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Anthony Plog on Music

Anthony Plog (host), Eddie Ludema (Producer)

203 episodes

1 week ago

In episode number one of SEASON 6 (!), we are joined by two remarkable figures in the world of music and cherished in the brass community: Chris Gekker and Eric Ewazen. Chris is a celebrated trumpet professor at the University of Maryland and has performed as a soloist at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. His rich career includes collaborations with many composers, showcasing his dedication to both performance and new works. Eric, a prolific composer and educator, has a long history of w...

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In episode number one of SEASON 6 (!), we are joined by two remarkable figures in the world of music and cherished in the brass community: Chris Gekker and Eric Ewazen. Chris is a celebrated trumpet professor at the University of Maryland and has performed as a soloist at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. His rich career includes collaborations with many composers, showcasing his dedication to both performance and new works. Eric, a prolific composer and educator, has a long history of w...

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Anthony Plog on Music

Chris Gekker and Eric Ewazen: From Eastman classmates to lifelong collaborators—on the esteemed "Colchester Fantasy", the craft of composition, and a fantastic example of performer/composer collaboration

In episode number one of SEASON 6 (!), we are joined by two remarkable figures in the world of music and cherished in the brass community: Chris Gekker and Eric Ewazen. Chris is a celebrated trumpet professor at the University of Maryland and has performed as a soloist at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. His rich career includes collaborations with many composers, showcasing his dedication to both performance and new works. Eric, a prolific composer and educator, has a long history of w...

1 week ago

41 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Amy Scurria and Ryan Gardner: A multi-award winning composer in discussion with Professor of Trumpet at UC Boulder on building connections, understanding, and highlighting the power of embracing autism in music

Today, we welcome two remarkable guests: composer Amy Scurria and Dr. Ryan Gardner, Associate Professor of Trumpet at the University of Colorado Boulder. Amy, a multi-award-winning composer, has seen her work performed worldwide, including at Carnegie Hall. With a unique perspective shaped by her late autism diagnosis, she began composing at just eight years old, using music as a language to explore her emotions. Ryan, originally from Santa Monica, California, has spent over a decade teaching...

1 month ago

52 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Dan Locklair: Esteemed American Composer, Organist, and Educator - on finding your way in the world of music

Dan Locklair is an esteemed American composer and educator, known for his contributions to sacred music and his long tenure at Wake Forest University in North Carolina. Born in Charlotte, he began his career as a professional organist at just 14 and has since crafted a diverse body of work, which includes orchestral pieces and choral compositions. Locklair's notable achievements include being the Composer-in-Residence at Wake Forest and composing pieces for significant events, such as 'The Pe...

2 months ago

56 minutes

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Ryan Gardner and Tomislav Spoljar: Two world class trumpet performers/pedagogues/leaders discussing the organization, community, and impact of the upcoming International Trumpet Guild Conference in Crotia

Tony welcomes two remarkable trumpet players and educators, Ryan Gardner and Tomislav Špoljar. Ryan is the Associate Professor of Trumpet at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he combines a wealth of experience with a passion for fostering community among trumpet players. Tomislav, based in Croatia, not only performs but also organizes significant music festivals, including the upcoming International Trumpet Guild conference, which seeks to unite trumpet players from around the globe. ...

2 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Jan Swafford returns with his profound insights into the personal lives of composers of the Classic to the Modern eras

Jan Swafford is a distinguished American author and composer, known for his insightful biographies of great composers like Charles Ives, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. With degrees from Harvard and Yale, he's made significant contributions to classical music literature. His works, including the Vintage Guide to Classical Music and "Language of the Spirit," reveal the rich narratives behind the music we love. His unique insights and deep understanding of these composers ill...

3 months ago

52 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Chris Gekker: The versatile trumpet performer, author, and pedagogue at the University of Maryland School of Music

Trumpeter Chris Gekker has done just about everything a brass player can do—and done it at the highest level. A longtime member of the American Brass Quintet (18 years) and now Professor of Trumpet at the University of Maryland, Chris has also taught at Juilliard, Manhattan School of Music, and Columbia University. His career spans recording Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 to sharing the stage with Sting, all grounded by a reflective artistic life shaped by literature and poetry. In Pa...

