http://www.markdavinobenza.com Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:35:28 +0000 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:35:28 +0000 60 en All rights reserved feeds@soundcloud.com (SoundCloud Feeds) All things choral. Director of the Byrd Ensemble, Producer for Scribe Records and host of ThisChoirNerd podcast. A podcast about music things, mostly. Hosted by Markdavin Obenza. Markdavin Obenza no https://i1.sndcdn.com/avatars-000278981262-eyw83s-original.jpg http://www.markdavinobenza.com Choir, Choral, Singing, Musicmarkdavinobenza@gmail.comMarkdavin Obenza tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1689804636 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:35:28 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/25-tim-scott-whiteley-professional-ensemble-singing-and-touring-with-the-tallis-scholars 00:54:27 Markdavin Obenza no December, 13, 2023 A conversation with Tallis Scholars Baritone-Bass Tim Scott Whiteley. We talk about his musical upbringing, the Tallis Scholars sound and its evolution over the years, his group Cinquecento, touring with the Tallis Scholars, and the state of professional ensemble in the UK. Tim Scott Whiteley https://www.facebook.com/timscottwhiteley Tallis Scholars https://www.thetallisscholars.co.uk/ Cinquecento https://www.ensemblecinquecento.com Support THISCHOIRNERD podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd December, 13, 2023 A conversation with Tallis Sc… December, 13, 2023 A conversation with Tallis Scholars Baritone-Bass Tim Scott Whiteley. We talk about his musical upbringing, the Tallis Scholars sound and its evolution over the years, his group Cinquecento, touring with the Tallis Scholars, and the state of professional ensemble in the UK. Tim Scott Whiteley https://www.facebook.com/timscottwhiteley Tallis Scholars https://www.thetallisscholars.co.uk/ Cinquecento https://www.ensemblecinquecento.com Support THISCHOIRNERD podcast on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1552233046 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:52:16 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/24-talk-to-my-agent-artist-representation-explained-with-marianne-lacrosse 00:52:19 Markdavin Obenza no June 27, 2023 A conversation with Marianne LaCrosse, founder of Suòno Artist Management, about all things related to artist representation, how to succeed as a musician, the state of classical music post COVID, live Q&A and more. More about Suòno Artist Management at: https://www.suonoartistmanagement.com/ June 27, 2023 A conversation with Marianne LaCr… June 27, 2023 A conversation with Marianne LaCrosse, founder of Suòno Artist Management, about all things related to artist representation, how to succeed as a musician, the state of classical music post COVID, live Q&A and more. More about Suòno Artist Management at: https://www.suonoartistmanagement.com/ markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1551493156 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:59:30 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/ep-23-tackling-intonation-problems-in-the-choral-setting 01:23:11 Markdavin Obenza no February 3, 2023 A conversation about intonation in the choral setting with Orrin Doyle, tenor and co-founder of the Byrd Ensemble. We will discuss the difficulties addressing intonation, some misconceptions around the causes of intonation problems, and offer some tips on how to properly diagnose and correct it. All are welcome to join us for this live conversation and participate in the Q&A at the end of the podcast! Support the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd February 3, 2023 A conversation about intonation… February 3, 2023 A conversation about intonation in the choral setting with Orrin Doyle, tenor and co-founder of the Byrd Ensemble. We will discuss the difficulties addressing intonation, some misconceptions around the causes of intonation problems, and offer some tips on how to properly diagnose and correct it. All are welcome to join us for this live conversation and participate in the Q&A at the end of the podcast! Support the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1177291753 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 21:48:01 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/herbert-howells-1892-1983-a-spotless-rose 00:03:04 Markdavin Obenza no LIVE from November 2012. Soloist: Thomas Segen LIVE from November 2012. Soloist: Thomas Segen LIVE from November 2012. Soloist: Thomas Segen markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1088254405 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 20:45:19 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/22-vocal-anatomy-and-production-with-neel-k-bhatt-md 00:59:13 Markdavin Obenza no Conversation with laryngologist (voice doctor) Neel Bhatt, MD about the voice. We will talk about vocal anatomy and production, what makes our voices unique, ways to alter the voice through exercise and surgery, COVID concerns