The Principles of Music Podcast is a series of talks, masterclasses and Q+A's with virtuoso guitarist Bryan Baker. Hosted by Luke Lewis of GuitarVivo.com, PoM is a unique look into the philosophy of making, studying and enjoying music.
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Ep.12 J.S. Bach's The St. Matthew Passion
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3:54:25Send us a text In today's episode, Bryan talks about J.S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion If you want to support the show you can sign up to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast You'll get Episodes in Video Form Early Episode Access Exclusive Transcriptions and Other Bonus Content Access to Patron only Live Events…
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Send us a text In today's episode, Bryan talks about Trust and Truth. If you want to support the show you can sign up to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast You'll get Episodes in Video Form Early Episode Access Exclusive Transcriptions and Other Bonus Content Access to Patron only Live Events 00:00 What today's talk is abo…
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Send us a text This episode was filmed as a live event on zoom. If you want to be involved with future episode recordings, join our pattern : https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast In this session, Bryan discusses the role and importance of Rhythm and Groove. As well as, why it is often overlooked in favour of other aspects such as harmon…
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Send us a text In today's episode, Bryan riffs on the subject of riffs. A traditionally guitaristic term that actually has a profound meaning if you're willing to approach it with one. If you want to support the shouw you can sign up to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast You'll get Episodes in Video Form Early Episode Acce…
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Send us a text In this episode, Bryan builds on the concepts discussed in ep.2 Artistry This episode looks to change your perspective on the role of performance and how it relates philosophically to self=belief, self-image and more If you have questions, email us at [email protected] and join our FB group to stay up to day: https://www.face…
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Friday Five - #1 - Schubert, Young Widows, Classic Mountain Song, Wagner, Beethoven
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27:44Send us a text In our new sub-series, The Friday Five, Bryan takes us through five pieces of music that have been in his listening rotation this week. New episodes will be updated on the second and fourth Friday of every month. Sign up to our Patreon for bonus content, early releases, livestreams and more - https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusic…
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Send us a text In this episode, Bryan builds on the concepts discussed in ep.6 Sound. This episode looks to change your perspective on the role of dynamics in a piece of music by giving practical examples and exercises. If you have questions, email us at [email protected] and join our FB group to stay up to day: https://www.facebook.com/gro…
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Send us a text In this episode Bryan talks about SOUND... a frequently overlooked aspect of our playing. We dive deeply into how the simple act of considering it and understanding the tools at your disposal will benefit your playing the-fold. With his typical blend of philosophising and practical examples, Bryan shows you how to discover the breadt…
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Send us a text In this episode, Bryan discusses the topic of "Listening" Most musicians simply don't listen enough. In this podcast, Bryan will talk you through the importance of listening, the act of listening, and some specific listening recommendations. These include: String Quartets (e.g. Hyden, Mozart) Beethovens String Quartet by the Suske Qu…
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Send us a text In this episode Bryan explores the subject of rhythm and its often overlooked importance as one of the key principles of music. Addressing the the power of rhythm and it's role in the hierarchy of music and communication, this episode looks to give you a whole new perspective. To get in touch with us, email [email protected] …
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Send us a text In this episode Bryan gets into how paradoxical the Blues is and how to play with an appreciation for what authentically gives the blues its charm. This is an absolute must listen for every guitarist let alone blues guitarists. NOTE: Tinariwen is the name of the Malian band Bryan Mentions "The Blues is like a wooden hut, but you open…
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Send us a text In episode 2 of the Principles of Music Podcast, Bryan talks about artistry; Its importance and how to best cultivate it. Topics Covered Include; Nietzsche's Apollonian and Dionysian instincts as they relate to artists. The Irrationality of Music Approaching Versatility Performance If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and shar…
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Send us a text Welcome to the brand new Principles of Music Podcast. In our first episode, Bryan explores the subject of technique from a host of different perspectives, including; What technique really is and the musical advantages it affords us The pitfalls associated with technical practice How to develop it in a way that avoids those pitfalls T…
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