every way!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Maestro Matthew Kraemer, music director and conductor of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, discusses what it's like to be a music director, his journey, and his hopes for the future. A true revelation in every way! 00:33:44 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-70-matthew-kraemer/ Timothy McAllister 69 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-69-timothy-mc-allister/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 08:00:00 EST <p>On this Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the most informative and stimulating discussion with the greatest saxophonist in the world, <strong>Timothy McAllister</strong>. There is simply no one like Tim. His playing is so very superlative, and his words on the playing of his many instruments (please do listen to John Corigliano's remarkable TRIATHLON for saxophonist and orchestra in which Tim plays multiple instruments is only one testament) are pure revelation. What a great thrill!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the most informative and stimulating discussion with the greatest saxophonist in the world, <strong>Timothy McAllister</strong>. There is simply no one like Tim. His playing is so very superlative, and his words on the playing of his many instruments (please do listen to John Corigliano's remarkable TRIATHLON for saxophonist and orchestra in which Tim plays multiple instruments is only one testament) are pure revelation. What a great thrill!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A highly informative and stimulating discussion with the world-renowned saxophonist, Timothy McAllister. His superlative playing and words on his instruments, including performing John Corigliano's TRIATHLON, are pure revelation. What a great thrill! 00:38:37 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-69-timothy-mc-allister/ Devony Smith and Danny Zelibor 68 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-68-devony-smith/ Sat, 30 Aug 2025 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the delightful experience of talking with mezzo soprano <strong>Devony Smith</strong> and pianist <strong>Danny Zelibor</strong>, two extraordinary musicians of peerless skills and immense interpretative range - and they are remarkable people. Please be sure to watch our enjoyable talk.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the delightful experience of talking with mezzo soprano <strong>Devony Smith</strong> and pianist <strong>Danny Zelibor</strong>, two extraordinary musicians of peerless skills and immense interpretative range - and they are remarkable people. Please be sure to watch our enjoyable talk.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A delightful conversation with mezzo soprano Devony Smith and pianist Danny Zelibor, two extraordinary musicians known for their peerless skills and immense interpretative range. Please be sure to watch our enjoyable talk. 00:31:19 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-68-devony-smith/ Nic McGegan 67 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-67-nic-mc-gegan/ Sun, 26 Jan 2025 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I spoke to conductor <strong>Nic McGegan</strong>, who is the most delightful and insightful person. His visions and practice in Baroque and Classical repertoire are unmatched. His dozens of recordings bear witness to his extraordinary joy of life. I think you will agree that Maestro McGegan is unique and radiants a happiness that carries forth with a special love. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I spoke to conductor <strong>Nic McGegan</strong>, who is the most delightful and insightful person. His visions and practice in Baroque and Classical repertoire are unmatched. His dozens of recordings bear witness to his extraordinary joy of life. I think you will agree that Maestro McGegan is unique and radiants a happiness that carries forth with a special love. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Conductor Nic McGegan, a delightful and insightful person, discusses his unmatched visions and practice in Baroque and Classical repertoire. Maestro McGegan is unique and radiates a happiness that carries forth with a special love. Not to be missed! 00:34:00 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-67-nic-mc-gegan/ Malcolm Singer 66 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-66-malcolm-singer/ Sun, 06 Oct 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>On this latest Interplay, Conversations in Music, Michael Shapiro speaks to his longtime friend, composer <strong>Malcolm Singer</strong> about a lifetime spent in music, from the days of his study with Nadia Boulanger, to his work with Yehudi Menuhin as head of the Menuhin School, to his work with countless musicians, and his leadership in bringing along generations of young composers and players. A thrilling examination of a composer's life. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this latest Interplay, Conversations in Music, Michael Shapiro speaks to his longtime friend, composer <strong>Malcolm Singer</strong> about a lifetime spent in music, from the days of his study with Nadia Boulanger, to his work with Yehudi Menuhin as head of the Menuhin School, to his work with countless musicians, and his leadership in bringing along generations of young composers and players. A thrilling examination of a composer's life. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Composer Malcolm Singer discusses his lifetime in music, from studying with Nadia Boulanger and his work with Yehudi Menuhin at the Menuhin School, to his leadership in developing young composers and players. A thrilling examination of a composer's life. 00:33:52 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-66-malcolm-singer/ Sara Karloff 65 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-65-sara-karloff/ Sun, 08 Sep 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>Interplay, Conversations in Music with <strong>Sara Karloff</strong> and tales of her father <strong>Boris Karloff</strong> in *Frankenstein* (1931) and at home.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Interplay, Conversations in Music with <strong>Sara Karloff</strong> and tales of her father <strong>Boris Karloff</strong> in *Frankenstein* (1931) and at home.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Sara Karloff joins Interplay to share tales of her famous father, Boris Karloff, focusing on his role in Frankenstein (1931) and his life at home. 00:12:37 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-65-sara-karloff/ Teddy Abrams 64 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-64-teddy-abrams/ Sun, 25 Aug 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the great pleasure of speaking with composer and conductor <strong>Teddy Abrams</strong> about his pathfinding work in Louisville and his new musical based on the life of Muhammad Ali. There is simply no one in classical music with greater depth of knowledge and with more intensity in seeking new and exciting ways of connecting with audiences. I just loved talking with him, and you will too!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the great pleasure of speaking with composer and conductor <strong>Teddy Abrams</strong> about his pathfinding work in Louisville and his new musical based on the life of Muhammad Ali. There is simply no one in classical music with greater depth of knowledge and with more intensity in seeking new and exciting ways of connecting with audiences. I just loved talking with him, and you will too!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A great pleasure speaking with composer and conductor Teddy Abrams about his work in Louisville and his new musical based on the life of Muhammad Ali. He brings a great depth of knowledge and intensity in seeking new ways of connecting with audiences. 00:32:44 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-64-teddy-abrams/ Delyana Lazarova 63 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-63-delyana-lazarova/ Sun, 18 Aug 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>We have some wonderful additions to Interplay, Conversations in Music, being posted today and soon. Please be sure to watch out for them. Our first is with conductor <strong>Delyana Lazarova</strong>, a complete musician, whose direction of orchestras around the world is astounding. Maestra Delyana Lazarova is that special leader with a wonderful sense of line and meaningful direction. Our Interplay displays her individuality and unique insights into making music. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>We have some wonderful additions to Interplay, Conversations in Music, being posted today and soon. Please be sure to watch out for them. Our first is with conductor <strong>Delyana Lazarova</strong>, a complete musician, whose direction of orchestras around the world is astounding. Maestra Delyana Lazarova is that special leader with a wonderful sense of line and meaningful direction. Our Interplay displays her individuality and unique insights into making music. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Conductor Delyana Lazarova, a complete musician, whose direction of orchestras around the world is astounding. Maestra Lazarova is a special leader with a wonderful sense of line and meaningful direction. Our Interplay displays her individuality and unique insights into making music. Not to be missed! 00:32:02 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-63-delyana-lazarova/ Neal Gittleman 62 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-62-neal-gittleman/ Sun, 19 May 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the great pleasure of talking with Maestro <strong>Neal Gittleman</strong>, music director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and a champion of progress in orchestral, operatic, and ballet music. Neal's talk with me combines incisive observations about our musical culture, the development of orchestras over long periods of time, and his view of the future of performance. An Interplay not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the great pleasure of talking with Maestro <strong>Neal Gittleman</strong>, music director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and a champion of progress in orchestral, operatic, and ballet music. Neal's talk with me combines incisive observations about our musical culture, the development of orchestras over long periods of time, and his view of the future of performance. An Interplay not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A great pleasure talking with Maestro Neal Gittleman, music director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and a champion of progress in orchestral, operatic, and ballet music. Neal offers incisive observations about musical culture, the development of orchestras, and his view of the future of performance. An Interplay not to be missed! 00:33:01 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-62-neal-gittleman/ Daniel Asia 61 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-61-daniel-asia/ Sun, 15 Apr 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had a remarkable talk with <strong>Daniel Asia</strong>, composer and writer on music. From his lifetime of work in music including his years of teaching on the college level and creating works of great substance and direction, Daniel has a special voice, and I urge you to listen to his guidance of how the present must guide the future of creation and what needs to be done. I am with him in every way!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had a remarkable talk with <strong>Daniel Asia</strong>, composer and writer on music. From his lifetime of work in music including his years of teaching on the college level and creating works of great substance and direction, Daniel has a special voice, and I urge you to listen to his guidance of how the present must guide the future of creation and what needs to be done. I am with him in every way!