It takes years for a Broadway musical to hit the stage, but on OFF BOOK: The Improvised Musical, you get a brand new original musical every week! Each episode, Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino and a special guest create a new musical on the spot. Accompanied by Scott Passarella, King of Pianists, Pianist of Kings.
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Host Julie Amacher provides an in-depth exploration of a new classical music release each week.
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"SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through thoughtful dialogue and organic hilarity. A nice surprise: in each episode of SmartLess, one of the hosts reveals his mystery guest to the other two. What ensues is a genuinely improvised and authentic conversation filled with laughter and newfound knowledge to feed the SmartLess mind. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen ...
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Join Lily Ludwig, Austin Packard, Music Director Sam Scheidler, and drummer Chris Ditton as they create brand new musicals — completely on the fly — alongside some of Chicago’s most charming music improvisers and performers. Welcome to the scene!
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Two strikingly handsome middle-aged men get together every other week to discuss jazz in depth. Irreverent, irascible, engaged.
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This podcast features free audio guitar lessons taught by Desi Serna, author of Fretboard Theory and Guitar Theory For Dummies. Learn how scales, chords, progressions, modes, and more get applied to the fretboard and familiar songs. Hear how to best get your playing skills in order. Begin to improvise and compose. Understand why your favorite songs sound so good. ➝ What do you specifically need to do in order to play guitar better? Visit the GuitarMusicTheory.com website to get FREE custom v ...
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Exploring what it means to be faithfully Christian in our always-changing world with its challenges and opportunities. I like to think out loud and talk with friends about biblical texts, books, politics, sports, music, films, and basically anything that interests me. This is all an attempt to be fully alive in God’s good world and to enjoy the liberating reality of the Christian gospel.
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Live, improvised, experimental sets of psychedelic post-punk rock soundscapes by Brooklyn trio The Plaster Cramp. New episodes air Thursdays at midnight on Radio Free Brooklyn.
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Ambient Soundscapes by Errant Space A soundtrack suitable for working, sleeping or spacing out. Use as background music; best at a low volume. All music. Set to loop if desired.
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A podcast about the greatest piano music ever composed.
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Few names are as synonymous with improv as Matt Besser. Founding member of the Upright Citizens Brigade and a regular performer in the world-famous show Asssscat, Matt brings you a fully improvised weekly podcast featuring the best improvisers in the universe. Music by Bobby Matthews and Dragoon. Looking for the archives? All episodes older than 6 months can be unlocked exclusively on improv4humans.com. Sign up for one plan and get bonus scenes every week as well as tons of new content so yo ...
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Dive into the art of guitar and improvisation with expert insights, practical tips, and inspiring conversations. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, this series covers everything from technique and theory to creative approaches for developing your unique sound. Join us for engaging discussions, gear reviews, and interviews with musicians who live and breathe the craft.
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The WMI FolkTales podcast is an original award-winning production that features improvised re-imaginings of classic folk tales from around the world, hosted by acclaimed storyteller Bill Gordh. Each episode features a guest artist who joins Bill for a musical re-telling of a beloved story from their culture. Recommended for children of all ages. WMI Folk Tales podcasts are supported by music lovers like you. We thank you! Podcast producer: Kate Winn Audio courtesy of Cliff Hahn Sound Podcast ...
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The podcast that asks actors, improvisers, musicians and entertainers what else is true about them and their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A monthly chat with guests from the world of musicals, comedy and improv. From the people behind the West End sensation Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
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I love teaching music to kids! I am a certified Orff Schulwerk teacher and plan to share lessons about singing, playing instruments, recorder technique, creative movement, improvisation, guided listening, and other techniques that will help you teach music better! Find more information and ideas on my blog: www.MakeMomentsMatter.org
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“Bass Case” is a podcast series designed for electric and double bassists. Phil gives instruction on topics as varied as items you should pack in your bass case to playing blues bass lines. [email protected]
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The Harmonious Blacksmith: A Music Theory Exploration is a podcast dedicated to unraveling the complexities of music theory, designed for music theorists, musicians, educators, and students alike. Whether you're a seasoned composer, an aspiring music student, or a music historian, this podcast provides insightful discussions, expert interviews, and deep dives into the principles that shape Western classical and contemporary music. Each episode explores key topics such as harmonic analysis, c ...