around singing, and much more. Support the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd Conversation with laryngologist (voice doctor) Ne… Conversation with laryngologist (voice doctor) Neel Bhatt, MD about the voice. We will talk about vocal anatomy and production, what makes our voices unique, ways to alter the voice through exercise and surgery, COVID concerns around singing, and much more. Support the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/930507592 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 22:09:43 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/21-benedict-sheehans-liturgy-of-st-john-chrysostom 00:50:31 Markdavin Obenza no Conversation with composer and conductor Benedict Sheehan and Mark Powell, executive director of Portland-based Cappella Romana and Cappella Records, about the Sheehan's setting of Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom. Read more about the new release here: https://cappellaromana.org/sheehanliturgy/ Conversation with composer and conductor Benedict… Conversation with composer and conductor Benedict Sheehan and Mark Powell, executive director of Portland-based Cappella Romana and Cappella Records, about the Sheehan's setting of Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom. Read more about the new release here: https://cappellaromana.org/sheehanliturgy/ markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/897219247 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:25:52 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/20-filming-101-for-musicians-with-film-director-kelly-schwarze 00:34:38 Markdavin Obenza no A conversation with Emmy-nominated film director and producer Kelly Schwarze on the fundamentals of filmmaking, specifically for musicians and performers now bringing their performances to the digital platform in the COVID era. Join the LIVE conversation and learn how to produce a memorable video for your audience in this digitally saturated world. *** Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd https://indiefilmfactory.com/ A conversation with Emmy-nominated film director … A conversation with Emmy-nominated film director and producer Kelly Schwarze on the fundamentals of filmmaking, specifically for musicians and performers now bringing their performances to the digital platform in the COVID era. Join the LIVE conversation and learn how to produce a memorable video for your audience in this digitally saturated world. *** Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd https://indiefilmfactory.com/ markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/897215983 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:18:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/19-tenor-zach-finkelsteins-new-release-dark-is-yonder-town 01:00:27 Markdavin Obenza no A conversation with tenor Zach Finkelstein's new release, "Dark is Yonder Town," featuring arrangements of Benjamin Britten and John Dowland folk songs, and new music by composer Jesse Jones and Ricardo Zohn-Muldoon. This episode will also feature guitarist Dieter Hennings-Yeomans, and composers Jesse Jones and Ricardo Zohn-Muldoon. The album is available for purchase here: Physical CD from my site: https://bit.ly/31JrK39 Digital purchase from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3juLn4R Stream from Apple music: https://apple.co/31IVD3p *** Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd A conversation with tenor Zach Finkelstein's new … A conversation with tenor Zach Finkelstein's new release, "Dark is Yonder Town," featuring arrangements of Benjamin Britten and John Dowland folk songs, and new music by composer Jesse Jones and Ricardo Zohn-Muldoon. This episode will also feature guitarist Dieter Hennings-Yeomans, and composers Jesse Jones and Ricardo Zohn-Muldoon. The album is available for purchase here: Physical CD from my site: https://bit.ly/31JrK39 Digital purchase from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3juLn4R Stream from Apple music: https://apple.co/31IVD3p *** Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/885266422 Mon, 31 Aug 2020 21:03:14 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/18-music-theory-with-jonathan-bernard 01:10:34 Markdavin Obenza no A LIVE conversation with University of Washington Professor of Music Theory, Jonathan Bernard. We will talk about what music theory is and what it can tell us about music. We will talk about the evolution of music theory as a discipline and where it is headed. Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd A LIVE conversation with University of Washington… A LIVE conversation with University of Washington Professor of Music Theory, Jonathan Bernard. We will talk about what music theory is and what it can tell us about music. We will talk about the evolution of music theory as a discipline and where it is headed. Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/878621809 Wed, 19 Aug 2020 19:46:04 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/15-a-conversation-with-peter-phillips-director-of-the-tallis-scholars-full 01:01:11 Markdavin Obenza no A conversation with one of the most influential mentors in my musical life. Very few (maybe nobody?) has done more than Peter Phillips, through his work with the world-famous Tallis Scholars, to bring Renaissance polyphony to the classical mainstage. This conversation will be oriented around his book, "What We Really Do: The Tallis Scholars." Topics include: Inspiration for starting The Tallis Scholars, the sound, interpretation, tempo, authenticity, recording, ideal singers, Renaissance polyphony on the main stage, and a short Question and Answer session. Recorded on May 25, 2020 *** Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon for access to exclusive interviews and musical tech content! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd You can also support them by playing their Tallis Scholars playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YhD7hlMxrBCHK0pWfOlmu A conversation with one of the most influential m… A conversation with one of the most influential mentors in my musical life. Very few (maybe nobody?) has done more than Peter Phillips, through his work with the world-famous Tallis Scholars, to bring Renaissance polyphony to the classical mainstage. This conversation will be oriented around his book, "What We Really Do: The Tallis Scholars." Topics include: Inspiration for starting The Tallis Scholars, the sound, interpretation, tempo, authenticity, recording, ideal singers, Renaissance polyphony on the main stage, and a short Question and Answer session. Recorded on May 25, 2020 *** Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon for access to exclusive interviews and musical tech content! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd You can also support them by playing their Tallis Scholars playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YhD7hlMxrBCHK0pWfOlmu markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/849230617 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 22:12:18 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/17-supply-and-demand-in-classical-music-with-kosta-ruslanov 01:37:03 Markdavin Obenza no A LIVE conversation with Dr. Kosta Ruslanov, PhD about the role of economics in the Classical music business. We talk about Supply and Demand in music, conceptualizing the 'price' of a musician in economic terms, Taylor Swift and the Matthew effect, ratio of music graduates to available jobs, digital content, importance of adding complementary skillsets, Netflix/Patreon model for digital content, and government funding in music. Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon for access to exclusive interviews and musical tech content! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd Support Dr. Kosta Ruslanov, PhD on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UncleKosta And on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BElMA23-GkA Referenced books: The Economics of Music (The Economics of Big Business) https://a.co/iUxuiWd The Perilous Life of Symphony Orchestras: Artistic Triumphs and Economic Challenges https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0300171935/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_rCM-EbYD63CP *Average % of government support for Canadian orchestras: 40% of total income. For the EU it's around 70%, for the US around 10% -The Perilous life of Symphony Orchestras, chapter 7 (for the US), and chapter 10 for the EU and Canada A LIVE conversation with Dr. Kosta Ruslanov, PhD … A LIVE conversation with Dr. Kosta Ruslanov, PhD about the role of economics in the Classical music business. We talk about Supply and Demand in music, conceptualizing the 'price' of a musician in economic terms, Taylor Swift and the Matthew effect, ratio of music graduates to available jobs, digital content, importance of adding complementary skillsets, Netflix/Patreon model for digital content, and government funding in music. Support THISCHOIRNERD on patreon for access to exclusive interviews and musical tech content! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd Support Dr. Kosta Ruslanov, PhD on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UncleKosta And on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BElMA23-GkA Referenced books: The Economics of Music (The Economics of Big Business) https://a.co/iUxuiWd The Perilous Life of Symphony Orchestras: Artistic Triumphs and Economic Challenges https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0300171935/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_rCM-EbYD63CP *Average % of government support for Canadian orchestras: 40% of total income. For the EU it's around 70%, for the US around 10% -The Perilous life of Symphony Orchestras, chapter 7 (for the US), and chapter 10 for the EU and Canada markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/844958614 Mon, 22 Jun 2020 21:24:52 