3 months ago

1 hour 27 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Jan Swafford Returns: The master biographer and composer on the intricacies of the Baroque, and thoughts on his own compositions. (Guaranteed, he has stories about the masters you haven't heard yet!)

In his second appearance on Anthony Plog on Music, celebrated biographer and composer Jan Swafford returns for an expansive two-part conversation that dives deep into the very soul of classical music. In his previous interview from 2021, Jan discussed his monumental biographies of Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Ives. But his intellectual and creative output extends far beyond those volumes, and this new set of interviews explores more of his wide-ranging contributions to the world of music. ...

4 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Frøydis Ree Wekre: Horn Virtuoso, Legendary Teacher, and Trailblazer in the Oslo Philharmonic Reflections - On performance, pedagogy, international competitions, and a life dedicated to music

Norwegian hornist Frøydis Wekre has had a remarkable and influential career as both performer and teacher. She joined the Oslo Philharmonic at the age of 20, at a time when there were only two women in the orchestra, and went on to establish herself as a highly respected chamber musician, soloist, and educator. For many years, she served as a professor at the Norwegian Academy of Music, and her reach has extended far beyond Norway through the countless masterclasses she’s given around the wor...

4 months ago

55 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Christoph Hartmann: Oboist of the Berliner Philharmoniker and Instructor at the Freiburg Musikhochschule - "Live Your Dreams"

For those looking for an example of a life lived with both artistic excellence and personal richness, oboist Christoph Hartmann is an inspiring model. A member of the Berlin Philharmonic since 1992, Christoph is not only a world-class orchestral musician but also a sought-after soloist and chamber player. He teaches at the Freiburg Musikhochschule, where he now lives, regularly commuting to Berlin for performances with the Philharmonic. Outside of his musical career, Christoph is deeply invol...

5 months ago

51 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Deborah Rutter, Part 1: Insights from the arts executive of the LA Chamber Orchestra, Seattle Symphony, Chicago Symphony, and Kennedy Center

In the world of arts administration, few careers can rival the breadth and impact of Deborah Rutter’s. Her journey began with an early role working under the legendary Ernest Fleischmann at the Los Angeles Philharmonic and evolved into a series of leadership positions at some of the most prominent institutions in the United States. She has served as executive director of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, the Seattle Symphony, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and, most recently, as president o...

5 months ago

59 minutes

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Ron Ramin and Portia Kamons on SEVENTEEN: Giving Voice to a Generation by Composing a Musical Response to the Parkland Tragedy

“Seventeen was that age when we were realizing… we have to do something about this.” That poignant reflection echoes the emotional heart of SEVENTEEN, a powerful narrative work for orchestra created in response to the tragic 2018 high school shooting in Parkland, Florida—an event that claimed the lives of seventeen students. Composer Ron Ramin was moved to begin work on this piece soon after, eventually collaborating with librettist Portia Kamons, and later joined by Jamie Bernstein. Together...

6 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Selina Ott: The History Making and Award Winning International Trumpet Solo and Recording Artist

In 2018, Austrian trumpeter Selina Ott made history by becoming the first woman to win first prize in the 70-year history of the prestigious ARD International Music Competition in Munich. That landmark achievement launched a remarkable career that has taken her to concert halls around the world, performing both as a soloist and with major orchestras. Her debut album, Trumpet Concertos, was honored with the Opus Klassik Award in 2021, and she has since released two more acclaimed solo recordin...

6 months ago

54 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Bob Malone: The Internationally Respected Instrument Designer and Builder - On Craft and Kaizen

Bob Malone has quite literally helped shape the sound of modern trumpet playing around the world. He's been designing trumpets for nearly 40 years and is widely recognized as one of the premier trumpet designers in the world. His instruments are played in major orchestras across the globe, and his influence can be heard through the artistry of many of the finest trumpet players of our time. I’ve had the privilege of knowing Bob for almost 50 years, and watching his evolution—from passionate t...