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Simplifying growth for musicians- especially violin, viola, fiddle, and cello players and teachers- with tips, insights, tools, and stories to grow in their practice, teaching, and career. Exploring intersections in creativity, music education, string playing, music business, and culture, Creative Strings is a non-profit organization supporting music education via online curriculum, orchestra classroom outreach, in-person retreats/conferences, and more. Executive director and host Christian ...
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Geoff Gascoyne chats to big-name (and upcoming) jazz soloists as they pick and play their favourite jazz standards and talk about their jazz lives. A mix of candid discussion, technical insights and spontaneous improvisation, this weekly podcast is a must-listen for everyone that loves jazz. Geoff is a renowned jazz bass player and prolific composer and producer with credits on over 100 albums and a book of contacts to die for! He is also executive producer of the best-selling Quartet jazz s ...
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Two people making music on the fly... Bugs In The Basement creates improvised musical journeys from an array of vintage and handmade instruments to modern technologies. Recorded live from our basement studio in the Pacific Northwest, each week we experiment in the process of making exploratory music and soundscapes. Unmixed, unedited and unapologetic.
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Long-form interviews with creative people of all types (often musicians), hosted by Leo Sidran. Stories of discovery, loss, ambition, identity, improvisation, risk, and reward. The intersection between the art and the craft, living and making a living, the personal and the professional. The place where all of these meet is the Third Story.
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The Choir Fam Podcast is a venue for conversations about the current state of choral music. Hosts Dean Luethi and Matthew Myers seek to bring the worldwide choral community closer together through their discussions with a variety of guests who work with choir in its various forms. The goal of the podcast is to provide listeners with interesting tidbits of knowledge they could use in day-to-day choral rehearsals and to bring light to the ways that issues in the choral field are being observed ...
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An improvised night of drinks and music
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In 40 Watt Podcast you can find commentary, interviews, and news in the music world. We'll discuss guitars, amps, effects and how they are used and influence the music around us and the music of the past.
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One of the original podcasts from world-renowned improviser and character actor Billy Merritt. Enjoy improvised podcasts, commercials, and scenes while getting to know a make-believe community's occupants and one-of-a-kind culture. Quirky, passionate, and committed to their town, these fictional folks are beyond entertaining. ("Podcast Town" is a long-form improv format developed by Billy Merritt for The BIT Comedy Network.)
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Jazzpath.com presents introductory jazz improvisation lessons.
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"On the Watch for the Active Ear"
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Ready for something different? Something... weird? We are! In each episode, hosts Donnie and Ryan discuss a wide range of topics that explore our collective understanding of the physical and non-physical world, the authors and researchers who have discovered mind-expanding truths, and the every day examples of just how abnormal our spaces actually are. And that’s not all! At the end of every episode your listening pleasure is further enhanced by improvised music that embodies abnormality in ...
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A Musical Tabletop Mystery An Actual Play RPG Podcast that’s also Improvised Musical Theater? Who would do that? And why is it so good!? In this show, a group of private investigators solve supernatural mysteries by rolling dice and singing songs. Inspired by shows like Worlds Beyond Number, Dimension 20, and Campaign from the One Shot network, this show stars comedians who are serious about telling good stories. Give it a listen: you’re going to laugh, you’re going to be charmed by the char ...
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New improvised music by Distraub, if you like glitches, Drum n Bass, Ambient, Electronic, or Soundscapes you may find something you like here
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The Good Listening To Show: Stories of Distinction & Genius
Chris Grimes - Facilitator. Coach. Motivational Comedian
"If you tell your Story 'out loud' then you're much more likely to LIVE it out loud" and that's what this show is for: To help you to tell your Story - 'get it out there' - and reach a large global audience as you do so. It's the Storytelling Show in which I invite movers, makers, shakers, mavericks, influencers and also personal heroes into a 'Clearing' (or 'serious happy place') of my Guest's choosing, to all share with us their stories of 'Distinction & Genius'. Think "Desert Island Discs ...
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Hosted by Huw V Williams, he chats to fellow musicians about life and music within the jazz and improvised music world.