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A remarkable talk with Daniel Asia, composer and writer on music. Daniel, reflecting on a lifetime of work in music, shares his guidance on how the present must guide the future of creation and what needs to be done. I am with him in every way! 00:32:12 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-61-daniel-asia/ Kyle Ketelsen 60 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-60-kyle-ketelsen/ Sun, 08 Mar 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>Please join us for this exciting discussion on this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, to learn more.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Please join us for this exciting discussion on this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, to learn more.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Please join us for this exciting discussion on this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, to learn more. 00:31:55 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-60-kyle-ketelsen/ Thomas Little 59 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-59-thomas-little/ Sun, 25 Feb 2024 08:00:00 EST <p><strong>Thomas Little</strong> is widely known for his incredibly articulate and popular podcast The Classical Nerd. He is a wonderfully great teacher with an enthusiastic wit that compels the viewer to keep on watching and learning. But did you know Thomas is a versatile and brilliant composer?</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p><strong>Thomas Little</strong> is widely known for his incredibly articulate and popular podcast The Classical Nerd. He is a wonderfully great teacher with an enthusiastic wit that compels the viewer to keep on watching and learning. But did you know Thomas is a versatile and brilliant composer?</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Thomas Little, widely known for his articulate and popular podcast The Classical Nerd, is also a versatile and brilliant composer. He is a great teacher with an enthusiastic wit that compels the viewer to keep watching and learning. 00:45:54 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-59-thomas-little/ Donato Cabrera 58 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-58-donato-cabrera/ Sun, 10 Feb 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>I recently spoke on Interplay, Conversations in Music, with conductor <strong>Donato Cabrera</strong>, that rare musician whose every gesture comes from deeply profound musicianship and meaning. I hope you will delve into this talk with a wonderfully warm and engaging personality who is creating great art every moment with a special humanity and caring.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>I recently spoke on Interplay, Conversations in Music, with conductor <strong>Donato Cabrera</strong>, that rare musician whose every gesture comes from deeply profound musicianship and meaning. I hope you will delve into this talk with a wonderfully warm and engaging personality who is creating great art every moment with a special humanity and caring.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A conversation with conductor Donato Cabrera, a rare musician whose every gesture stems from deeply profound musicianship and meaning. Delve into this talk with a wonderfully warm and engaging personality who is creating great art with special humanity and caring. 00:27:46 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-58-donato-cabrera/ Matt Haimovitz 57 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-57-matt-haimovitz/ Sun, 27 Jan 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I spoke to the remarkable <strong>Matt Haimovitz</strong>, cellist, and leader in the expansion of the cello repertoire. We discussed the influences on Matt's playing, and why is his life and loves are rarely separate from his organic music making. A discussion not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I spoke to the remarkable <strong>Matt Haimovitz</strong>, cellist, and leader in the expansion of the cello repertoire. We discussed the influences on Matt's playing, and why is his life and loves are rarely separate from his organic music making. A discussion not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A discussion with the remarkable cellist, Matt Haimovitz, a leader in the expansion of the cello repertoire. We discuss the influences on Matt's playing, and why his life and loves are rarely separate from his organic music making. A discussion not to be missed! 00:28:37 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-57-matt-haimovitz/ Jennifer Roig-Francoli (Alexander Technique) 56 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-56-jennifer-roig-francoli/ Sun, 06 Jan 2024 08:00:00 EST <p>Attention musicians (and everyone else): if you're suffering from any discomfort or even pain, it's time to consult with <strong>Jennifer Roig-Francoli</strong>, a remarkable Alexander Technique teacher and miraculous violinist (and my teacher!). Her new book *Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life* is just out on Amazon.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Attention musicians (and everyone else): if you're suffering from any discomfort or even pain, it's time to consult with <strong>Jennifer Roig-Francoli</strong>, a remarkable Alexander Technique teacher and miraculous violinist (and my teacher!). Her new book *Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life* is just out on Amazon.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Attention musicians and everyone else: Alexander Technique teacher and violinist Jennifer Roig-Francoli discusses her work on discomfort and pain, and her new book "Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life." 00:27:32 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-56-jennifer-roig-francoli/ Kalena Bovell 55 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-55-kalena-bovell/ Sun, 15 Nov 2023 08:00:00 EST <p>In this month's INTERPLAY, Conversations in Music, I speak to my dear friend <strong>Kalena Bovell</strong> whose conducting is widely recognized and appreciated for its sincerity, deepest musicality, and emotion. Kalena Bovell, conductor, is that rare person whose music making is a wonderful mix of intelligence, beauty, and that special quotient - making everything she touches sing with organic purity.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>In this month's INTERPLAY, Conversations in Music, I speak to my dear friend <strong>Kalena Bovell</strong> whose conducting is widely recognized and appreciated for its sincerity, deepest musicality, and emotion. Kalena Bovell, conductor, is that rare person whose music making is a wonderful mix of intelligence, beauty, and that special quotient - making everything she touches sing with organic purity.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A conversation with conductor Kalena Bovell, whose music making is widely recognized and appreciated for its sincerity, deepest musicality, and emotion. Her work is a wonderful mix of intelligence, beauty, and organic purity. 00:23:09 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-55-kalena-bovell/ Colin Jacobsen 53 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-53-colin-jacobsen/ Sun, 09 Oct 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, my talk is with the remarkable violinist and composer <strong>COLIN JACOBSEN</strong>, co-founder of Brooklyn Rider and The Knights. Colin is a pathbreaking artist always seeking a vibrant path of expression in whatever he does. This Conversation in Music explores his many views on repertoire, chamber music, solo and orchestral playing. Every note he plays is magical, organic, and deeply felt. And all this comes through in our thrilling and touching INTERPLAY.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, my talk is with the remarkable violinist and composer <strong>COLIN JACOBSEN</strong>, co-founder of Brooklyn Rider and The Knights. Colin is a pathbreaking artist always seeking a vibrant path of expression in whatever he does. This Conversation in Music explores his many views on repertoire, chamber music, solo and orchestral playing. Every note he plays is magical, organic, and deeply felt. And all this comes through in our thrilling and touching INTERPLAY.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> My talk with the remarkable violinist and composer COLIN JACOBSEN, co-founder of Brooklyn Rider and The Knights. Colin is a pathbreaking artist seeking a vibrant path of expression. This conversation explores his views on repertoire, chamber music, and playing. 00:24:31 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-53-colin-jacobsen/ Alexander Soddy 52 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-52-alexander-soddy/ Sun, 14 Aug 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, a most wonderful Conversation in Music with the uniquely gifted conductor <strong>Alexander Soddy</strong>. We met whilst he was in New York to conduct at The Met in the remarkable Anthony Minghella production of Puccini's *Madama Butterfly*. Soddy is a rarity - a musician who can bend a phrase in a dramatic setting with total musicality. Comparisons have been made in the press to Carlos Kleiber, and they are warranted, but Alexander Soddy is surely one of those special artists who puts his all into everything he does. He is an original.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, a most wonderful Conversation in Music with the uniquely gifted conductor <strong>Alexander Soddy</strong>. We met whilst he was in New York to conduct at The Met in the remarkable Anthony Minghella production of Puccini's *Madama Butterfly*. Soddy is a rarity - a musician who can bend a phrase in a dramatic setting with total musicality. Comparisons have been made in the press to Carlos Kleiber, and they are warranted, but Alexander Soddy is surely one of those special artists who puts his all into everything he does. He is an original.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A most wonderful Conversation in Music with the uniquely gifted conductor Alexander Soddy, who can bend a phrase in a dramatic setting with total musicality. Comparisons have been made to Carlos Kleiber, but Alexander Soddy is an original who puts his all into everything he does. 00:35:20 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-52-alexander-soddy/ John Mauceri on 'The War on Music' 51 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-51-john-mauceri/ Sun, 29 May 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations In Music, I met with conductor and author <strong>John Mauceri</strong> about his important and crucial new book, *THE WAR ON MUSIC: Reclaiming the Twentieth Century*. This social history by a brilliant and consequential conductor is a must read and parallels Maestro Mauceri's work these past 30 years. A must watch and a must read as the issues presented are significant for all of us.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, Conversations In Music, I met with conductor and author <strong>John Mauceri</strong> about his important and crucial new book, *THE WAR ON MUSIC: Reclaiming the Twentieth Century*. This social history by a brilliant and consequential conductor is a must read and parallels Maestro Mauceri's work these past 30 years. A must watch and a must read as the issues presented are significant for all of us.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A Conversation In Music with conductor and author John Mauceri about his important new book, THE WAR ON MUSIC: Reclaiming the Twentieth Century. This social history by a brilliant conductor is a must-read, paralleling Maestro Mauceri's work these past 30 years. 00:48:13 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-51-john-mauceri/ Carlos Kalmar 50 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-50-carlos-kalmar/ Sun, 08 May 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>I had the most enjoyable INTERPLAY Conversation In Music recently with the remarkable conductor <strong>CARLOS KALMAR</strong>. Longtime music director of the Oregon Symphony and Grant Park Music Festival Orchestra, Maestro Kalmar is now director of orchestral music at the Cleveland Institute of Music. He reveals his approach to the score, his background, and what he wishes to impart to his students. Endlessly fascinating!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>I had the most enjoyable INTERPLAY Conversation In Music recently with the remarkable conductor <strong>CARLOS KALMAR</strong>. Longtime music director of the Oregon Symphony and Grant Park Music Festival Orchestra, Maestro Kalmar is now director of orchestral music at the Cleveland Institute of Music. He reveals his approach to the score, his background, and what he wishes to impart to his students. Endlessly fascinating!