Podcast
Season 1: Repertoire Selection & Programming
One of the biggest issues facing busy conductors is choosing the right music for themselves, their ensembles and their audiences.
I break down the tools and strategies to choose repertoire that works in the time available, is musically satisfying and meets the learning needs of both conductor and ensemble.
Episode 1: Setting Goals for Guaranteed Growth & Learning
Episode 2: Make Real Music Faster with Appropriate Repertoire
Episode 3: Creating Balanced, Contrasting Programs
Episode 4: The Concert: Creating An Emotional Journey
Episode 5: Finding New Music: Being A Repertoire Detective
Episode 6: Discernment: How to Pick Quality Music
Episode 7: Engaging Players & Audiences with Thematic Programming
Season 2: Better Rehearsals
What do players need from conductors from before the first rehearsal up to the performance?
In this season I’m joined by co-host Tom Grayden, undergraduate student at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, to break down the rehearsal process. We highlight how needs differ with context, explaining how to adapt your rehearsals to school, community or professional ensembles.
Episode 1: Get Prepared for the Big Picture
Episode 2: From Paper to Performance: Score Study, Imagination & Interpretation
Episode 3: First Rehearsals: Trust, Expectations & Listening Like Crazy
Episode 4: Plan, Reflect, Adapt: How to Make Progress in Rehearsal
Episode 5: Fostering Engagement with Questions, Conviction & Repetition
Episode 6: Final Rehearsals: Cultivating Confidence & Security
Episode 7: Memorable Performances: Balancing Stability & Risk Taking
As Guest
Rethinking Rehearsal and Performance on the Music Ed Mentor Podcast
Empathetic Leadership on the Change Your Tune Podcast
Vulnerability and Embodying Our Emotions on the Change Your Tune Podcast
Challenging Long Held Beliefs on the Change Your Tune Podcast
Conducting Training for Composers on The Portfolio Composer Podcast