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Organ improvisations, repertoire, Catholic Masses, and church services
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This is the official podcast from Nekrogoblikon singer, John Goblikon! He interviews his famous friends from Comedy, Music, and Entertainment where hilarity ensues.
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A podcast of experimental and noise music
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A podcast from renowned silent film accompanist/historian Ben Model covering the techniques of creating and performing live scores to silent films, as well as a discussion of the language of silent cinema. Find what goes on in the mind of a silent film accompanist before, during and after playing for a show. Learn about the aesthetics of silent filmmaking and storytelling language.
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”The Composer’s Cut,” with host composer-cellist Mathew Arrellín is a podcast where we dive deep into the creative processes of composers and performers in the contemporary music scene. Each episode features insightful conversations with musicians who share their journeys, inspirations, and challenges, offering listeners a unique glimpse into the making of modern music. Whether you’re a fellow composer, performer, or simply a lover of contemporary music, this podcast explores the stories beh ...
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Welcome to the ADGRODcast! We are ADGROD! This Universe's only 3 piece, all improvised band with a music podcast! Our life forces are sustained by the subject recommendations you send us for songs. So contact us, fill our bellies, & we will reciprocate with tasty licks on the show using your idea!
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#42: Charm Scene LIVE - "Jump With Me" at The Annoyance Theatre!
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52:29It's our first ever CHICAGO LIVE SHOW! Take the jump with us as we take on the Annoyance Theatre with another fully improvised musical - and a surprise? Confused comas, purchased Portugals, grumbling grannies, and more on this week's Charm Scene! Cast: Lily Ludwig, Austin Packard Music Director: Sam Scheidler Drums: Chris Ditton Special thanks to S…
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343. Enuiiiiiiiii! (LIVE from Toronto)
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1:33:20The following was recorded LIVE at the Royal Theater in Toronto ON on December 10th 2024, and features masters of their craft (instruments) Eric Gersen on keys and Nick Fraser on the drums! Due to some technical difficulties the audio quality of this recording is unfortunately slightly distorted, but don't let that stop you from enjoying the story …
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05.08.25 )) . . (( childhood enhance the street either he knows undoBy The Plaster Cramp
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Fill up your airbag and lather yourself in fire-gel, it’s David Leitch. We discuss the literal and figurative pratfalls of the industry— cherry picking, Culver City for Tokyo, and of course: pickleball injuries. Preparation plus opportunity equals miracles, Sister… on an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes o…
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Melitara Dentata aka The Blue Cactus Borer
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1:20:52Recorded live on May 16th, 2025 Two people making music on the fly… Bugs In The Basement creates improvised musical journeys from an array of vintage and handmade instruments to modern technologies. Recorded live from our basement studio in the Pacific Northwest, each week we experiment in the process of making exploratory music and soundscapes. Un…
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Founder Story: Being Bold & Breaking the Mold with Susan McGhee, Trailblazing CEO of Flexible Childcare Services Scotland: When Childcare Meets Social Justice & Families Can Flourish
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46:02Send us a text What does it take to revolutionize a childcare system that hasn't changed in decades? In this candid conversation, Susan McGhee – the vibrant, self-described "thrawn" (delightfully stubborn) founder & CEO of Flexible Child Care Services Scotland – reveals how her innovative pay-by-the-hour childcare model is transforming family lives…
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Ep. 120 - Unlocking Humanity and Vulnerability Through Choral Singing - Chris Maunu
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51:07“I think during my formative years, shying away from my true self – my authentic self – that's definitely shaped how I approach being in front of choirs, using choir as a platform to really encourage kids to be themselves. I think there's a vulnerability to singing where it really is an avenue to accessing the truest parts of ourselves, and so that…
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288: Crossing the river - 20 years of "Al otro lado del rio"
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1:22:09Twenty years ago, “Al otro lado del río" became the first Spanish-language song to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Written by Jorge Drexler in a single day while staying in Madison, Wisconsin, and recorded in a mix of home and studio settings, the song’s journey was as unexpected as its lyrics suggested. At the time, it felt like an an…
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Episode 10. Janek Gwizdala (Bass) - 'Moment's Notice'