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A most enjoyable INTERPLAY Conversation In Music with the remarkable conductor CARLOS KALMAR. The longtime music director of the Oregon Symphony and Grant Park Music Festival Orchestra, now director of orchestral music at the Cleveland Institute of Music, reveals his approach to the score and what he wishes to impart to his students. Endlessly fascinating! 00:41:33 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-50-carlos-kalmar/ Steven Isserlis 49 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-49-steven-isserlis/ Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, I had a wonderfully engaging Conversation In Music with the musician I believe is the foremost cellist of his generation, <strong>STEVEN ISSERLIS</strong>. The conversation ranges over many topics, from his approach to learning new music to writing about composers with whom he has a special relationship, and the voice and range of the cello. Our talk went by too quickly. We could have spoken for hours. Watch and you will see why his vibrant personality is simply remarkable and compelling.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, I had a wonderfully engaging Conversation In Music with the musician I believe is the foremost cellist of his generation, <strong>STEVEN ISSERLIS</strong>. The conversation ranges over many topics, from his approach to learning new music to writing about composers with whom he has a special relationship, and the voice and range of the cello. Our talk went by too quickly. We could have spoken for hours. Watch and you will see why his vibrant personality is simply remarkable and compelling.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A wonderfully engaging Conversation In Music with cellist STEVEN ISSERLIS, whom I believe is the foremost cellist of his generation. The conversation ranges over many topics, from learning new music to writing about composers, and the voice and range of the cello. His vibrant personality is simply remarkable and compelling. 00:29:58 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-49-steven-isserlis/ Wayne Marshall 48 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-48-wayne-marshall/ Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's Interplay, I had a truly wonderful Conversation In Music with <strong>Wayne Marshall</strong>, pianist, organist, conductor. Internationally famous and recognized as an OBE in the U.K., Maestro Marshall recently conducted the Berlin Philharmonic and many other well known ensembles. His discography is varied and compelling as a keyboardist and director with a humane and fascinating approach to music making. A not-to-be missed discussion about his approach to style and keyboard playing and his hopes for the future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's Interplay, I had a truly wonderful Conversation In Music with <strong>Wayne Marshall</strong>, pianist, organist, conductor. Internationally famous and recognized as an OBE in the U.K., Maestro Marshall recently conducted the Berlin Philharmonic and many other well known ensembles. His discography is varied and compelling as a keyboardist and director with a humane and fascinating approach to music making. A not-to-be missed discussion about his approach to style and keyboard playing and his hopes for the future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A truly wonderful Conversation In Music with Wayne Marshall, internationally famous pianist, organist, and conductor (OBE). Maestro Marshall's discography and approach to music making are humane and fascinating. A not-to-be missed discussion about his approach to style, keyboard playing, and his hopes for the future. 00:28:02 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-48-wayne-marshall/ Noah Bendix-Balgley 47 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-47-noah-bendix-balgley/ Sun, 16 Jan 2022 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, please tune into a thought provoking conversation with violinist <strong>Noah Bendix-Balgley</strong>, composer of a brilliant new Klezmer (!) violin concerto, and the First Concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Noah relates how he approaches different styles of music, applying the laser focus and total musicality that has brought him to the pinnacle of string playing into a compelling and revealing discussion.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, please tune into a thought provoking conversation with violinist <strong>Noah Bendix-Balgley</strong>, composer of a brilliant new Klezmer (!) violin concerto, and the First Concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Noah relates how he approaches different styles of music, applying the laser focus and total musicality that has brought him to the pinnacle of string playing into a compelling and revealing discussion.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A thought-provoking conversation with violinist Noah Bendix-Balgley, composer of a brilliant new Klezmer violin concerto and the First Concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Noah relates how he approaches different styles of music, applying his laser focus and total musicality. 00:29:01 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-47-noah-bendix-balgley/ Natasha Paremski 46 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-46-natasha-paremski/ Sun, 17 Oct 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, a Conversation In Music with the remarkable <strong>Natasha Paremski</strong>, quite simply one of the greatest pianists on our stages. This discussion delves into how her background in Russian pianism and schooling informs her playing. We discuss the position of the hands, how the fingers touch and release, and how relaxed the arm must be to accomplish unrivaled ease with the most difficult music. Ms. Paremski even makes Rachmaninoff concerti look easy. A dynamic conversation in music not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>On this month's INTERPLAY, a Conversation In Music with the remarkable <strong>Natasha Paremski</strong>, quite simply one of the greatest pianists on our stages. This discussion delves into how her background in Russian pianism and schooling informs her playing. We discuss the position of the hands, how the fingers touch and release, and how relaxed the arm must be to accomplish unrivaled ease with the most difficult music. Ms. Paremski even makes Rachmaninoff concerti look easy. A dynamic conversation in music not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A Conversation In Music with the remarkable Natasha Paremski, one of the greatest pianists on our stages. This discussion delves into how her background in Russian pianism informs her playing, including the position of the hands, finger touch, and the relaxed arm necessary for ease with the most difficult music. A dynamic conversation not to be missed! 00:28:22 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-46-natasha-paremski/ Andrew Litton 45 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-45-andrew-litton/ Sun, 29 Aug 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week's INTERPLAY features a Conversation In Music with a miracle of a musician, <strong>ANDREW LITTON</strong>. Conductor and pianist of undeniable gifts, Maestro Litton is a perfectly natural musician with organic attention to phrasing, style, and projection. We recall our many similar paths over the years, his conducting symphonic works versus ballet, building orchestras and audience across the globe, and how an attention to humanity informs everything he does. Please enjoy this sparkling discussion!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>This week's INTERPLAY features a Conversation In Music with a miracle of a musician, <strong>ANDREW LITTON</strong>. Conductor and pianist of undeniable gifts, Maestro Litton is a perfectly natural musician with organic attention to phrasing, style, and projection. We recall our many similar paths over the years, his conducting symphonic works versus ballet, building orchestras and audience across the globe, and how an attention to humanity informs everything he does. Please enjoy this sparkling discussion!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> This INTERPLAY features a Conversation In Music with ANDREW LITTON, a conductor and pianist of undeniable gifts and a perfectly natural musician. We discuss his approach to phrasing, style, conducting symphonic works versus ballet, building orchestras, and how attention to humanity informs his work. Please enjoy this sparkling discussion! 00:29:44 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-45-andrew-litton/ David Stern 44 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-44-david-stern/ Sun, 08 Aug 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week's INTERPLAY is a Conversation in Music with the remarkable conductor and American in Paris, <strong>David Stern</strong>. At home in creating operatic gems in Europe with his Opera Fuoco and in the US at the Palm Beach Opera, Maestro David Stern, the scion of a legendary family, brings to his performances a unique perspective, passionate and organic. A lively and informative discussion!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>This week's INTERPLAY is a Conversation in Music with the remarkable conductor and American in Paris, <strong>David Stern</strong>. At home in creating operatic gems in Europe with his Opera Fuoco and in the US at the Palm Beach Opera, Maestro David Stern, the scion of a legendary family, brings to his performances a unique perspective, passionate and organic. A lively and informative discussion!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> This week's INTERPLAY is a Conversation In Music with the remarkable conductor and American in Paris, David Stern. At home in creating operatic gems in Europe with his Opera Fuoco and in the US at the Palm Beach Opera, Maestro David Stern, the scion of a legendary family, brings to his performances a unique perspective, passionate and organic. A lively and informative discussion! 00:32:22 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-44-david-stern/ Anton Nel 43 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-43-anton-nel/ Sun, 20 Jun 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>On this week's INTERPLAY, the great pianist <strong>Anton Nel</strong> discusses the master teacher's life during the Pandemic and his hopes for the future as a performing artist. His insights into piano literature, approaches to study, and his favorite works are illuminating. A wonderful talk with a wondrous intelligence and wit.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Anton's website: <a href="https://www.antonnel.com">www.antonnel.com</a></p> <p>On this week's INTERPLAY, the great pianist <strong>Anton Nel</strong> discusses the master teacher's life during the Pandemic and his hopes for the future as a performing artist. His insights into piano literature, approaches to study, and his favorite works are illuminating. A wonderful talk with a wondrous intelligence and wit.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Anton's website: <a href="https://www.antonnel.com">www.antonnel.com</a></p> On this week's INTERPLAY, the great pianist Anton Nel discusses the master teacher's life during the Pandemic and his hopes for the future as a performing artist. His insights into piano literature, approaches to study, and his favorite works are illuminating. A wonderful talk with a wondrous intelligence and wit. 00:30:24 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-43-anton-nel/ Jennifer Roig-Francoli (Alexander Technique) 42 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-42-jennifer-roig-francoli/ Sun, 06 Jun 2021 08:00:00 EST <p><strong>Jennifer Roig-Francoli</strong> is my guest on this week’s Interplay, Conversations in Music. Jennifer is that rare combination of a wonderful musician (in her case a remarkable violinist) and a coach. Who else can one talk to about vibrato in Baroque practice at the same time investigating the beauty of Alexander Technique? Please listen in and observe a wondrous intelligence at play.