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- 2022
- First episode
About Principles of Music
The Principles of Music Podcast is a series of talks, masterclasses and Q+A's with virtuoso guitarist Bryan Baker. Hosted by Luke Lewis of GuitarVivo.com, PoM is a unique look into the philosophy of making, studying and enjoying music.
- Publisher
- Bryan Baker and Luke Lewis
- Category
- music · music · music
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 15 Sept 2022
- Latest episode
- 16 May 2024
Latest episodes
13 episodes in the feed.
16 May 2024
Ep.12 J.S. Bach's The St. Matthew Passion
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In today's episode, Bryan talks about J.S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion If you want to support the show you can sign up to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast You'll get Episodes in Video Form Early Episode Access Exclusive Transcriptions and Other Bonus Content Access to Patron only Live Events
18 Mar 2024
Episode 11. Trust & Truth
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In today's episode, Bryan talks about Trust and Truth. If you want to support the show you can sign up to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast You'll get Episodes in Video Form Early Episode Access Exclusive Transcriptions and Other Bonus Content Access to Patron only Live Events 00:00 What today's talk is about and Schopenhauer 00:07 It's about trusting yourself 00:10 Honesty with the musician's call 00:17 How to start developing trust 00:25 Understanding the Will - the dasein 00:32 You’ve seriously got nothing to lose 00:38 Put your will on it 00:42 Being honest in cover bands 01:07 Truth 01:15 It’s the Heroes Journey!
15 Dec 2023
Ep.10 The Philosophy of Groove
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) This episode was filmed as a live event on zoom. If you want to be involved with future episode recordings, join our pattern : https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast In this session, Bryan discusses the role and importance of Rhythm and Groove. As well as, why it is often overlooked in favour of other aspects such as harmony or technique. If you have questions, email us at principles@guitarvivo.com and join our FB group to stay up to day: https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1)
17 Aug 2023
Ep.9 The Riff
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In today's episode, Bryan riffs on the subject of riffs. A traditionally guitaristic term that actually has a profound meaning if you're willing to approach it with one. If you want to support the shouw you can sign up to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast You'll get Episodes in Video Form Early Episode Access Exclusive Transcriptions and Other Bonus Content Access to Patron only Live Events
24 Jul 2023
Ep.8 Performance
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In this episode, Bryan builds on the concepts discussed in ep.2 Artistry This episode looks to change your perspective on the role of performance and how it relates philosophically to self=belief, self-image and more If you have questions, email us at principles@guitarvivo.com and join our FB group to stay up to day: https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1)
13 Jul 2023
Friday Five - #1 - Schubert, Young Widows, Classic Mountain Song, Wagner, Beethoven
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In our new sub-series, The Friday Five, Bryan takes us through five pieces of music that have been in his listening rotation this week. New episodes will be updated on the second and fourth Friday of every month. Sign up to our Patreon for bonus content, early releases, livestreams and more - https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast
30 May 2023
Ep.7 Dynamics
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In this episode, Bryan builds on the concepts discussed in ep.6 Sound. This episode looks to change your perspective on the role of dynamics in a piece of music by giving practical examples and exercises. If you have questions, email us at principles@guitarvivo.com and join our FB group to stay up to day: https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1)
20 Mar 2023
Ep.6 Sound
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In this episode Bryan talks about SOUND... a frequently overlooked aspect of our playing. We dive deeply into how the simple act of considering it and understanding the tools at your disposal will benefit your playing the-fold. With his typical blend of philosophising and practical examples, Bryan shows you how to discover the breadth of timbral diversity available to you on the instrument. If you have questions, email us at principles@guitarvivo.com and join our FB group to stay up to day: https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171/people/?should_open_welcome_member_composer=1)
29 Jan 2023
Ep.5 Listening
