- Episode 052 - Lucia Lucas - Adding Depth to Villains
On todays episode, we interview world renown baritone singer, Lucia Lucas. We talk with her about her life, how she got into opera, studying french horn, and how being a transgender opera singer has added more depth to her portrayals of some of the greatest villains such as Don Giovanni. She also has some inspiring words for anyone feeling like they can’t be their true selves and the freedom they will have once they have had personal acceptance first.
Guest:
Lucia Lucas
Personal Links:
Personal Website - www.lucialucas.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lucialucas.de
Twitter - https://twitter.com/lucialucasde
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lucialucas.de/
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Special Guest:
Abigail Montgomery
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2022
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations57m | Apr 11, 2022 - Episode 050 - Jimmy Lopez - Finding Your Voice
Today we have the absolute pleasure and honor of talking to rising classical music star composer, Jimmy Lopez. We discuss his humble beginnings in Lima, Peru, his education in Finland and California, and his advice for composers that want to have performances of their music but are finding many doors closed in their faces. We also talk about how he found his own voice while thousands of miles away from home.
Personal Links:
Personal Website - www.jimmylopez.com
Twitter - @jlopezbellido
Instagram - @jimmylopezbellido
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2022
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations45m | Mar 28, 2022 - Episode 051 - Steve Marz - Loving Oneself and Finding Purpose
Today we talk with Steve Marz! Steve is a musician originally from Boston and making his way with some great songs. We talk about religion, the infamous Boston accent, the bands he played with, moving to Denver, being true to oneself, and being a performer in a pandemic world. We talk about being grateful during the hardest times and how music is one of the best forms of catharsis. Steve is a wonderful songwriter with his first album “Pathways” to be released soon after being recording in Chicago. His newest project “Night Routine” is in the demo phase but should be released soon.
Guest:
Steve Marz
Personal Links:
Kitcaster Website - Kitcasters Insta
Steve’s Instagram - Steve's Insta
Night Routine’s Instagram - Night Routine's Insta
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2P8K1VcrqR40dx2z4EQtdY
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2022
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations47m | Feb 14, 2022 - Episode 049 - Team Louie - Tik Tok Cat Rapper
Today we have a wonderful episode with the suddenly viral and extremely humble, Louie Benson, a.k.a. Team Louie. We discuss his attempted stand up comic career, how he got into music, his love for rap, his alter ego The Party Planner, and, ultimately, how overnight he became a viral sensation. Louie is an amazingly humble person and a complete crack up. We know that you will love this episode and he will definitely be someone that we look forward to hearing more from.
Guest:
Louie Benson, a.k.a. Team Louie
Personal Links:
Tik Tok - @teamlouie
Instagram - @teamoflouie
Twitch - m.twitch.tv/TeamLouie
Twitter - @TeamLouie
YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/user/TeamofLouie
Venmo - @TeamLouie
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 12m | Jan 31, 2022 - Episode 048 - Alex Millar - Self Made is a Toxic Myth
We are back with another amazing episode and inspiring interview with the Tik Tok star and core figure to the band Vattica, Alex Millar. Today we talk to Alex about life, music, and Tik Tok video success. Alex is best known for the segment, Self Made is a Toxic Myth, where Alex debunks the American myth that if you work hard enough you will make it to the top of the music world by yourself. Alex is inspiring, and truly gets Hillary and I going about helping out our musical world and treating it more like a community rather than a "boys club". We hope you enjoy the episode and remember to reach back for someone that wants to also succeed in their field.
Guest:
Alex Millar
Personal Links:
Website - https://www.alexmillar.com/
Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@vattica
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2022
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations58m | Jan 19, 2022 - Episode 047 - King Konye - Creating a Kingdom
Today we have the great honor to introduce and talk with a young rapper from New York, King Konye, as well as have a guest co-host, Abigail Montgomery. We get to talk with King about his musical dreams, creating a following, and dive deeper into what he enjoys in life. Thank you so much King and thank you Abigail for jumping in and helping out.
Guest:
King Konye
Music Included in this Episode:
The Trial from the album The Four Idols performed and composed by Austin Franklin © Austin Franklin 2020
Personal Links:
Instagram - www.instagram.com/king.konye/?hl=en
Twitter - @King_Konye
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Special Guest:
Abigail Montgomery
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations57m | Dec 17, 2021 - Episode 046 - Doug Bielmeier - Drone Electronic Music
In this episode we have the wonderful honor to talk to Dr. Doug Bielmeier. We get to talk with him about electronic and electroacoustic music. We also talk about his brand new record out “Ambient Works”, his previous albums, and the importance of the genre in the musical world. Not only is Doug a wonderful composer but he is also a host of his own podcast. Make sure to check it out with the link in the artists profile!
