Ep 21 The Music of Louise Farrenc with Dr. Susan Pickett
For this episode, Brian McWhorter talks with Dr. Susan Pickett - musicologist and professor emerita from Whitman College - to discuss composer Louise Farrenc (1804-1875). The upcoming Eugene Ballet/Orchestra Next production of Taming of the Shrew features Farrenc's music throughout, including all three of her symphonies as well as the Nonet. More information about the show can be found at eugeneballet.org
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14 Apr 2022
Ep 20 – Heaven and Earth with Pius Cheung
For this episode, our guest is Pius Cheung, composer for Heaven and Earth - a new ballet set to premiere this April 16 and 17 with the Eugene Ballet at the Hult Center. We talk about the process for composing the piece and how it all came together with choreographer Suzanne Haag. Heaven and Earth featuring Orchestra Next's percussion ensemble has just been released on CD and you can find more information on our website.
Orchestra Next wants to thank all of our supporters who have made this podcast possible. If you’d like to help support our projects, please visit orchestranext.com.
5 Nov 2021
Ep 19 – Cinderella Dress Rehearsal Chat (Sarah Viens, Daniel Cho, Brian McWhorter)
This episode was recorded immediately following the dress rehearsal for Eugene Ballet's production of Cinderella on Nov. 4, 2021. The performances mark 23 months(!) since Orchestra Next's last performance with the Ballet at the Hult Center...and there are a LOT of feelings about it all. Joining music director Brian McWhorter for this lively chat are general manager Sarah Viens and assistant conductor Daniel Cho.
Orchestra Next wants to thank all of our musicians for hanging in there during this trying time. And we also wish to thank our supporters who have made this podcast possible. If you’d like to help support our projects, please visit orchestranext.com.
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