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In this episode, Bryan discusses the topic of "Listening" Most musicians simply don't listen enough. In this podcast, Bryan will talk you through the importance of listening, the act of listening, and some specific listening recommendations. These include: String Quartets (e.g. Hyden, Mozart) Beethovens String Quartet by the Suske Quartet Mahler Symphony No.2 Beethoven's 5th Symphony To get in touch with us, email principles@guitarvivo.com Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171) Check out the Foundations Course here: https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/ (https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/) Or Become a Member of GuitarVivo.com for course access, 100's of lessons and podcast perks such as early access and episode videos : https://guitarvivo.com/ (https://guitarvivo.com/)
8 Jan 2023
Ep.4 Rhythm
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In this episode Bryan explores the subject of rhythm and its often overlooked importance as one of the key principles of music. Addressing the the power of rhythm and it's role in the hierarchy of music and communication, this episode looks to give you a whole new perspective. To get in touch with us, email principles@guitarvivo.com Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171) Check out the Foundations Course here: https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/ (https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/) Or Become a Member of GuitarVivo.com for course access, 100's of lessons and podcast perks such as early access and episode videos : https://guitarvivo.com/ (https://guitarvivo.com/)
6 Nov 2022
Ep.3 The Blues
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In this episode Bryan gets into how paradoxical the Blues is and how to play with an appreciation for what authentically gives the blues its charm. This is an absolute must listen for every guitarist let alone blues guitarists. NOTE: Tinariwen is the name of the Malian band Bryan Mentions "The Blues is like a wooden hut, but you open it up and it's Narnia" To get in touch with us, email principles@guitarvivo.com Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171) Check out the Foundations Course here: https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/ (https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/) Or Become a Member of GuitarVivo.com for course access, 100's of lessons and podcast perks such as early access and episode videos : https://guitarvivo.com/ (https://guitarvivo.com/) 00:00:00 - A Rough Origin of the Blues 00:11:00 - Focus On Blues Like A Singer 00:20:00 - Climbing The Musical Mountain 00:29:00 The Cardinal Sin Of Melodic Playing Is Not Playing Things That Can Be Sung 00:32:00 - Wagner Side Story 01:29:00 - The Rational Explanation is Often Anemic
9 Oct 2022
Ep.2 Artistry
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) In episode 2 of the Principles of Music Podcast, Bryan talks about artistry; Its importance and how to best cultivate it. Topics Covered Include; Nietzsche's Apollonian and Dionysian instincts as they relate to artists. The Irrationality of Music Approaching Versatility Performance If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and share. To get in touch with us, email principles@guitarvivo.com Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171) Check out the Foundations Course here: https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/ (https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/) Or Become a Member of GuitarVivo.com for course access, 100's of lessons and podcast perks such as early access and episode videos : https://guitarvivo.com/ (https://guitarvivo.com/)
15 Sept 2022
Ep.1 The Philosophy of Technique
Send us a Text Message. (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2045467/open_sms) Welcome to the brand new Principles of Music Podcast. In our first episode, Bryan explores the subject of technique from a host of different perspectives, including; What technique really is and the musical advantages it affords us The pitfalls associated with technical practice How to develop it in a way that avoids those pitfalls The mindset you should foster when considering technique and technical limitations plus a lot more. We chiefly demonstrate these concepts as they relate to guitar however every instrument will be able to draw parallels to the ideas discussed here. If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and share. To get in touch with us, email principles@guitarvivo.com Join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/544192037278171) Check out the Foundations Course here: https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/ (https://guitarvivo.com/principles-of-music-foundation-course/) Or Become a Member of GuitarVivo.com for course access, 100's of lessons and podcast perks such as early access and episode videos : https://guitarvivo.com/ (https://guitarvivo.com/) Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:01:24 Why we want limitless technique? 0014:00 “Technique is like poison” 00:19:30 The Anti-Technique Fallacy 00:26:00 The Ultimate Goal 00:31:16 Practicing Technique 00:37:20 Alternate Picking is Nothing to Think about 00:45:00 Being Played by The Instrument 00:52:00 Balancing the pursuit of Music and Technique 00:59:30 When Do I Abandon a Technique? 01:06:00 Find the Technique For The Phrase 01:12:00 Is Time an Aspect of Technique? 01:16:30 Linking it to identity and voice 01:20:00 Practicing Licks is the worst thing 01:25:44 Harmonic Scale Practice 01:34:52 Developing your own style 01:44:30 How do you make the process as efficient as possible
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