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Jennifer's website: <a href="https://www.artoffreedom.me">www.artoffreedom.me</a></p> <p><strong>Jennifer Roig-Francoli</strong> is my guest on this week’s Interplay, Conversations in Music. Jennifer is that rare combination of a wonderful musician (in her case a remarkable violinist) and a coach. Who else can one talk to about vibrato in Baroque practice at the same time investigating the beauty of Alexander Technique? Please listen in and observe a wondrous intelligence at play.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Jennifer's website: <a href="https://www.artoffreedom.me">www.artoffreedom.me</a></p> Jennifer Roig-Francoli is my guest on this week’s Interplay, Conversations in Music. Jennifer is that rare combination of a wonderful musician (in her case a remarkable violinist) and a coach. Who else can one talk to about vibrato in Baroque practice at the same time investigating the beauty of Alexander Technique? Please listen in and observe a wondrous intelligence at play. 00:31:32 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-42-jennifer-roig-francoli/ Alex Shapiro 41 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-41-alex-shapiro/ Sun, 23 May 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>On this edition of INTERPLAY, Michael Shapiro speaks with his longtime friend, composer <strong>Alex Shapiro</strong>, about her newest creations and the past, present and future of electroacoustic writing. A conversation between the Shapiros is always scintillating!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Alex's website: <a href="https://www.alexshapiro.org">www.alexshapiro.org</a></p> <p>On this edition of INTERPLAY, Michael Shapiro speaks with his longtime friend, composer <strong>Alex Shapiro</strong>, about her newest creations and the past, present and future of electroacoustic writing. A conversation between the Shapiros is always scintillating!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Alex's website: <a href="https://www.alexshapiro.org">www.alexshapiro.org</a></p> On this edition of INTERPLAY, Michael Shapiro speaks with his longtime friend, composer Alex Shapiro, about her newest creations and the past, present and future of electroacoustic writing. A conversation between the Shapiros is always scintillating! 00:36:24 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-41-alex-shapiro/ James Robinson 40 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-40-james-robinson/ Sun, 09 May 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>On this week’s INTERPLAY, the remarkably gifted stage director <strong>JAMES ROBINSON</strong> joins us to talk about his work directing opera and theater throughout the world. I have long been taken with James’ natural way of directing, and this Conversation is no different for its clarity of purpose and beauty of expression. He is truly an American treasure. Come join us for an insider’s look at what makes theater of all kinds work – from the director’s chair.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>James' website: <a href="https://opera-stl.org/james-robinson">www.opera-stl.org/james-robinson</a></p> <p>On this week’s INTERPLAY, the remarkably gifted stage director <strong>JAMES ROBINSON</strong> joins us to talk about his work directing opera and theater throughout the world. I have long been taken with James’ natural way of directing, and this Conversation is no different for its clarity of purpose and beauty of expression. He is truly an American treasure. Come join us for an insider’s look at what makes theater of all kinds work – from the director’s chair.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>James' website: <a href="https://opera-stl.org/james-robinson">www.opera-stl.org/james-robinson</a></p> On this week’s INTERPLAY, the remarkably gifted stage director JAMES ROBINSON joins us to talk about his work directing opera and theater throughout the world. He is truly an American treasure. Come join us for an insider’s look at what makes theater of all kinds work – from the director’s chair. 00:35:05 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-40-james-robinson/ Arthur Fagen 39 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-39-arthur-fagen/ Sun, 02 May 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>On this week’s INTERPLAY, conductor <strong>Arthur Fagen</strong> is featured in a vibrant talk. Music Director of the Atlanta Opera and professor of orchestral conducting at Indiana University, Maestro Fagen has conducted throughout the world and is highly regarded as one of the great conductors of his era. This Conversation in Music reveals his unique perspectives on the art of conducting combined with his wit and unique storytelling. A total joy for this musician to talk to this brilliant man.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Arthur's website: <a href="https://arthurfagen.com">www.arthurfagen.com</a></p> <p>On this week’s INTERPLAY, conductor <strong>Arthur Fagen</strong> is featured in a vibrant talk. Music Director of the Atlanta Opera and professor of orchestral conducting at Indiana University, Maestro Fagen has conducted throughout the world and is highly regarded as one of the great conductors of his era. This Conversation in Music reveals his unique perspectives on the art of conducting combined with his wit and unique storytelling. A total joy for this musician to talk to this brilliant man.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Arthur's website: <a href="https://arthurfagen.com">www.arthurfagen.com</a></p> A vibrant talk with conductor Arthur Fagen, Music Director of the Atlanta Opera and professor of orchestral conducting at Indiana University. This Conversation in Music reveals his unique perspectives on the art of conducting combined with his wit and unique storytelling. 00:32:25 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-39-arthur-fagen/ Alessio Bax and Lucille Chung 38 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-38-bax-chung/ Sun, 25 Apr 2021 08:00:00 EST <p><strong>Alessio Bax</strong> and <strong>Lucille Chung</strong> are remarkable musicians and a wonderful couple to talk to about music. Each a great pianist, they often join forces to play four-hand and two piano works. Those joint performances are magical as two unique players join forces to create something quite special. Their joint and solo repertoire is vast and thrilling to encounter. Their new festival in Siena is only one of the highlights of their international career. Please join us for a moving Conversation in Music in which they talk about their marriage in life and art!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Alessio's website: <a href="https://www.alessiobax.com">www.alessiobax.com</a></p> <p>Lucille's website: <a href="https://lucillechung.com">www.lucillechung.com</a></p> <p><strong>Alessio Bax</strong> and <strong>Lucille Chung</strong> are remarkable musicians and a wonderful couple to talk to about music. Each a great pianist, they often join forces to play four-hand and two piano works. Those joint performances are magical as two unique players join forces to create something quite special. Their joint and solo repertoire is vast and thrilling to encounter. Their new festival in Siena is only one of the highlights of their international career. Please join us for a moving Conversation in Music in which they talk about their marriage in life and art!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Alessio's website: <a href="https://www.alessiobax.com">www.alessiobax.com</a></p> <p>Lucille's website: <a href="https://lucillechung.com">www.lucillechung.com</a></p> Alessio Bax and Lucille Chung are remarkable musicians and a wonderful couple to talk to about music. Each a great pianist, they often join forces to play four-hand and two piano works. Join us for a moving Conversation in Music in which they talk about their marriage in life and art! 00:26:39 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-38-bax-chung/ Eric Jacobsen 37 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-37-eric-jacobsen/ Sun, 18 Apr 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week’s Interplay is a Conversation in Music with a miraculous musician, <strong>Eric Jacobsen</strong>. Founder with his brother Colin of The Knights, music director of symphonies in Bridgeport and Orlando, and a superb cellist, everything Eric touches sounds fresh and new. I first heard Eric conduct a Brahms orchestral work, and it sounded as if it was the premiere. Eric’s musicianship is exemplary and totally natural, like the man. I know you will enjoy our talk as much as I did. Cannot wait to attend another concert with Eric Jacobsen conducting.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Eric's website: <a href="https://www.jacobseneric.com">www.jacobseneric.com</a></p> <p>This week’s Interplay is a Conversation in Music with a miraculous musician, <strong>Eric Jacobsen</strong>. Founder with his brother Colin of The Knights, music director of symphonies in Bridgeport and Orlando, and a superb cellist, everything Eric touches sounds fresh and new. I first heard Eric conduct a Brahms orchestral work, and it sounded as if it was the premiere. Eric’s musicianship is exemplary and totally natural, like the man. I know you will enjoy our talk as much as I did. Cannot wait to attend another concert with Eric Jacobsen conducting.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Eric's website: <a href="https://www.jacobseneric.com">www.jacobseneric.com</a></p> A Conversation in Music with the miraculous musician, Eric Jacobsen, co-founder of The Knights, music director of symphonies in Bridgeport and Orlando, and a superb cellist. His musicianship is exemplary and totally natural. 00:35:19 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-37-eric-jacobsen/ Tim Fain 36 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-36-tim-fain/ Sun, 04 Apr 2021 08:00:00 EST <p><strong>Tim Fain</strong> is the most remarkable musician I have ever worked with as a composer and conductor. There Is simply no one like him in my experience. Tim has performed all over the world as a soloist with orchestra, chamber musician with Simone Dinnerstein, in a duet with Philip Glass, been our Artist-in-Residence in Chappaqua, recorded my *Peace Variations* and *Second Sonata* for violin and piano with the equally incredible pianist Steven Beck, and played in three Oscar-winning films (*The Black Swan*, *Moonlight*, and *Twelve Years a Slave*). In addition to unique playing and film making, he is a composer and a prophet with a searing artistic vision. I even wrote a new violin concerto for him called 'At the Shore of the Sea' which will be premiered and recorded in coming seasons. Please welcome Tim Fain to this new episode of INTERPLAY, Conversations In Music!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Tim's website: <a href="https://timfain.com">www.timfain.com</a></p> <p><strong>Tim Fain</strong> is the most remarkable musician I have ever worked with as a composer and conductor. There Is simply no one like him in my experience. Tim has performed all over the world as a soloist with orchestra, chamber musician with Simone Dinnerstein, in a duet with Philip Glass, been our Artist-in-Residence in Chappaqua, recorded my *Peace Variations* and *Second Sonata* for violin and piano with the equally incredible pianist Steven Beck, and played in three Oscar-winning films (*The Black Swan*, *Moonlight*, and *Twelve Years a Slave*). In addition to unique playing and film making, he is a composer and a prophet with a searing artistic vision. I even wrote a new violin concerto for him called 'At the Shore of the Sea' which will be premiered and recorded in coming seasons. Please welcome Tim Fain to this new episode of INTERPLAY, Conversations In Music!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Tim's website: <a href="https://timfain.com">www.timfain.com</a></p> Tim Fain is a remarkable violinist, composer, and soloist who discusses his diverse work, from playing in Oscar-winning films to commissioning new concertos. He is a prophet with a searing artistic vision. A unique Conversation In Music! 