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/16-choral-covid-talk-with-heather-maclaughlin-garbes 00:48:21 Markdavin Obenza no A conversation with Dr. Heather MacLaughlin Garbes, director of Seattle-based group Mägi Ensemble (a women’s chamber choir that performs compositions from the Baltics) and President of Greater Seattle Choral Consortium (GSCC). We will talk about the Magi Ensemble and digital choral performances in COVID. A conversation with Dr. Heather MacLaughlin Garbe… A conversation with Dr. Heather MacLaughlin Garbes, director of Seattle-based group Mägi Ensemble (a women’s chamber choir that performs compositions from the Baltics) and President of Greater Seattle Choral Consortium (GSCC). We will talk about the Magi Ensemble and digital choral performances in COVID. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/827916673 Mon, 25 May 2020 21:57:51 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/14-a-conversation-with-peter-phillips-director-of-the-tallis-scholars-patreon-only 00:00:27 Markdavin Obenza no Director of the Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips talks about his approach to text in music. Subscribe to ThisChoirNerd on Patreon to hear the full conversation:) https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd The conversation is oriented around his book, "What We Really Do: The Tallis Scholars," available for purchase for $35 (normally $60) here: https://py.pl/9RcoXpcXFpe Proceeds will go directly to supporting The Tallis Scholars, who are suffering financially from the COVID pandemic. You can also support them by playing their Tallis Scholars playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YhD7hlMxrBCHK0pWfOlmu Topics include: Inspiration for starting The Tallis Scholars, the sound, interpretation, finding the right speed, authenticity, recording, ideal singers, Renaissance polyphony on the main stage, and a short Question and Answer session. Director of the Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips t… Director of the Tallis Scholars, Peter Phillips talks about his approach to text in music. Subscribe to ThisChoirNerd on Patreon to hear the full conversation:) https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd The conversation is oriented around his book, "What We Really Do: The Tallis Scholars," available for purchase for $35 (normally $60) here: https://py.pl/9RcoXpcXFpe Proceeds will go directly to supporting The Tallis Scholars, who are suffering financially from the COVID pandemic. You can also support them by playing their Tallis Scholars playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YhD7hlMxrBCHK0pWfOlmu Topics include: Inspiration for starting The Tallis Scholars, the sound, interpretation, finding the right speed, authenticity, recording, ideal singers, Renaissance polyphony on the main stage, and a short Question and Answer session. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/820662553 Thu, 14 May 2020 22:20:10 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/now-on-patreon 00:01:48 Markdavin Obenza no https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd Patreon supporters get exclusive access to interviews and a series of musical tech videos, produced from the standpoint of a performer to show you how to use available software to produce your own content! https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd Patreon su… https://www.patreon.com/thischoirnerd Patreon supporters get exclusive access to interviews and a series of musical tech videos, produced from the standpoint of a performer to show you how to use available software to produce your own content! markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/813574339 Mon, 04 May 2020 20:40:26 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/episode-13-eric-banks-a-musical-esoteric 00:55:09 Markdavin Obenza no A conversation with composer, conductor, translator, vocalist, linguist, and ethnomusicologist Eric Banks. We talk about his Seattle-based choral group The Esoterics and his unique life composing contemporary choral music, virtual choirs, and his next concert season in the COVID era. A conversation with composer, conductor, translat… A conversation with composer, conductor, translator, vocalist, linguist, and ethnomusicologist Eric Banks. We talk about his Seattle-based choral group The Esoterics and his unique life composing contemporary choral music, virtual choirs, and his next concert season in the COVID era. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/803340778 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 21:10:27 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/12-northwest-arts-streaming-hub-a-conversation-with-john-gordon-hill 00:57:07 Markdavin Obenza no Episode 12 - NORTHWEST ARTS STREAMING HUB: A conversation with John Gordon Hill about new platform Northwest Arts Streaming Hub (NASH), a digital space for Pacific Northwest artists and organizations to broadcast old work or stream live performances for audiences. Links: www.nwartsstream.org Submit content for NASH: Individual Artsts https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScixy4s14Yb_CTMcuxsz7Zb5X_ia-U1h0ocsyHzTrQuvgNBGw/viewform Arts Organizations https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdn7JdnTXbvZn-TBUSJ2pzbJ8wL3AYFOz3n6fa4_rg4oAn5Q/viewform?usp=sf_link Episode 12 - NORTHWEST ARTS STREAMING HUB: A conv… Episode 12 - NORTHWEST ARTS STREAMING HUB: A conversation with John Gordon Hill about new platform Northwest Arts Streaming Hub (NASH), a digital space for Pacific Northwest artists and organizations to broadcast old work or stream live performances for audiences. Links: www.nwartsstream.org Submit content for NASH: Individual Artsts https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScixy4s14Yb_CTMcuxsz7Zb5X_ia-U1h0ocsyHzTrQuvgNBGw/viewform Arts Organizations https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdn7JdnTXbvZn-TBUSJ2pzbJ8wL3AYFOz3n6fa4_rg4oAn5Q/viewform?usp=sf_link markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/783239914 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 20:40:10 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/11-what-now-arts-in-the-era-of-covid-19 01:08:18 Markdavin Obenza no 03-25-20 A conversation with Gus Denhard and Markdavin Obenza about the arts in these dark times. We will talk about the impact the Coronavirus has had on the arts and musicians, a new dawn of arts consumption, pros and cons with live streaming and radio, future of arts funding, and the relief funds available for artists. Tune in and join the conversation! We will do our best to answer questions in the comment thread! ARTIST RELIEF Resources: ArtsFund https://www.artsfund.org/ Seattle Office of Arts and Culture http://www.seattle.gov/arts/ Arts Washington-State https://www.arts.wa.gov/covid-19-resp... 4Culture https://www.4culture.org/covid-19-res... Early Music America https://www.earlymusicamerica.org/ 03-25-20 A conversation with Gus Denhard and Mark… 03-25-20 A conversation with Gus Denhard and Markdavin Obenza about the arts in these dark times. We will talk about the impact the Coronavirus has had on the arts and musicians, a new dawn of arts consumption, pros and cons with live streaming and radio, future of arts funding, and the relief funds available for artists. Tune in and join the conversation! We will do our best to answer questions in the comment thread! ARTIST RELIEF Resources: ArtsFund https://www.artsfund.org/ Seattle Office of Arts and Culture http://www.seattle.gov/arts/ Arts Washington-State https://www.arts.wa.gov/covid-19-resp... 4Culture https://www.4culture.org/covid-19-res... Early Music America https://www.earlymusicamerica.org/ markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/498996207 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 19:08:20 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/10-how-the-voice-works-with-dawn-padula 00:33:00 Markdavin Obenza no September 12, 2018 A conversation with Dawn Padula, Mezzo-Soprano and Associate Professor of Voice at University of Puget Sound. We talk about how the voice works and what parts of it are in our control. We discuss what affects our unique tone and vocal range, hormonal treatment to alter vocal range, vocal fatigue, her work on the male passaggio, and what to realistically expect from voice lessons. Intro track: "Kyrie" from the Berliner Mass sung by the Byrd Ensemble. Produced by Scribe Records. Links: http://dawnpadula.com/ https://www.pugetsound.edu/faculty-pages/dpadula/ Recommended book: Sataloff - 50 Ways to Abuse Your Voice: A Singer's Guide to a Short Career https://www.amazon.com/50-Ways-Abuse-Your-Voice/dp/1909082112 September 12, 2018 A conversation with Dawn Padu… September 12, 2018 A conversation with Dawn Padula, Mezzo-Soprano and Associate Professor of Voice at University of Puget Sound. We talk about how the voice works and what parts of it are in our control. We discuss what affects our unique tone and vocal range, hormonal treatment to alter vocal range, vocal fatigue, her work on the male passaggio, and what to realistically expect from voice lessons. Intro track: "Kyrie" from the Berliner Mass sung by the Byrd Ensemble. Produced by Scribe Records. Links: http://dawnpadula.com/ https://www.pugetsound.edu/faculty-pages/dpadula/ Recommended book: Sataloff - 50 Ways to Abuse Your Voice: A Singer's Guide to a Short Career https://www.amazon.com/50-Ways-Abuse-Your-Voice/dp/1909082112 markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/424998783 Tue, 03 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/09-a-cappella-101-with-lauren-kastanas 00:43:33 Markdavin Obenza no Wed April 4, 2018 A conversation with Lauren Kastanas, leader of GIRL BAND, about the a cappella style. We talk about the difference between writing covers vs original music, a cappella's occasional hokeyness, the audience, difference in singing in an a cappella group vs choir, licensing, and the thriving local scene. Catch GIRL BAND live (with 