A deep conversation with a composer and organist about life lived with music composition. It is always interesting to talk to composers about their process and lives. A performance by Kimberly Houser Taylor of Christopher’s harp sonata’s second movement rounds out the program

This episode is a lively discussion of musician guilt dreams, the pitfalls of music education, the joys of new music and Lisa’s unique perspective on running an arts organization. Also, answers to why do musicians wear all black and should we continue to do so. The episode ends with a performance of Kimberly Taylor’s Tango from Night Dances for harp and Clarinet.

This episode is a wonderful, heartfelt discussion of two people who love their music and instruments as well as the joys and dramas of performing in symphony orchestras. Not to mention practicing and dealing with stage anxiety. Your host is professional harpist Dr. Kimberly Taylor