00:34:49 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-36-tim-fain/ Lidiya Yankovskaya 35 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-35-lidiya-yankovskaya/ Sun, 21 Mar 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week’s Interplay is a Conversation in Music with conductor <strong>Lidiya Yankovskaya</strong>, music director of Chicago Opera Theater, and a remarkable force in the production and presentation of music theater. A fiercely committed advocate for Russian masterpieces, operatic rarities, and new works, Lidiya is that rare person, warm, highly skilled and insightful, with a personal commitment to truth and free expression. It was inspiring talking to Maestra Lidiya Yankovskaya!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Lidiya's website: <a href="https://lidiyayankovskaya.com">www.lidiyayankovskaya.com</a></p> <p>This week’s Interplay is a Conversation in Music with conductor <strong>Lidiya Yankovskaya</strong>, music director of Chicago Opera Theater, and a remarkable force in the production and presentation of music theater. A fiercely committed advocate for Russian masterpieces, operatic rarities, and new works, Lidiya is that rare person, warm, highly skilled and insightful, with a personal commitment to truth and free expression. It was inspiring talking to Maestra Lidiya Yankovskaya!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Lidiya's website: <a href="https://lidiyayankovskaya.com">www.lidiyayankovskaya.com</a></p> Conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya, music director of Chicago Opera Theater, discusses her work as a fiercely committed advocate for Russian masterpieces, operatic rarities, and new works. An inspiring Conversation in Music! 00:31:29 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-35-lidiya-yankovskaya/ Marin Alsop 34 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-34-marin-alsop/ Sun, 14 Mar 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week’s INTERPLAY is a Conversation in Music with our remarkable leader in American music, <strong>Marin Alsop</strong>, in which we share insights from our longtime friendship and her unique passion for justice and the expansion of the repertoire. A thrilling experience from Marin’s new home in Vienna!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Marin's website: <a href="https://www.marinalsop.com">www.marinalsop.com</a></p> <p>This week’s INTERPLAY is a Conversation in Music with our remarkable leader in American music, <strong>Marin Alsop</strong>, in which we share insights from our longtime friendship and her unique passion for justice and the expansion of the repertoire. A thrilling experience from Marin’s new home in Vienna!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Marin's website: <a href="https://www.marinalsop.com">www.marinalsop.com</a></p> A Conversation in Music with the remarkable conductor Marin Alsop, where we share insights into her unique passion for justice and the expansion of the repertoire. A thrilling experience! 00:22:58 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-34-marin-alsop/ David Leibowitz 33 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-33-david-leibowitz/ Sun, 07 Mar 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week’s Interplay, Conversations in Music, is with the remarkable and innovative conductor <strong>David Leibowitz</strong>, Music Director and Founder of the New York Repertory Orchestra. Maestro Leibowitz is deservedly recognized for his programming of not only the so-called traditional repertoire but of much other music that deserves a hearing and gets it in his orchestra’s vibrant repertory structure. David’s dynamic and insightful observations are a must!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>David's website: <a href="https://www.nyro.org">www.nyro.org</a></p> <p>This week’s Interplay, Conversations in Music, is with the remarkable and innovative conductor <strong>David Leibowitz</strong>, Music Director and Founder of the New York Repertory Orchestra. Maestro Leibowitz is deservedly recognized for his programming of not only the so-called traditional repertoire but of much other music that deserves a hearing and gets it in his orchestra’s vibrant repertory structure. David’s dynamic and insightful observations are a must!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>David's website: <a href="https://www.nyro.org">www.nyro.org</a></p> A conversation with the remarkable and innovative conductor David Leibowitz, Music Director and Founder of the New York Repertory Orchestra, focusing on his programming of traditional and new repertoire. David’s dynamic and insightful observations are a must! 00:32:31 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-33-david-leibowitz/ Jan Swafford 32 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-32-jan-swafford/ Sun, 28 Feb 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary <strong>Jan Swafford</strong> whose remarkable biographies of Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Ives are irreplaceable. No one can talk like a great biographer, and when that writer is also a fine and highly expressive composer, there is simply nothing like it. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Jan's website: <a href="https://janswafford.com">www.janswafford.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary <strong>Jan Swafford</strong> whose remarkable biographies of Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Ives are irreplaceable. No one can talk like a great biographer, and when that writer is also a fine and highly expressive composer, there is simply nothing like it. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Jan's website: <a href="https://janswafford.com">www.janswafford.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary Jan Swafford, whose remarkable biographies of Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Ives are irreplaceable. An exceptional conversation with a great biographer and expressive composer. 00:35:37 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-32-jan-swafford/ Maya Beiser 31 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-31-maya-beiser/ Sun, 21 Feb 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This INTERPLAY features cellist <strong>Maya Beiser</strong>. Passionately forging her artistic path through uncharted territories, Maya Beiser has been captivating audiences worldwide, bringing a bold and unorthodox presence to contemporary classical music, experimenting with various musical styles, and defying conventional norms with her boundary-crossing performances. There is simply no one like the unique and captivating Maya Beiser, an extraordinary musician and world force for good.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Maya's website: <a href="https://www.mayabeiser.com">www.mayabeiser.com</a></p> <p>This INTERPLAY features cellist <strong>Maya Beiser</strong>. Passionately forging her artistic path through uncharted territories, Maya Beiser has been captivating audiences worldwide, bringing a bold and unorthodox presence to contemporary classical music, experimenting with various musical styles, and defying conventional norms with her boundary-crossing performances. There is simply no one like the unique and captivating Maya Beiser, an extraordinary musician and world force for good.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Maya's website: <a href="https://www.mayabeiser.com">www.mayabeiser.com</a></p> This INTERPLAY features cellist Maya Beiser, who passionately forges her artistic path through uncharted territories. Her bold and unorthodox presence, experimenting with various musical styles, makes her a unique and captivating musician. 00:33:05 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-31-maya-beiser/ College Conductors 30 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-30-college-conductors/ Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This Interplay digs into the remarkable work being done by five extraordinary conductors at our universities: <strong>James Tapia</strong> (Syracuse University), <strong>Mathias Elmer</strong> (Virginia Tech), <strong>Carolyn Watson</strong> (University of Kansas), <strong>Kevin Suetterlin</strong> (Concordia College), <strong>James Allen Anderson</strong> (University of Delaware). Our talk is a big longer than usual, but these five maestri have insights and an attention for what they do that is infectious and soul redeeming. I just love these fine musicians for their creativity and caring - a special Conversation In Music!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>This Interplay digs into the remarkable work being done by five extraordinary conductors at our universities: <strong>James Tapia</strong> (Syracuse University), <strong>Mathias Elmer</strong> (Virginia Tech), <strong>Carolyn Watson</strong> (University of Kansas), <strong>Kevin Suetterlin</strong> (Concordia College), <strong>James Allen Anderson</strong> (University of Delaware). Our talk is a big longer than usual, but these five maestri have insights and an attention for what they do that is infectious and soul redeeming. I just love these fine musicians for their creativity and caring - a special Conversation In Music!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> A special Conversation In Music digging into the remarkable and infectious work being done by five extraordinary university conductors: James Tapia, Mathias Elmer, Carolyn Watson, Kevin Suetterlin, and James Allen Anderson. 00:52:55 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-30-college-conductors/ Alexander Mickelthwate 29 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-29-alexander-mickelthwate/ Sun, 07 Feb 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>Today's Interplay is a Conversation In Music with the dynamic and wonderfully unique conductor <strong>Alexander Mickelthwate</strong>, Music Director of the Oklahoma City Symphony Orchestra. Maestro Mickelthwate talks about his special programming, the musical life of his area, and his love for Bruckner in particular. Join us for his stimulating and thought provoking insights!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Alexander's page: <a href="https://www.okcphil.org/about-us/history/alexander-mickelthwate/">https://www.okcphil.org/about-us/history/alexander-mickelthwate/</a></p> <p>Today's Interplay is a Conversation In Music with the dynamic and wonderfully unique conductor <strong>Alexander Mickelthwate</strong>, Music Director of the Oklahoma City Symphony Orchestra. Maestro Mickelthwate talks about his special programming, the musical life of his area, and his love for Bruckner in particular. Join us for his stimulating and thought provoking insights!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Alexander's page: <a href="https://www.okcphil.org/about-us/history/alexander-mickelthwate/">https://www.okcphil.org/about-us/history/alexander-mickelthwate/</a></p> A Conversation In Music with the dynamic and unique conductor Alexander Mickelthwate, Music Director of the Oklahoma City Symphony Orchestra, where he discusses his special programming, the musical life of his area, and his love for Bruckner. 00:34:41 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-29-alexander-mickelthwate/ Michael Schelle 28 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-28-michael-schelle/ Sun, 24 Jan 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week’s Interplay with composer <strong>Michael Schelle</strong> is a joyous experience. There is such energy and strength in everything Michael does as a composer and teacher. His wit is unmistakable coupled with a sense of caring and individualism unique in its power. Rejoice in this wonderful Conversation in Music!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael's page: <a href="https://www.butler.edu/directory/user/mschelle">https://www.butler.edu/directory/user/mschelle</a></p> <p>This week’s Interplay with composer <strong>Michael Schelle</strong> is a joyous experience. There is such energy and strength in everything Michael does as a composer and teacher. His wit is unmistakable coupled with a sense of caring and individualism unique in its power. Rejoice in this wonderful Conversation in Music!