20/20) on Sat April 28 at 7pm. Details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1634913946624844/ Links: https://www.facebook.com/GIRLBANDacappella/ https://www.instagram.com/girlbandseattle/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKV-XPNkm_IumnbXRulvqiQ Intro: "At Night" sung by GIRL BAND, arranged by Lauren Kastanas. Wed April 4, 2018 A conversation with Lauren Kast… Wed April 4, 2018 A conversation with Lauren Kastanas, leader of GIRL BAND, about the a cappella style. We talk about the difference between writing covers vs original music, a cappella's occasional hokeyness, the audience, difference in singing in an a cappella group vs choir, licensing, and the thriving local scene. Catch GIRL BAND live (with 20/20) on Sat April 28 at 7pm. Details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1634913946624844/ Links: https://www.facebook.com/GIRLBANDacappella/ https://www.instagram.com/girlbandseattle/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKV-XPNkm_IumnbXRulvqiQ Intro: "At Night" sung by GIRL BAND, arranged by Lauren Kastanas. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/378778508 Thu, 04 Jan 2018 18:44:56 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/08-zach-finkelstein-that-tenor-life 00:53:51 Markdavin Obenza no 01/04/18 A chat with tenor extraordinaire Zach Finkelstein about his unusual path to a career as a professional tenor soloist, the consequences of getting a late start, and the opera vs concert singing circuits. We also discuss the business behind the career including the benefits of having an agent, self promotion, balancing careers, and taking back control over the audience. Zach also offers some technical tips about using a straw to improve technique and how to sing through colds. We also talk about the production of his latest album, "Britten and Pears: the Canticles." Links: https://www.zachfinkelstein.com/ https://twitter.com/zachfinkelstein https://www.facebook.com/zachfinkelsteintenor/ Music: Excerpt from "Canticle I" My Beloved is Mine 01/04/18 A chat with tenor extraordinaire Zach Fi… 01/04/18 A chat with tenor extraordinaire Zach Finkelstein about his unusual path to a career as a professional tenor soloist, the consequences of getting a late start, and the opera vs concert singing circuits. We also discuss the business behind the career including the benefits of having an agent, self promotion, balancing careers, and taking back control over the audience. Zach also offers some technical tips about using a straw to improve technique and how to sing through colds. We also talk about the production of his latest album, "Britten and Pears: the Canticles." Links: https://www.zachfinkelstein.com/ https://twitter.com/zachfinkelstein https://www.facebook.com/zachfinkelsteintenor/ Music: Excerpt from "Canticle I" My Beloved is Mine markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/328483721 Fri, 16 Jun 2017 23:18:19 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/07-shaya-lyon-doing-good-things-for-the-seattle-music-scene 01:03:36 Markdavin Obenza no 06/16/17 A conversation with Shaya Lyon, brainchild of Live Music Project, a Seattle-based organization that connects the general public with live concerts in Seattle. After a brief update on what I've been up to, we talk about how LMP connects strangers to music, collaborating in the digital space, how unpaid work affects quality, tips on advertising a concert, and audience building. Links: http://livemusicproject.org/ http://shayalyon.com/ http://www.newmusicbox.org/articles/in-the-absence-of-money/ http://www.chamber-music.org/magazine/out-of-ether https://www.groupmuse.com/ http://musochat.com/ Music: "To Morning" by Gabriel Jackson from "Jackson: Not No Faceless Angel & Other Choral Works" sung by Polyphony directed by Stephen Layton. 06/16/17 A conversation with Shaya Lyon, brainchi… 06/16/17 A conversation with Shaya Lyon, brainchild of Live Music Project, a Seattle-based organization that connects the general public with live concerts in Seattle. After a brief update on what I've been up to, we talk about how LMP connects strangers to music, collaborating in the digital space, how unpaid work affects quality, tips on advertising a concert, and audience building. Links: http://livemusicproject.org/ http://shayalyon.com/ http://www.newmusicbox.org/articles/in-the-absence-of-money/ http://www.chamber-music.org/magazine/out-of-ether https://www.groupmuse.com/ http://musochat.com/ Music: "To Morning" by Gabriel Jackson from "Jackson: Not No Faceless Angel & Other Choral Works" sung by Polyphony directed by Stephen Layton. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/302604379 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/06-all-about-patrick-craig 00:47:57 Markdavin Obenza no 01/13/2017 World-class Countertenor Patrick Craig has traveled the world performing Renaissance polyphony with the Tallis Scholars, singing over 1000 concerts! We talk about his strange journey to singing countertenor, giving pitches, touring with the Tallis Scholars, and our mutual concerns with the CD industry. Follow his all-women's group Aurora Nova Choir http://www.auroranovachoir.com/ Other groups Patrick sings with: http://www.cardinallsmusick.com/ http://www.earlymusicacademy.com/ http://www.lacock.org/ http://www.runbysingers.org/ http://www.ncem.co.uk/?idno=229 http://www.tvemf.org/ 01/13/2017 World-class Countertenor Patrick Craig… 01/13/2017 World-class Countertenor Patrick Craig has traveled the world performing Renaissance polyphony with the Tallis Scholars, singing over 1000 concerts! We talk about his strange journey to singing countertenor, giving pitches, touring with the Tallis Scholars, and our mutual concerns with the CD industry. Follow his all-women's group Aurora Nova Choir http://www.auroranovachoir.com/ Other groups Patrick sings with: http://www.cardinallsmusick.com/ http://www.earlymusicacademy.com/ http://www.lacock.org/ http://www.runbysingers.org/ http://www.ncem.co.uk/?idno=229 http://www.tvemf.org/ markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/294035137 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/05-early-music-scene-past-present-future 00:58:28 Markdavin Obenza no 07/06/16 A conversation with lutenist, trombonist, parkourist and Executive Director of the Seattle Early Music Guild, Gus Denhard. We talk about the history of the Early Music Guild, Seattle Baroque Orchestra and our concerns about the future of the early music scene. We also discuss the current professional instrumental and singing employment climate, our future patrons, audience and the lack of US-based medieval and Renaissance groups. Music is "The Elevator Bossa Nova" by Bensound. 07/06/16 A conversation with lutenist, trombonist… 07/06/16 A conversation with lutenist, trombonist, parkourist and Executive Director of the Seattle Early Music Guild, Gus Denhard. We talk about the history of the Early Music Guild, Seattle Baroque Orchestra and our concerns about the future of the early music scene. We also discuss the current professional instrumental and singing employment climate, our future patrons, audience and the lack of US-based medieval and Renaissance groups. Music is "The Elevator Bossa Nova" by Bensound. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/294035139 Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/04-these-are-a-few-of-my-favorite-voices 00:21:20 Markdavin Obenza no Where to follow ThisChoirNerd podcast. My various talks on music things... Where to follow ThisChoirNerd podcast. My various… Where to follow ThisChoirNerd podcast. My various talks on music things... markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/294035141 Thu, 21 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/03-the-ins-and-outs-of-running-a-professional-choir 01:08:37 Markdavin Obenza no 04/21/16 A conversation with Doug Fullington (director, Tudor Choir) and Scott Kovacs (singers, arts manager guru) about running a professional choir. We talk about the ideal singer and the importance of paying them, venue and much more through the lens of Doug Fullington​'s experience with the The Tudor Choir​ and Scott Kovacs​'s new venture with Gary D. Cannon​, The Emerald Ensemble. 04/21/16 A conversation with Doug Fullington (dir… 04/21/16 A conversation with Doug Fullington (director, Tudor Choir) and Scott Kovacs (singers, arts manager guru) about running a professional choir. We talk about the ideal singer and the importance of paying them, venue and much more through the lens of Doug Fullington​'s experience with the The Tudor Choir​ and Scott Kovacs​'s new venture with Gary D. Cannon​, The Emerald Ensemble. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/294035143 Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/02-professional-choirs-the-more-the-merrier 00:18:26 Markdavin Obenza no 04/08/16 In Episode 02 I talk about the importance of starting professional choirs. Mentions: Byrd Ensemble and Vox16. Music is "The Elevator Bossa Nova" by Bensound. 04/08/16 In Episode 02 I talk about the importanc… 04/08/16 In Episode 02 I talk about the importance of starting professional choirs. Mentions: Byrd Ensemble and Vox16. Music is "The Elevator Bossa Nova" by Bensound. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/294035144 Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://soundcloud.com/thischoirnerd/01-me-opus7-and-contextual-singing 00:17:03 Markdavin Obenza no 03/22/16 In Episode 01 I talk about my musical upbringing in Seattle, an Opus7 concert I recently attended and the concept of Contextual Singing. Other mentions: Byrd Ensemble, Choral Arts, Seattle Pro Musica and Vox16. 03/22/16 In Episode 01 I talk about my musical up… 03/22/16 In Episode 01 I talk about my musical upbringing in Seattle, an Opus7 concert I recently attended and the concept of Contextual Singing. Other mentions: Byrd Ensemble, Choral Arts, Seattle Pro Musica and Vox16. markdavinobenza@gmail.com (Markdavin Obenza)Choir, Choral, Singing, Music