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55:34Geoff catches up with the internationally respected bass player and record producer Janek Gwizdala who is fresh off a flight from his home in LA for a series of London gigs. What does it take to transform from a wide-eyed teenager in South London to a sought-after bass virtuoso commanding respect around the globe? This episode captures a deeply per…
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Season 2 Episode 3: MAZURKAS - Part II
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1:52:11In this second of two episodes on Chopin Mazurkas, pianist Garrick Ohlsson confronts Chopin’s most genius and epic Mazurkas; Polish musician Janusz Prusinowski reveals the living tradition of Mazurking through its diverse folk styles and instruments developed over centuries; pianist and soprano Chelsea Guo stops by to sing some Chopin – specificall…
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Send us a text In this episode of Bass Case, Phil demonstrates and discusses Lydian mode. Contact: [email protected] Phil
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Ep174 Recreating Iconic 80s Tones For Kemper and Helix with Matt Reviere
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1:36:47In episode 174 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I chat with Carrie Underwood guitarist Matt Reviere about recreating classic 80s guitar tones for the Kemper Profiling Amplifier and Line 6 Helix using the new Inspired by the 80s pack from Tone Junkie. We discuss his workflow for analyzing songs, dialing in tones, and jamming on iconic riffs from …
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What can we say about the lovely Tina Fey? The talented actor, writer, creator and producer is granted 1-hour of time from her parole officer / daughter to blast out a quick pod with her GPS ankle-bracelet triangulated by 3 cell towers. It's explosive, it's magical, and it Juliennes fries. This episode was originally released on 5/10/2021. Subscrib…
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Sexy Buff Crypt Keeper (w/ Ben Rogers, Dominic Dierkes)
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1:04:41One shining moment; den pinball machine; road rage vs. property rage; carnival games scam claw machine; drug symptoms ad make great loads. Unlock the BONUS SCENE(S) at improv4humans.com and gain access to every episode of i4h, all ad-free, as well as TONS of exclusive new podcasts delving deeper into improv, the history of comedy, music and sci-fi.…
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Joe Bill--Legendary Chicago Improviser, Teacher and Sage!!
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1:01:08Joe Bill is widely regarded as one of the best teachers of Improvisation in America today. He is one of the founding members of Annoyance Theater Chicago, was the Director of Corporate Training at iO Chicago for 15 years, and a Teacher & Guest Artist in Residence at The Second City Conservatory & Training Center for another 15 years. Joe first prac…
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Detroit Symphony Orchestra presents Wynton Marsalis' 'Blues Symphony'
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37:05On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis talks about his ‘Blues Symphony,’ which was featured on latest recording by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media
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Paul's Prayer Report in Ephesians 1
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1:11:20In this episode, I talk about how Paul reports he is praying for his audiences at the end of Ephesians 1.
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Casey Rocket & a Goblin Riff So Hard
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1:01:11Casey Rocket (Kill Tony) and John Goblikon (Dave Rispoli) riff on all things Georgia, Kill Tony, Living in Waymo’s, and of course, why the rapper Riff Raff is a modern day philosopher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy John Goblikon
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Ep. 39: The Bull, The Horns (The Search for the Shroud 3 of 6)
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43:19We rejoin our Do Re Mi Detectives deep in the desert as they prepare to meet with monster hunters Koma Inu. Content Warnings: Suicide mentioned at 29:25 -30:00 & 31:45-32:15 Inspector Greystone is special guest Jeffrey Kranz (@Jeffrey_The_Red) Mara Vertere is Lauren Drake (@laladrake) Aubrey Stump is Camilla Franklin (@Camillastrator) Music by Noah…
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05.01.25 )) . . (( rent runs has always been by the sea corruptBy The Plaster Cramp
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Snap a flare off - it’s Mr. Pete Buttigieg. We talk trucks, fish, the WWE, rush-delivery marriage, and a cottage industry of custom homemade nail polish. What time did you eat your first M&M today? It’s an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now…
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Send us a text Music_Theory_Rebuild — Redefining the Foundations of Music Theory THIS EPISODE IS A FULL SUMMARY OF MY FIRST 16 EPISODES. In this transformative episode of our music theory podcast, "Music_Theory_Rebuild", we dive deep into rethinking the core principles of music theory. Whether you're a music student, musician, music theorist, or si…
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Founder Story: Fellow Podcast Host of 'People Are Everything' Julia Duthie, on her Journey of Resilience and Resourcefulness from Dogbone Street to the Microphone!