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael's page: <a href="https://www.butler.edu/directory/user/mschelle">https://www.butler.edu/directory/user/mschelle</a></p> A joyous Conversation in Music with composer and teacher Michael Schelle, whose work reflects great energy, strength, wit, and unique individualism. Rejoice in this wonderful talk! 00:31:13 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-28-michael-schelle/ Gerard Schwarz 27 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-27-gerard-schwarz/ Sun, 17 Jan 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This weekend's INTERPLAY is a fascinating Conversation In Music with <strong>Gerard Schwarz</strong>. Maestro Schwarz's musicianship is a miracle. His breath of experience and the revelations of his work as a conductor, composer, and arranger are unique and truly astonishing. He is quite simply a world treasure.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Gerard's website: <a href="https://www.gerardschwarz.com">www.gerardschwarz.com</a></p> <p>This weekend's INTERPLAY is a fascinating Conversation In Music with <strong>Gerard Schwarz</strong>. Maestro Schwarz's musicianship is a miracle. His breath of experience and the revelations of his work as a conductor, composer, and arranger are unique and truly astonishing. He is quite simply a world treasure.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Gerard's website: <a href="https://www.gerardschwarz.com">www.gerardschwarz.com</a></p> A fascinating Conversation In Music with Gerard Schwarz. Maestro Schwarz's musicianship is a miracle, with a breath of experience and unique revelations of his work as a conductor, composer, and arranger. He is quite simply a world treasure. 00:36:51 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-27-gerard-schwarz/ Gil Shaham and Scott Wheeler 26 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-26-gil-shaham-scott-wheeler/ Sun, 10 Jan 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>Interplay this week, a Conversation in Music, was with violinist <strong>Gil Shaham</strong> and composer <strong>Scott Wheeler</strong>. What could be better than a composer talking about his work with a great musician, and the musician talking about the work the great composer gifted to him. And it's called *The Singing Turk*, which has to be one of the best titles one has ever heard! I so enjoyed this trio talk of wit, grace, and Baroque homage and am sure you will also.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Gil's website: <a href="https://www.gilshaham.com/">www.gilshaham.com</a></p> <p>Scott's website: <a href="https://www.scottwheeler.org">www.scottwheeler.org</a></p> <p>Interplay this week, a Conversation in Music, was with violinist <strong>Gil Shaham</strong> and composer <strong>Scott Wheeler</strong>. What could be better than a composer talking about his work with a great musician, and the musician talking about the work the great composer gifted to him. And it's called *The Singing Turk*, which has to be one of the best titles one has ever heard! I so enjoyed this trio talk of wit, grace, and Baroque homage and am sure you will also.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Gil's website: <a href="https://www.gilshaham.com/">www.gilshaham.com</a></p> <p>Scott's website: <a href="https://www.scottwheeler.org">www.scottwheeler.org</a></p> Interplay this week was a Conversation in Music with violinist Gil Shaham and composer Scott Wheeler, discussing their collaboration on The Singing Turk. A delightful talk of wit, grace, and Baroque homage. 00:27:05 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-26-gil-shaham-scott-wheeler/ Giancarlo Guerrero 25 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-25-giancarlo-guerrero/ Sun, 03 Jan 2021 08:00:00 EST <p>This week on Interplay, conductor <strong>Giancarlo Guerrero</strong> joins me in a Conversation In Music about his pathfinding discoveries in new American music and the influence of Serge Koussevitzky on that quest. As music director of the great Nashville Symphony and guest at the great orchestras of the world, Maestro Guerrero's elan and joyful spirit are irresistible and profound.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Giancarlo's website: <a href="https://www.giancarlo-guerrero.com">www.giancarlo-guerrero.com</a></p> <p>This week on Interplay, conductor <strong>Giancarlo Guerrero</strong> joins me in a Conversation In Music about his pathfinding discoveries in new American music and the influence of Serge Koussevitzky on that quest. As music director of the great Nashville Symphony and guest at the great orchestras of the world, Maestro Guerrero's elan and joyful spirit are irresistible and profound.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Giancarlo's website: <a href="https://www.giancarlo-guerrero.com">www.giancarlo-guerrero.com</a></p> Conductor Giancarlo Guerrero joins me in a Conversation In Music about his pathfinding discoveries in new American music and the influence of Serge Koussevitzky on that quest. His elan and joyful spirit are irresistible and profound. 00:32:50 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-25-giancarlo-guerrero/ Chee-Yun 24 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-24-chee-yun/ Sun, 27 Dec 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>On this week's INTERPLAY, Conversations in Music, Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary violinist <strong>Chee-Yun</strong>, whose wondrous and radiant playing has thrilled audiences worldwide.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Chee-Yun's website: <a href="https://www.chee-yun.net">www.chee-yun.net</a></p> <p>On this week's INTERPLAY, Conversations in Music, Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary violinist <strong>Chee-Yun</strong>, whose wondrous and radiant playing has thrilled audiences worldwide.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Chee-Yun's website: <a href="https://www.chee-yun.net">www.chee-yun.net</a></p> On this week's INTERPLAY, Conversations in Music, Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary violinist Chee-Yun, whose wondrous and radiant playing has thrilled audiences worldwide. 00:30:36 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-24-chee-yun/ Deborah Simpkin King 23 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-23-deborah-simpkin-king/ Sun, 20 Dec 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>This week's Interplay is a conversation with the extraordinary conductor, <strong>Deborah Simpkin King</strong>, music director of Ember, a dynamic choral group in the metropolitan area that champions new music. Composers and audience just love Maestra King's musicianship which is full of life and deeply profound. In addition to her conducting, she is a widely read writer on music and promoter of additional performances of new choral work in her Project Encore series. Deborah enriches everything she touches with her wishes for joy and peace.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Deborah's website: <a href="https://www.deborahsking.com">www.deborahsking.com</a></p> <p>This week's Interplay is a conversation with the extraordinary conductor, <strong>Deborah Simpkin King</strong>, music director of Ember, a dynamic choral group in the metropolitan area that champions new music. Composers and audience just love Maestra King's musicianship which is full of life and deeply profound. In addition to her conducting, she is a widely read writer on music and promoter of additional performances of new choral work in her Project Encore series. Deborah enriches everything she touches with her wishes for joy and peace.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Deborah's website: <a href="https://www.deborahsking.com">www.deborahsking.com</a></p> A conversation with the extraordinary conductor, Deborah Simpkin King, music director of Ember, a dynamic choral group that champions new music. Her musicianship is profound, and she is a promoter of new choral work in her Project Encore series. 00:27:45 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-23-deborah-simpkin-king/ Daron Hagen 22 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-22-daron-hagen/ Sun, 06 Dec 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>This week's INTERPLAY is with the joyously profound <strong>Daron Hagen</strong>, composer, director, writer, producer, teacher, etc. infinitum. A delight in every way, Daron brings an expertise and joie de vivre to everything he touches. Enjoy this wonderful Conversation In Music and Daron's unique thoughts on music and Orson Welles!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Daron's website: <a href="https://www.daronhagen.com">www.daronhagen.com</a></p> <p>This week's INTERPLAY is with the joyously profound <strong>Daron Hagen</strong>, composer, director, writer, producer, teacher, etc. infinitum. A delight in every way, Daron brings an expertise and joie de vivre to everything he touches. Enjoy this wonderful Conversation In Music and Daron's unique thoughts on music and Orson Welles!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Daron's website: <a href="https://www.daronhagen.com">www.daronhagen.com</a></p> This week's INTERPLAY is with the joyously profound Daron Hagen, composer, director, writer, producer, and teacher. A delight in every way, Daron brings an expertise and joie de vivre to everything he touches. Enjoy his unique thoughts on music and Orson Welles! 00:21:40 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-22-daron-hagen/ Jennifer Higdon 21 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-21-jennifer-higdon/ Sun, 29 Nov 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>This weekend's INTERPLAY is with one of my favorite people, composer <strong>Jennifer Higdon</strong>. Jennifer is that rare artist, whose compositions reflect the very essence of her wondrous intellect, humanity, and warmth. I just loved doing this Conversation In Music and hope you will enjoy watching it as much as I had in talking about her remarkable music making!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Jennifer's website: <a href="https://jenniferhigdon.com">www.jenniferhigdon.com</a></p> <p>This weekend's INTERPLAY is with one of my favorite people, composer <strong>Jennifer Higdon</strong>. Jennifer is that rare artist, whose compositions reflect the very essence of her wondrous intellect, humanity, and warmth. I just loved doing this Conversation In Music and hope you will enjoy watching it as much as I had in talking about her remarkable music making!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Jennifer's website: <a href="https://jenniferhigdon.com">www.jenniferhigdon.com</a></p> This weekend's INTERPLAY is with composer Jennifer Higdon, whose compositions reflect the very essence of her wondrous intellect, humanity, and warmth. A remarkable Conversation In Music about her work. 00:31:33 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-21-jennifer-higdon/ Michael Christie 20 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-20-michael-christie/ Sun, 22 Nov 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Conductor <strong>Michael Christie</strong> is an American treasure. Recently named music director of the New West Symphony, Maestro Christie has always been equally at home in opera and symphony. His championing of new American works is a mark of his dedication to the expansion and enriching of his art. With an unusual command and interest in bringing classical music to more people, he has an unmistakable warmth and connection.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael's website: <a href="https://www.michaelchristieonline.com">www.michaelchristieonline.com</a></p> <p>Conductor <strong>Michael Christie</strong> is an American treasure. Recently named music director of the New West Symphony, Maestro Christie has always been equally at home in opera and symphony. His championing of new American works is a mark of his dedication to the expansion and enriching of his art. With an unusual command and interest in bringing classical music to more people, he has an unmistakable warmth and connection.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael's website: <a href="https://www.michaelchristieonline.com">www.michaelchristieonline.com</a></p> Conductor Michael Christie, music director of the New West Symphony, discusses his work in opera and symphony, and his dedication to championing new American works. He has an unmistakable warmth and connection in bringing classical music to more people. 