Jon Tolansky interviews Joe Hallman Joe Hallman is a young Philadelphia-based composer who, as he acknowledges, has had the opportunity to work with some of today's most talented musicians. He has been a longtime collaborator with the cellist Alisa Weilerstein (they just returned from a successful premiere of his newest Cello Concerto with the St. Petersburg Chamber Philharmonic). His recently-written series of chamber concerti, composed for members of the Philadelphia Orchestra and New York Philharmonic, have garnered acclaim for their wit and strength. In his interview, Joe recalls an unusual incident with his music teacher, discusses his String Quartet Complements, recalls his trip to Russia and the idiosyncrasies of Russian orchestras, and much more.
Jon Tolansky interviews Alon Goldstein Alon Goldstein is a pianist with a powerful gift for communication whose artistry has touched audiences and critics alike throughout Europe, Israel and the United States. Admired for his musical intelligence and warmth of personality, Alon's artistic vision and innovative programming have brought him to the forefront of his generation. Alon Goldstein's podcast includes his recollections of studying with the legendary Leon Fleisher, who was so impressed with him that he invited him to become his assistant.
Jon Tolansky interviews Ashu Concert saxophonist Ashu has defied conventions, winning major international and national competitions traditionally won by pianists and violinists. He made his recital debut at Carnegie Hall's Weill Hall in New York, and his concerto debut at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. He was just 16 at the time. Since then, performances have taken him throughout Europe and the United States. In his podcast, Ashu includes a look at some rarely performed music of strong and evocative character that ranges from the mid-19th century to today.
Jon Tolansky interviews Leanna Primiani Composer-conductor Leanna Primiani is a native of California. She has studied with such noted musicians as Leonard Slatkin, Peter Eötvös, and Steven Stucky. Her work, Sirens for Orchestra, was premiered by Leonard Slatkin and the Nashville Symphony in February 2009. Leanna Primiani's podcast includes her description of her ambitious new opera Truman, which sets the life of former US President Harry Truman.
Joe Hallman is a young Philadelphia-based composer who, as he acknowledges, has had the opportunity to work with some of today's most talented musicians. He has been a longtime collaborator with the cellist Alisa Weilerstein (they just returned from a successful premiere of his newest Cello Concerto with the St. Petersburg Chamber Philharmonic). His recently-written series of chamber concerti, composed for members of the Philadelphia Orchestra and New York Philharmonic, have garnered acclaim for their wit and strength. In his interview, Joe recalls an unusual incident with his music teacher, discusses his String Quartet Complements, recalls his trip to Russia and the idiosyncrasies of Russian orchestras, and much more.
Alon Goldstein is a pianist with a powerful gift for communication whose artistry has touched audiences and critics alike throughout Europe, Israel and the United States. Admired for his musical intelligence and warmth of personality, Alon's artistic vision and innovative programming have brought him to the forefront of his generation. Alon Goldstein's podcast includes his recollections of studying with the legendary Leon Fleisher, who was so impressed with him that he invited him to become his assistant.
Concert saxophonist Ashu has defied conventions, winning major international and national competitions traditionally won by pianists and violinists. He made his recital debut at Carnegie Hall's Weill Hall in New York, and his concerto debut at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. He was just 16 at the time. Since then, performances have taken him throughout Europe and the United States. In his podcast, Ashu includes a look at some rarely performed music of strong and evocative character that ranges from the mid-19th century to today.
Composer-conductor Leanna Primiani is a native of California. She has studied with such noted musicians as Leonard Slatkin, Peter Eötvös, and Steven Stucky. Her work, Sirens for Orchestra, was premiered by Leonard Slatkin and the Nashville Symphony in February 2009. Leanna Primiani's podcast includes her description of her ambitious new opera Truman, which sets the life of former US President Harry Truman.
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