Month: February 2012

#6 Mystical Minimalism Part I: Arvo Párt

Posted on by Seth Boustead in Composer Features, Themed Shows

The first in a three-part series looking at composers whose simple but remarkable music transports many listeners to a deeply spiritual place. Hosted by Seth BousteadProduced by Jesse McQuarters Pärt: Miserere (excerpts), Hilliard Ensemble/HillierSchoenberg: Five Pieces for Piano, Op. 23, V Gould, p.Pärt: Sonatina, Op. 1 No. 2 (excerpt), Stephen de Pledge, p.Pärt: Perpetuum Mobile, Bamberg Symphony Orch/N. … Continue reading #6 Mystical Minimalism Part I: Arvo Párt →

#5 The Far Reach of Radiohead

Posted on by Seth Boustead in Themed Shows

Crossover between classical and rock musicians was common in the 1970’s but has taken a bit of a break until recently. Now instead of composers influencing rock musicians like Brian Eno, a rock band is having a huge influence on a diverse array of composers around the globe. The music of Radiohead has been arranged … Continue reading #5 The Far Reach of Radiohead →