Guest:
Doug Bielmeier
Personal Links:
Website - www.dougbielmeier.com
Podcast - www.theprocessmusic.podbean.com
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 10m | Dec 16, 2021 - Episode 045 - Anthony Parker a.k.a. Wordsmith - Combining Hip-hop and Classical Music
Today we are in Baltimore speaking with singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and all around inspiration Anthony Parker, a.k.a. Wordsmith. We speak to him about being a military child, writing hip-hop music that is relatable for those that haven't grown up in the quintessential neighborhoods, using your position for positive change, and much more. Anthony also drops volumes of knowledge on us about music, life, and in general. We also speak with Anthony about his collaboration with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, James Lee III, and Marin Alsop. This would produce an amazing piece that was premiered on June 19th, 2021, as a celebration of Juneteenth. So check out the knowledge and be inspired by Wordsmith!
Guest:
Anthony Parker a.k.a. Wordsmith
Personal Links:
Website - https://wordsmithmusic.com/
NURevolution - https://nurevcamp.com/
Link for the premiere with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onxDLtkNY54
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAm4J1u0JIu_D9DhuWAHkSA
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 8m | Aug 9, 2021 - Episode 044 - YoonJae Lee - Creating Musical Space
Today we have the honor of speaking with conductor/arranger YoonJae Lee! YoonJae is a Korean American and currently lives in New York City. We talk with YoonJae about discussing musical topics and mental health on Clubhouse, connectivity of classical music, individuality versus group, music appreciation, arranging the giant Mahler symphonies for chamber orchestras, and his fantastic group Ensemble 212. YoonJae is a wonderful conductor, a musical activist, and a self described “art”-repreneur. Make sure to listen to this episode!
Guest:
YoonJae Lee
Personal Links:
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 5m | Aug 2, 2021 - Episode 043 - Vic Ritchie - Any Given Sin
Today we are in the Maryland/Virginia area speaking with the lead singer of Any Given Sin - Vic Ritchie! We talk with him about our mutual friend (and previous guest) Dusty Grant, the formation of Any Given Sin, Vic’s song writing process, our favorite beers/liquor, practicing and producing music during the pandemic, talk about hip-hop and rock music, as well as trash on Drake. This episode was a blast to do and Vic was wonderful! Make sure you check him and Any Given Sin out on the YouTube link below as well as at one of their shows!
Guest:
Vic Ritchie from Any Given Sin
Personal Links:
“The Way I Say Goodbye” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5O2eG040v9U
https://anygivensinband.com/home
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations44m | Jul 26, 2021 - Episode 042 - Tom Morrison - Big Sky Composer
Welcome to the Big Apple! We have a very special guest and special host today! Our special co-host today is Abigail Montgomery, Bill’s wife. And we are talking with composer Tom Morrison. He is a good friend of Hillary’s from the University of Montana where he started as a forestry major but then quickly found a place within the music studies. Hillary, Abbie, and Tom chat about readjusting to the city, cheating on your therapist, Tom’s piece Big Sky Music, creating poetry with A.I., flashbacks to Warp Tour, and so much more. All rabbit holes are followed and a wonderful time was had. So check it out and enjoy the vast open spaces of the music by Tom Morrison!
Guest:
Tom Morrison
Personal Links:
www.instagram.com/lastchairviola
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Special Guest:
Abigail Montgomery
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 1m | Jul 19, 2021 - Episode 041 - Marwan Mrag - Tunisian Rapper
Welcome to Sousse, Tunisia! Today we speak with the fascinating and so humble rapper, Marwan Mrag. He started as a b-boy with numerous groups and eventually worked up to being featured with other rappers from around the Tunisian area. We saw him featured on a song via Instagram and knew we had to know more about him. This is his first ever interview outside of Tunisia and we couldn't more excited and honored to be a part of his rise! Marwan's flow is insane and he mixes Tunisian, Arabic, and English together in a stream of lyrics that boggles the mind. In our episode we talk about his life in Tunisia, his favorite rappers, how he came to love the genre, and who he would love to do a feature with among many wonderful rabbit holes. So check out Marwan Mrag!
