Mar 2024

What do musical terms really mean?

Classical music is packed with weird and wonderful musical terminology. Steve Wright speaks to author and critic Jessica Duchen about the meaning and stories behind some of music’s most common terms. This episode is sponsored by Bang & Olufsen. Learn more about your ad choices. V ... Show More

31m 27s

Mar 2024

How do you play the French horn?

The uplifting sound of the horn, particularly in an orchestral setting, is familiar to audiences worldwide – but how do you play this wonderful instrument? Charlotte Smith interviews former London Symphony, London Philharmonic and current Royal Opera House principal horn David Py ... Show More

40m 2s

Mar 2024

How do you write a film soundtrack?

Classical film scores have given us some of the most recognisable music ever written – and film screenings with a live orchestral soundtrack in the concert hall are increasingly popular. But where do you start when writing a soundtrack and how do you capture that magic? Michael B ... Show More

31m 24s

Nov 2019

Igor Levit

The insightful pianist offers a Beethoven bonanza, ranging from the mesmerizing pulse of the popular "Moonlight" Sonata to flashes of wry humor and tender beauty.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your p ... Show More

Jan 2020

Max Richter

The eclectic composer joins members of the ACME ensemble for some of his most affecting music, which moves the audience to tears.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NP ... Show More

Aug 2024

The Moth Podcast: Instrumental

On this episode, we celebrate musicians with two stories about learning to play an instrument. Plus, we feature some music by Mazz Swift, recorded at a recent Moth Mainstage.Host: Michelle JalowskiStorytellers:Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician. Mari Bla ... Show More

19m 50s

Feb 2020

Elisapie

The Canadian singer-songwriter gives a deep, soulful performance against a sometimes moody backdrop of bass saxophone and bowed guitars.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship prefere ... Show More

Mar 2022

The Sounds of Ukrainian Pop

A conversation about some of the country’s stars, the musical traditions they work within and how they have grappled with the war. Guest: Vogue's Liana Satenstein. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite p ... Show More

39m 59s

Sep 2025

Accordion Virtuoso and More

A standout 16-year-old accordionist from Eugene, Oregon brings style and sensitivity. We meet a 17-year-old guitarist and math whiz. A teen cellist performs Villa-Lobos’ Song of the Black Swan.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for s ... Show More

33m 20s

Jan 2024

Let's Get Stringy

In today's episode, Stephen and Joanna pour over some of the most passionate music ever performed and conceived - the violin concerto. They explore the mechanics of violin playing, discuss their favourite virtuoso fiddlers and also explore major works by Elgar, Brahms, Tchaikovsk ... Show More

32m 49s

Apr 2023

Fake Bands, Real Songs: The Best Tunes by Made-Up Musicians

From Daisy Jones and the Six to the Oneders, we look at the best songs by fictional artists, with Alan Sepinwall joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 9m

How do you look after your voice?