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45:18Send us a text From the moment you meet Julia Duthie, you're struck by her natural optimism and what she calls her "champion hustler" spirit. Behind her success as a bestselling Author, Podcast Host, and Trusted Advisor lies an extraordinary journey that began on "Dogbone Street" - a road nicknamed for its distinctive shape with two roundabouts res…
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Legendary singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega looks back at her remarkable career — and forward to her new album, Flying with Angels, her first collection of original songs in nearly a decade. From the moment she emerged in the 1980s with her self-titled debut and follow-up Solitude Standing, Vega has occupied a singular space in popular music. Known fo…
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Episode 700!! LIVE from SXSW 2025 (w/ James Adomian, Lisa Gilroy, Anthony Antamanuik)
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1:12:52i4h celebrates 700 episodes with a live recording from SXSW with pineapple statues; feeding of the brain spoon via neuro links; Tom Hanks gets played off; Capt. Sully parachuting horses; and the Beatles write a song…I’m Ringo; the Piss Pass app. Huge thanks to all the humans who have supported the show along the ride to 700, most especially to our …
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Episode 9. Tom Ollendorff (Guitar) - 'Cotton Tail'
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42:47This week Geoff is in West London to meet one of the best-known young guitarists to emerge onto the international jazz scene – Tom Ollendorff. What makes a great guitarist instantly recognisable? How do you develop a personal musical language that transcends technical proficiency? These questions lie at the heart of Geoff’s conversation with the vi…
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Trogoderma Variabile aka The Warehouse Beetle
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1:32:37Recorded live on May 1st, 2025 Two people making music on the fly… Bugs In The Basement creates improvised musical journeys from an array of vintage and handmade instruments to modern technologies. Recorded live from our basement studio in the Pacific Northwest, each week we experiment in the process of making exploratory music and soundscapes. Unm…
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Explore the world of jazz guitar and the art of improvisation with Guitar and Improvisation. This podcast delves into the traditions, techniques, and creative mindset of jazz greats, offering practical insights and inspiring stories for guitarists and jazz enthusiasts alike. Whether you're honing your craft or simply love the sound of jazz, each ep…
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Bass Case S2 E09: "Phrygian and Locrian Modes"
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12:47Send us a text In this episode of Bass Case, Phil demonstrates and discusses Phrygian and Locrian modes. Contact: [email protected] Phil
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Ashley Jackson explores love, freedom, hope and rebirth in 'Take Me to the Water'
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22:09On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ American harpist Ashley Jackson talks about her latest album, which explores the ways that water and music can connect us. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media
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Jazz Bastard Podcast 314 - Melody, Please
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1:34:54The boys ponder a batch of 2025 releases on the search for memorable, hummable melodies. These being 2025 jazz albums, you can guess the results of the search. Still, much to enjoy is these very diverse selections. Sean Imboden Large Ensemble– COMMUNAL HEART; Dayna Stephens – HOPIUM; Chicago Jazz Orchestra – MORE AMORE; Camila Meza- PORTAL.…
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Send us a text In this episode of Bass Case, Phil discusses playing in a "2" feel. Contact: [email protected] Phil
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Sklar Brothers, Janeane Garofalo, & a Goblin LIVE @ Moontower Comedy Fest
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1:06:17Live from the Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin, TX the Sklar Brothers (What We Do in the Shadows, Better Call Saul) talk with John Goblikon (aka Dave Rispoli) about all things the Olsen twins while Janeane Garofalo (Dogma, The Ben Stiller Show) goes on a deep dive of her iconic career!SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/RIGHTNOW to sa…
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#41: "Into The Internet" with Brandon Michael Thomas!
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59:58Welcome to the world wide web! Brandon Michael Thomas RETURNS for a net-spanning adventure through cyberspace. Digital denizens, bashful "bugs," flirty feet pics and more on this week's fully improvised Charm Scene! Cast: Lily Ludwig, Austin Packard, Brandon Michael Thomas Music Director: Sam Scheidler Drums: Chris Ditton Follow us @CharmScenePod o…
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