6 months ago

52 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Gene Scheer and Jake Heggie: Librettist and Composer, both Luminaries of Contemporary Opera on the Collaborative Nature of their Art

In this conversation, we dive into the extraordinary creative partnership between two of the most celebrated figures in contemporary opera—librettist Gene Scheer and composer Jake Heggie. Together, Gene and Jake have brought to life some of the most powerful operatic works of our time, including Moby-Dick, Three Decembers, and It’s a Wonderful Life. Their collaboration is not only rooted in artistic brilliance but also in a deep, long-standing friendship. Individually, their accomplishments a...

7 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

John Gibson: Director of the Center for Electronic and Computer Music @ Indiana University, Internationally Respected Composer, and Inspirational Pedagogue (they call him Coach!)

I had the pleasure of speaking with John Gibson, a distinguished expert in electronic music who has had a fascinating journey through many aspects of the musical world. As someone who didn’t know much about electronic music going into this, I was pleasantly surprised by how accessible and engaging the discussion turned out to be. That’s thanks to John’s depth of knowledge and, just as importantly, his approachable nature and great sense of humor. With the help of our intrepid producer and tec...

7 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Tom Morris: Long-time chief executive leader of The Cleveland Orchestra and the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and international consultant, lecturer, teacher, and writer

Tom Morris is the author of Always the Music, a book I consider a must-read for anyone looking to understand the ins and outs of the classical music business—how it operates, its challenges, and the fascinating personalities involved. Tom has had an extraordinary journey in the world of music, having experienced it all from multiple perspectives. He started as a percussionist, performing with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and eventually became the General Manager of the same institution. Lat...

8 months ago

55 minutes

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Jerry Hey: The Multi-Grammy Award Winning LA Studio Trumpet Artist and Song Arranger

Jerry Hey is a Grammy Award-winning arranger, composer, and trumpeter with an incredible career that spans decades. His work as an arranger has brought him into close collaboration with legends like Quincy Jones, and he's crafted arrangements for some of the most iconic artists in music. If you've ever listened to major hits, chances are you've heard his brilliant work. As a trumpet player, Jerry's journey began with the group Sea Wind in Hawaii and later led him to become a top player in the...

8 months ago

58 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Ashley Hall-Tighe: World-Class Trumpeter, Pedagogue, and Life Coach - On Balancing Music, Wellness, and Life

Ashley Hall-Tighe is a superb trumpeter, musician, educator, and certified life coach. Ashley has an impressive career, having served on the faculties of several universities, including the Longy School of Music of Bard College, and she currently teaches at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. But that’s not all – Ashley also works as a coach, helping individuals and groups combine wellness and music. What’s particularly remarkable is her ability to combine her professional life with her per...

9 months ago

53 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Louise Pollock: The Remarkably Hard Working, Award Winning Professor of Trombone at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin: "If I Can Do It, You Can Do It Too."

General Introduction:Louise Pollock is currently the Professor of Trombone at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin. Before that, she served as the principal trombone of the Göteborg Opera while also teaching at the University of Göteborg Academy of Music and Drama. Alongside her orchestral work, Louise has earned several prestigious awards, including the First Prize and Audience Prize at the International Aeolus Competition for Wind Instruments in 2016.But what really makes this co...

10 months ago

47 minutes

Anthony Plog on Music

Anne Midgette, Veteran Washington Post Critic, and Greg Sandow, composer, educator and former Entertainment Weekly critic, in a deep dive into music, critique, and audience engagement

I was delighted to have the opportunity to sit down with Anne Midgette and Greg Sandow together. Both are influential thinkers and leaders in the world of music, each boasting remarkable careers. Anne served as the music critic for The Washington Post for 12 years, following her tenure at The New York Times. She has co-authored two captivating but distinctly different books: My Nine Lives: A Memoir of Many Careers in Music with Leon Fleisher, and The King and I: The Uncensored Tale of Luciano...

10 months ago

1 hour 21 minutes