00:24:45 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-20-michael-christie/ Blind Mississippi Morris 19 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-19-blind-mississippi-morris/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 08:00:00 EST <p><strong>Blind Mississippi Morris</strong> is that rare kind of musician. Master of the Delta Blues and virtuoso of the harmonica, he is the King of Beale Street and anywhere he performs. Not only a unique Conversation In Music with a great artist, this is a special look into the origins of his music making and why his message to the world is so important and crucial now. I know that my life is forever blessed by his music making. You will never feel the same after experiencing his supreme gift.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Morris' website: <a href="https://www.blindmississippimorris.com">www.blindmississippimorris.com</a></p> <p><strong>Blind Mississippi Morris</strong> is that rare kind of musician. Master of the Delta Blues and virtuoso of the harmonica, he is the King of Beale Street and anywhere he performs. Not only a unique Conversation In Music with a great artist, this is a special look into the origins of his music making and why his message to the world is so important and crucial now. I know that my life is forever blessed by his music making. You will never feel the same after experiencing his supreme gift.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Morris' website: <a href="https://www.blindmississippimorris.com">www.blindmississippimorris.com</a></p> Blind Mississippi Morris, Master of the Delta Blues and virtuoso of the harmonica, discusses the origins of his music and his important message to the world. A unique Conversation In Music with a great artist. 00:24:15 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-19-blind-mississippi-morris/ Iván Fischer 18 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-18-ivan-fischer/ Sun, 25 Oct 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>In this week's Interplay, Michael Shapiro talks to <strong>Iván Fischer</strong> about his remarkable compositions, many centered in Jewish culture and European Kultur, his background as a renowned Hungarian musician, and the practical experience of the international conductor.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>In this week's Interplay, Michael Shapiro talks to <strong>Iván Fischer</strong> about his remarkable compositions, many centered in Jewish culture and European Kultur, his background as a renowned Hungarian musician, and the practical experience of the international conductor.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro talks to Iván Fischer about his remarkable compositions, background as a renowned Hungarian musician, and the practical experience of the international conductor. 00:28:54 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-18-ivan-fischer/ Sara Sant'Ambrogio 17 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-17-sara-sant-ambrogio/ Sun, 18 Oct 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary cellist <strong>Sara Sant'Ambrogio</strong>. Her joie de vivre is unmistakable, reflected in her vibrant and profoundly musical playing which comes directly from her magnetic personality and brilliance. A joyous conversation about her life and abundant zest for communicating. Rapturous!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Sara's website: <a href="https://www.sarasantambrogio.com">www.sarasantambrogio.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary cellist <strong>Sara Sant'Ambrogio</strong>. Her joie de vivre is unmistakable, reflected in her vibrant and profoundly musical playing which comes directly from her magnetic personality and brilliance. A joyous conversation about her life and abundant zest for communicating. Rapturous!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Sara's website: <a href="https://www.sarasantambrogio.com">www.sarasantambrogio.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro talks to the extraordinary cellist Sara Sant'Ambrogio. Her vibrant and profoundly musical playing is a reflection of her magnetic personality and brilliance. A joyous conversation about her life and abundant zest for communicating. Rapturous! 00:30:47 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-17-sara-sant-ambrogio/ Simone Dinnerstein 16 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-16-simone-dinnerstein/ Sun, 11 Oct 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>This INTERPLAY features a wonderful conversation with pianist <strong>Simone Dinnerstein</strong>, whose interpretations of music by Couperin and Bach to Gershwin and Glass are luminous and unique. Find out how she learns every work through deeply felt study. A remarkable look into the mind of a poetic artist.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Simone's website: <a href="https://www.simonedinnerstein.com">www.simonedinnerstein.com</a></p> <p>This INTERPLAY features a wonderful conversation with pianist <strong>Simone Dinnerstein</strong>, whose interpretations of music by Couperin and Bach to Gershwin and Glass are luminous and unique. Find out how she learns every work through deeply felt study. A remarkable look into the mind of a poetic artist.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Simone's website: <a href="https://www.simonedinnerstein.com">www.simonedinnerstein.com</a></p> This INTERPLAY features a wonderful conversation with pianist Simone Dinnerstein, whose interpretations of music are luminous and unique. Find out how she learns every work through deeply felt study. A remarkable look into the mind of a poetic artist. 00:27:04 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-16-simone-dinnerstein/ Sir James Galway 15 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-15-sir-james-galway/ Sun, 04 Oct 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>There is simply no one like <strong>Sir James Galway</strong>. The great flutist has played in more venues, presenting so many different kinds of music from the Berlin Philharmonic to the Chieftains to the Lord of the Rings, that his position is unparalleled. And with his beautiful wife, <strong>Lady Jeanne Galway</strong>, the Galway Flute Academy is spreading the word to a future generation of flutists throughout the world. Sir James has a flair of speech that makes this Interplay a sterling and personal Conversation In Music. Supreme enjoyment from a master musician!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Sir James' website: <a href="https://www.jamesgalway.com">www.jamesgalway.com</a></p> <p>The Galway Flute Academy: <a href="https://www.galwayfluteacademy.com">www.galwayfluteacademy.com</a></p> <p>There is simply no one like <strong>Sir James Galway</strong>. The great flutist has played in more venues, presenting so many different kinds of music from the Berlin Philharmonic to the Chieftains to the Lord of the Rings, that his position is unparalleled. And with his beautiful wife, <strong>Lady Jeanne Galway</strong>, the Galway Flute Academy is spreading the word to a future generation of flutists throughout the world. Sir James has a flair of speech that makes this Interplay a sterling and personal Conversation In Music. Supreme enjoyment from a master musician!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Sir James' website: <a href="https://www.jamesgalway.com">www.jamesgalway.com</a></p> <p>The Galway Flute Academy: <a href="https://www.galwayfluteacademy.com">www.galwayfluteacademy.com</a></p> There is simply no one like Sir James Galway. The great flutist has played in more venues and styles than almost anyone. He and his wife, Lady Jeanne Galway, discuss his unparalleled career and their work with the Galway Flute Academy. Supreme enjoyment from a master musician! 00:37:05 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-15-sir-james-galway/ Martin Bresnick 14 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-14-martin-bresnick/ Sun, 27 Sep 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>This Interplay features composer <strong>Martin Bresnick</strong>, an American treasure. Bresnick's chamber, song, orchestral, opera, and solo music grows organically from what are often kernels of sound in ripened expression full of rich power. This Conversation In Music elucidates his art in a down to earth talk - how an important and great artist thinks about what he has done - and the many students at Yale he has brought along. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Martin's website: <a href="https://www.martinbresnick.com">www.martinbresnick.com</a></p> <p>This Interplay features composer <strong>Martin Bresnick</strong>, an American treasure. Bresnick's chamber, song, orchestral, opera, and solo music grows organically from what are often kernels of sound in ripened expression full of rich power. This Conversation In Music elucidates his art in a down to earth talk - how an important and great artist thinks about what he has done - and the many students at Yale he has brought along. Not to be missed!</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Martin's website: <a href="https://www.martinbresnick.com">www.martinbresnick.com</a></p> This Interplay features composer Martin Bresnick, an American treasure. His music is rich in power and organic expression. This Conversation In Music elucidates his art and his work mentoring students at Yale. Not to be missed! 00:32:53 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-14-martin-bresnick/ Francesca Zambello 13 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-13-francesca-zambello/ Sun, 20 Sep 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro speaks to <strong>Francesca Zambello</strong>, internationally beloved director and producer, in a compelling talk about where music theater has been and her hopes for its future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Francesca's website: <a href="https://www.francescazambello.com">www.francescazambello.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro speaks to <strong>Francesca Zambello</strong>, internationally beloved director and producer, in a compelling talk about where music theater has been and her hopes for its future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Francesca's website: <a href="https://www.francescazambello.com">www.francescazambello.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro speaks to Francesca Zambello, internationally beloved director and producer, in a compelling talk about where music theater has been and her hopes for its future. 00:30:16 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-13-francesca-zambello/ Adrian Partington 12 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-12-adrian-partington/ Sun, 13 Sep 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro talks to <strong>Adrian Partington</strong> about his remarkable work as a conductor and organist, Director of Music at the Gloucester Cathedral, conductor of the BBC National Chorus of Wales, co-leader of the Three Choirs Festival, and so much more.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Adrian's page: <a href="https://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/music/cathedral-choir/biographies/director-of-music-adrian-partington-3454.php">www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro talks to <strong>Adrian Partington</strong> about his remarkable work as a conductor and organist, Director of Music at the Gloucester Cathedral, conductor of the BBC National Chorus of Wales, co-leader of the Three Choirs Festival, and so much more.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Adrian's page: <a href="https://www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk/music/cathedral-choir/biographies/director-of-music-adrian-partington-3454.php">www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk</a></p> Michael Shapiro talks to Adrian Partington about his remarkable work as a conductor and organist, as Director of Music at the Gloucester Cathedral, conductor of the BBC National Chorus of Wales, and co-leader of the Three Choirs Festival. 00:35:19 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-12-adrian-partington/ Andreas Haefliger 11 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-11-andreas-haefliger/ Sun, 06 Sep 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro interviews the unique pianist <strong>Andreas Haefliger</strong>. Listen to his approach to the piano, wonderful heritage, and special relationship with the great masters.