The Orchestra of the Swan Podcast offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as we shine the spotlight on our incredible players, supporters, and the team who bring the Orchestra of the Swan to life.
Led by Artistic Director David Le Page, we’ll take you inside the inner workings of an orchestra, from conversations with our principal players, to exclusive rehearsal sneak peeks.
Orchestra of the Swan strives to captivate audiences through a blend of experimentation with both classical and non-classical music, embracing our role as storytellers. Our commitment distinctive drives us to push creative boundaries, offering performances that are both innovative and unique.
No pretentiousness here—no ball gowns or dinner jackets. Just people who love music and love playing it. Join us, get to know us, and follow our pod!
The Orchestra of the Swan podcast is produced and supported by Cloudscape Media, and is copyright of the Orchestra of the Swan.
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In this episode of the Orchestra of the Swan Podcast, Artistic Director David Le Page introduces the 2026 season, on the theme of Resonance—music and storytelling designed to create lasting emotional impact. The programme highlights the orchestra’s signature words and music productions, including A Beautiful Thread inspired by Thomas Hardy and Red Sky at Sunrise based on Laurie Lee. Guitarist Mark Ashford discusses how live music and narration intertwine to bring these stories vividly to life across a wide range of venues, reaching audiences beyond traditional concert halls.
The season also features bold concert programming, including a chamber version of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony alongside works by Edward Elgar, Gustav Holst and Peter Maxwell Davies, as well as the launch of the Sheep Street Sessions in Stratford-upon-Avon. The episode includes reflections from cellist Chris Allan and Debbie Jagla.
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17 Sept 2025
New Music Time
David Le Page, Artistic Director of Orchestra of the Swan takes us behind the scenes of their new mixtape album Light and Shadow, sharing the inspirations, arrangements, and intimate chamber interpretations of iconic film music. Featuring a special conversation with vocalist SuRie, hear how Peter Gabriel, Radiohead, and more come alive in this uniquely cinematic recording. Stream the album now on all major platforms.
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25 Jun 2025
Episode 2
Actor Anton Lesser and Artistic Director David Le Page discuss the music influencing their careers, while conductor Rebecca Miller highlights her work with the Swan Youth Orchestra, in this interview episode.
20 Sept 2024
Orchestra of the Swan Podcast
In this, our first full-length podcast, the Swan's Artistic Director David Le Page takes you behind-the-scenes and introduces the wonderful players, supporters, and team that make up the Orchestra of the Swan.
We’ll hear from Principal Bass player, Claire Whitson, explore the world of funding with the Swan's Managing Director, Debbie Jagla, catch up with with baritone Roderick Williams, fresh from his performance of Mahler on stage at Warwick Hall. We're also celebrating our partnership with the Warwick Schools Foundation by chatting to the Foundation's Principal Richard Nicholson. And finally, acclaimed actor Anton Lesser reads an extract from A Beautiful Thread: Thomas Hardy in Words and Music.
For more information on visit orchestraoftheswan.org. Music available on all streaming sites.
Produced by Cloudscape Media. Copyright Orchestra of the Swan 2024. Recorded June 2024 in Warwick, England.
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13 Sept 2024
Orchestra of the Swan Podcast Coming Soon!
The Orchestra of the Swan podcast offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as we shine a spotlight on our incredible players, supporters, and the team who bring the Orchestra of the Swan to life.
Led by Artistic Director David Le Page, we’ll take you inside the inner workings of the orchestra, from conversations with our principal players, to exclusive rehearsal sneak peeks. You’ll also get a preview of our upcoming season, featuring acclaimed actor and our 2024/2025 Associate Artist, Anton Lesser.
No pretentiousness here—no ball gowns or dinner jackets. Just people who love music and love playing it. Join us, get to know us, and follow our podcasts!
Episode 1 is out Friday 20 September 2024
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