Guest:
Marwan Mrag
Personal Links:
https://www.youtube.com/user/MarwanMrag
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations46m | Jul 12, 2021 - Episode 040 - Austin Franklin - Composer Interview
We have come to the deep south where we have the wonderful opportunity to speak with Austin Franklin. Austin is from Jasper, Texas, by way of Oklahoma, but went on to Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, and is currently at Louisiana State University where he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Experimental Music and Digital Media. His music is ethereal, sublime, serene, and tense. We discuss his early life in music and how he came to be a composer. We also talk about his album recently released, The Four Idols. So pull up some crawfish and an ice cold drink, and enjoy our talk with Austin Franklin.
Guest:
Austin Franklin
Music Included in this Episode:
The Trial from the album The Four Idols performed and composed by Austin Franklin © Austin Franklin 2020
Personal Links:
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations53m | Jul 5, 2021 - Episode 039 - Glory St. Germain - Overcoming Adversity
We are in the Great White North speaking with teacher and business woman Glory St. Germain. Glory St. Germain is the Founder/CEO and International Bestselling Author 50+ Ultimate Music Theory Books & The Power of WHY. She is also the Host of the Magic of Music Movement Summits, Expert Coach & Course Creator - UMTC Elite Educator Program. Glory brings remarkably successful teaching experience to the development of the Ultimate Music Theory Program, Ultimate Music Teachers Membership, and Online Courses, including her Signature Course the UMTC Elite Educator Program. Glory is a Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner (NLP) which she incorporates into her teacher training. Glory's passion for teaching excellence sets a new standard of achievement in Music Theory Education in producing continuous training through her Online Courses, Membership for Ultimate Music Teachers and Exclusive Elite Educator training to help teachers Elevate their Income, Impact their Teaching and Grow their Expert Music Teaching Business.
Guest:
Glory St. Germain
Personal Links:
https://ultimatemusictheory.com/about-ultimate-music-theory/glory-st-germain/
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations58m | Jun 28, 2021 - Episode 038 - Jerod Tate - Combining Indigenous and Western Classical Music (Part 1)
Today we are in Oklahoma where we have the distinct honor of speaking with Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate and premiering the first part of a two part interview. Jerod is a member of the Chickasaw Nation in Oklahoma and proudly represents his traditions. He is also a wonderfully gifted composer and performer that works to combine his Native American traditional music upbringing with a Western Classical Music education. We talk about this duality and living in this gray area of music fusion, his family upbringing, his music, and his thoughts on cultural appropriation. We also take some wonderful side trails during the trek of our conversation.
Guest:
Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate
Music Included in this Episode:
Pisachi (Reveal) performed by ETHEL. Composed by Jerod Tate © Jerod Tate 2013
Personal Links:
https://jerodtate.com/
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 13m | Jun 21, 2021 - Episode 037 - Ulises Ramirez - Mariachi Music
We are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in our latest episode. We get to connect with Bill’s old college friend Ulises Ramirez. We talk with him about his musical upbringing, playing drums/trumpet, the pressures of growing up as the child of immigrants, and mariachi music. From his upbringing in Montana/Idaho to being thrown in to the deep end at University of Indiana in Bloomington, we discover a rich history and talent that seems almost natural for Ulises. We find the difference between Norteno Music and Mariachi Music, and try to figure out why Ulises went vegetarian. Ulises is a wonderfully gifted trumpet player and continues to have a very busy performance and teaching schedule. Make sure you reach out and take advantage of any lessons with him.
Guest:
Ulises Ramirez
Music Included in this Episode:
Para Sempre by Vincente Fernandez © Vincente Fernandez 2007
Ensemble Links:
https://www.davidsmusichouse.com/music-lesson-teachers/
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
Twitter - @SoundsoftheW
Tik Tok - @soundsofdaworldpodcast
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations58m | Jun 14, 2021 - Episode 036 - Liz Jackson Hearns - Teaching the Trans Voice
Today we are in Chicago talking with our dear friend and inspired vocal teacher, Liz Jackson Hearns. Liz Jackson Hearns, MM (she/her/they/them) is the Co-Founder of The Voice Lab, Inc. in Chicago; co-author of The Singing Teacher's Guide to Transgender Voices, Co-Founder of Resonate, Chicago's all-trans chorus; Co-Founder of Trans Turning Point, a wellness fair for trans/gnc folks and trans-owned businesses;, and a voice instructor specializing in trans and nonbinary voice. Singers and voice users from all environments seek out Liz's teaching to illuminate traditional pedagogy with new scientific discoveries and methods in a joyful and creative atmosphere. Liz has been working with transgender and gender nonconforming clients since 2014, helping develop a natural, authentic voice. She also trains fellow voice teachers in cultural and pedagogical competency to work with trans/gnc singers. Liz has a bachelor's degree from the College of Idaho and a master's degree from North Park University, and attended the Summer Vocology Institute at the University of Utah. We talk to her today about teaching the trans voice, what we can all learn about being the best teacher and listener, we find out more about her latest endeavors with her training programs and choirs, as well as falling down some memories with Bill and Liz.