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Andreas' website: <a href="https://www.andreashaefliger.com">www.andreashaefliger.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro interviews the unique pianist <strong>Andreas Haefliger</strong>. Listen to his approach to the piano, wonderful heritage, and special relationship with the great masters.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Andreas' website: <a href="https://www.andreashaefliger.com">www.andreashaefliger.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro interviews the unique pianist Andreas Haefliger. Listen to his approach to the piano, wonderful heritage, and special relationship with the great masters. 00:30:51 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-11-andreas-haefliger/ Lara Downes 10 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-10-lara-downes/ Sun, 30 Aug 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro, host, converses with pianist <strong>Lara Downes</strong> about her concern with human rights, the expansion of American piano literature, and her hopes for the future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Lara's website: <a href="https://www.laradownes.com">www.laradownes.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro, host, converses with pianist <strong>Lara Downes</strong> about her concern with human rights, the expansion of American piano literature, and her hopes for the future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Lara's website: <a href="https://www.laradownes.com">www.laradownes.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro, host, converses with pianist Lara Downes about her concern with human rights, the expansion of American piano literature, and her hopes for the future. 00:26:46 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-10-lara-downes/ Jamie Bernstein 9 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-09-jamie-bernstein/ Sun, 23 Aug 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro’s Interplay conversation with writer and film maker <strong>Jamie Bernstein</strong>, daughter of Leonard Bernstein, reveals her new projects, inspirations, and hopes for a humane world, including wonderful remembrances about her unique mother Felicia Montealegre.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro’s Interplay conversation with writer and film maker <strong>Jamie Bernstein</strong>, daughter of Leonard Bernstein, reveals her new projects, inspirations, and hopes for a humane world, including wonderful remembrances about her unique mother Felicia Montealegre.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro’s Interplay conversation with writer and film maker Jamie Bernstein, daughter of Leonard Bernstein, reveals her new projects, inspirations, and hopes for a humane world, including wonderful remembrances about her unique mother Felicia Montealegre. 00:37:44 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-09-jamie-bernstein/ Gabriela Montero 8 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-08-gabriela-montero/ Sun, 16 Aug 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with pianist <strong>Gabriela Montero</strong> about her pianism, compositions, and improvisational skills.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Gabriela's website: <a href="https://www.gabrielamontero.com">www.gabrielamontero.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with pianist <strong>Gabriela Montero</strong> about her pianism, compositions, and improvisational skills.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Gabriela's website: <a href="https://www.gabrielamontero.com">www.gabrielamontero.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with pianist Gabriela Montero about her pianism, compositions, and improvisational skills. 00:28:21 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-08-gabriela-montero/ Garrett Keast 7 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-07-garrett-keast/ Sun, 09 Aug 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>Garrett Keast</strong> about his international career, now centered in Berlin, Germany, and the travails and challenges for an American conductor.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Garrett's website: <a href="https://www.garrettkeast.com">www.garrettkeast.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>Garrett Keast</strong> about his international career, now centered in Berlin, Germany, and the travails and challenges for an American conductor.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Garrett's website: <a href="https://www.garrettkeast.com">www.garrettkeast.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor Garrett Keast about his international career, now centered in Berlin, Germany, and the travails and challenges for an American conductor. 00:32:34 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-07-garrett-keast/ Norman Lebrecht 6 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-06-norman-lebrecht/ Sun, 02 Aug 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with author, critic, and historian <strong>Norman Lebrecht</strong> about the foundations of his writings, the background of his latest book, "*Genius and Anxiety, How Jews Changed the World 1847-1947*," and the role of world Jewry in today’s society.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Norman's website: <a href="https://www.normanlebrecht.com">www.normanlebrecht.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with author, critic, and historian <strong>Norman Lebrecht</strong> about the foundations of his writings, the background of his latest book, "*Genius and Anxiety, How Jews Changed the World 1847-1947*," and the role of world Jewry in today’s society.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Norman's website: <a href="https://www.normanlebrecht.com">www.normanlebrecht.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with author, critic, and historian Norman Lebrecht about his writings, including his latest book, "Genius and Anxiety, How Jews Changed the World 1847-1947," and the role of world Jewry in today’s society. 00:29:40 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-06-norman-lebrecht/ Band Maestros 5 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-05-band-maestros/ Sun, 26 Jul 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductors and professors <strong>Sarah McKoin</strong> (Texas Tech), <strong>Robert Carnochan</strong> (University of Miami), <strong>David Kehler</strong> (Kennesaw State University), <strong>Albert Nguyen</strong> (University of Memphis), and <strong>Kevin Sedatole</strong> (Michigan State University) about their upcoming plans for wind ensemble programs at their colleges, the development of new works for band, and the future of wind literature.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductors and professors <strong>Sarah McKoin</strong> (Texas Tech), <strong>Robert Carnochan</strong> (University of Miami), <strong>David Kehler</strong> (Kennesaw State University), <strong>Albert Nguyen</strong> (University of Memphis), and <strong>Kevin Sedatole</strong> (Michigan State University) about their upcoming plans for wind ensemble programs at their colleges, the development of new works for band, and the future of wind literature.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with five extraordinary college conductors and professors about their upcoming plans for wind ensemble programs, the development of new works for band, and the future of wind literature. 00:33:12 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-05-band-maestros/ Elliott Forrest 4 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-04-elliott-forrest/ Sun, 19 Jul 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with broadcaster and producer <strong>Elliott Forrest</strong> about his many productions such as *Considering Matthew Shepard* with Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare and original work called *The Babbling Orchestra* with Michael Shapiro.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Elliott's website: <a href="https://www.elliottforrest.com">www.elliottforrest.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with broadcaster and producer <strong>Elliott Forrest</strong> about his many productions such as *Considering Matthew Shepard* with Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare and original work called *The Babbling Orchestra* with Michael Shapiro.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Elliott's website: <a href="https://www.elliottforrest.com">www.elliottforrest.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with broadcaster and producer Elliott Forrest about his many productions such as Considering Matthew Shepard and original work called The Babbling Orchestra with Michael Shapiro. 00:29:33 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-04-elliott-forrest/ Jerry Junkin 3 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-03-jerry-junkin/ Sun, 12 Jul 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>Jerry Junkin</strong>, conductor of the Dallas Winds, UT Austin Wind Ensemble, and ensembles in Japan and China. Junkin describes working with both university and professional organizations and the challenges of both.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>Jerry Junkin</strong>, conductor of the Dallas Winds, UT Austin Wind Ensemble, and ensembles in Japan and China. Junkin describes working with both university and professional organizations and the challenges of both.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor Jerry Junkin, conductor of the Dallas Winds, UT Austin Wind Ensemble, and ensembles in Japan and China. Junkin describes working with both university and professional organizations and the challenges of both. 00:33:33 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-03-jerry-junkin/ JoAnn Falletta 2 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-02-jo-ann-falletta/ Sun, 05 Jul 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>JoAnn Falletta</strong>, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic about her international conducting, legacy of promoting American composers, and desire to work soon again.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>JoAnn's website: <a href="https://www.joannfalletta.com">www.joannfalletta.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>JoAnn Falletta</strong>, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic about her international conducting, legacy of promoting American composers, and desire to work soon again.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>JoAnn's website: <a href="https://www.joannfalletta.com">www.joannfalletta.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic about her international conducting, legacy of promoting American composers, and desire to work soon again. 00:26:01 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-02-jo-ann-falletta/ Leonard Slatkin 1 full Michael Shapiro https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-01-leonard-slatkin/ Sun, 05 Jul 2020 08:00:00 EST <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>Leonard Slatkin</strong> (St. Louis Symphony, National Symphony, Lyons Philharmonic, and BBC Symphony) about his recorded legacy, promotion of American composers for many years, and hopes for the future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Leonard's website: <a href="https://www.leonardslatkin.com">www.leonardslatkin.com</a></p> <p>Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor <strong>Leonard Slatkin</strong> (St. Louis Symphony, National Symphony, Lyons Philharmonic, and BBC Symphony) about his recorded legacy, promotion of American composers for many years, and hopes for the future.</p> <p>Find out more at <a href="https://www.michaelshapiro.com">www.michaelshapiro.com</a></p> <p>Leonard's website: <a href="https://www.leonardslatkin.com">www.leonardslatkin.com</a></p> Michael Shapiro in conversation with conductor Leonard Slatkin (St. Louis Symphony, National Symphony, Lyons Philharmonic, and BBC Symphony) about his recorded legacy, promotion of American composers for many years, and hopes for the future. 00:35:06 no Music https://www.michaelmarkowski.com/interplay/episodes/episode-01-leonard-slatkin/