Guest:
Liz Jackson Hearns
https://www.thevoicelabinc.com/liz-jackson-hearns.html
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations51m | Jun 7, 2021 - Episode 035 - Shawn Renzoh Head - Shakuhachi Flute
We have a very special guest here today from Japan, Shawn Renzoh Head. Born in St. Charles, Missouri, he began his musical education at 10 where he started on viola. He was introduced to music composition quickly after and began composing for ensembles at 15. Within a year, he had music performed throughout America and Europe. At 18, he discovered a passion for the shakuhachi while traveling throughout Asia. He soon became the youngest non-Japanese shakuhachi master in history. He earned his shihan, which means master, under Michael Chikuzen Gould. In 2019, he received the distinct honor of becoming an OSS Tai Shogun, which was given to him for his work in traditional Japanese music by Ronald Watt 9th Dan Shotokan Karate and Order of the Rising Sun which is Japan’s top civilian award. He also earned his bachelor’s degree in composition from the Cleveland Institute of Music under Professors Keith Fitch and Steven Kohn. He was just up until recently located in Houston, but has now made the move to Japan. He performs on eight flutes crafted specifically for him by the revered flute makes, Yozan Hikichi.
Guest
Shawn Renzoh Head
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 13m | May 31, 2021 - Episode 034 - Tatev Amiryan - Echoes of Armenia
Our guest today, Tatev Amiryan, was born and raised in Armenia in the Caucus Mountains. She has received her undergraduate and graduate degrees in music composition and music theory at Tchaikovsky Special Music School and in composition and musicology at the Komitas State Conservatory in Yerevan, Armenia and holds a doctorate of music arts degree in music composition from the University of Missouri, Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Drama. Her music is substantially influenced by traditional Armenian folk and sacred music. She uses the musical language of her heritage to compose and perform new works. She has composed for a range of musical instrumentation including vocal, instrumental, chamber to symphonic. Her music utilizes space, stretching structural expectations and pulling from her love of improvisational performance, typical of much of the folk music she grew up with. She is currently a member of the Union of Composers of the Republic of Armenia. Today we are going to talk to her about her music, what inspires her, a few of her pieces, and how her faith influences her music.
Guest:
Tatev Amiryan
https://www.youtube.com/user/TAmusical1/
https://www.instagram.com/tatevamiryanmusic/
https://www.facebook.com/tatevamiryanmusic/
Musical Selections:
"Echoes from Childhood" by Tatev Amiryan. Performed by Hayk Melikyan. © Tatev Amiryan 2012
"Ortus for Piano" by Tatev Amiryan. Performaed by Hayk Melikyan. © Tatev Amiryan 2013
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2021
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 4m | May 24, 2021 - Episode 033 - Dorothea Taylor - The Matriarch of Percussion
Our guest today is Dorothea Taylor. She was born and raised in Michigan and started playing drums at 13 when she joined a drum and bugle corps in her hometown. She got her first set of drums in high school and joined a band after she graduated, playing five nights a week. She started teaching drumline for her high school’s feeder program when she was 17 and has been teaching ever since. She has played in a variety of bands including polka, rock, theater groups, symphony orchestras, jazz trios, and accompanies school concerts when an experienced drummer is needed. She’s formerly the drummer for a classical rock/new country band called Badlander, and is also the drummer for an All City Choir that has three big concerts a year. She has garnered a large audience on her YouTube page as well as her Instagram where she routinely posts warmup exercises that are simple and effective in teaching a skill or rudiment. Today we are going to be talking to her about her life, growing up as one of the only females in the percussion world, favorite rudiments, and more.
Guest:
Dorothea Taylor
Hosts:
William F. Montgomery - www.williammontgomerycomposer.com
Hillary Lester - www.thehealthymusiciansite.com
Become a Patreon:
Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Links for social media:
Website – www.soundsoftheworldpodcast.com
Host site link - https://redcircle.com/shows/sounds-of-the-world
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soundsoftheworldpodcast
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-world/id1532113091
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsaZzOWvr_VaPQ_6_sB3Oow
© Sounds of the World Podcast 2020
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sounds-of-the-world/donations1h 19m | May 17, 2021
