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TACO Talk

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by American Classical Orchestra

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16 episodes

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Podcast Overview

TACO Talk is a weekly podcast series from The American Classical Orchestra, affectionately called TACO by its members. Through in-depth conversation with the orchestra’s musicians and some very special guests, host and artistic director Thomas Crawford shares insights while spinning tunes and tales about music, performance, and beyond. Produced by Mark Zaki, each episode takes a unique and intriguing glimpse into the world of music, making a rich connection with the past and exploring the ways classical musicians intersect with historic performance and contemporary culture.

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2/11/2021

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May 24, 2021

Episode 15: Thomas Crawford - In The Maestro's Words

In the season finale of TACOTalk, producer Mark Zaki interviews ACO Artistic Director Thomas Crawford about his musical journey from ear-splitting rock bands to jazz improv to his decision to build a career in classical music. Talking about his eclectic taste in music, Tom describes the goosebumps he felt at his first listen to Paul McCartney’s “Yesterday,” and his first experience rehearsing with period instrument players, when after just one bar he was so overcome with emotion at the sound, he had to step off the podium.

May 17, 2021

Episode 14: Classical Music For Kids: Moving to the Music

In this week’s episode, Tom talks with Music Educator Katie Traxler and Mae Miller, ACO Director of Education and the inspiration, twenty-three years ago, for Tom to create ACO’s Classical Music for Kids. The three discuss kids’ enthusiastic reaction to CMK school visits; Katie has welcomed CMK to her school for eleven years. They also discuss children’s visceral reactions, a CMK favorite, Peter and the Wolf, and ACO’s upcoming film of the work, which adds to the cast of musicians and two professional mimes. Note: the film will be featured on the PBS Learning Channel – allowing children around the world to enjoy and be inspired by this great Prokofiev children’s classic.

May 10, 2021

Episode 13: John Feeney and Krista Bennion Feeney - Sympathetic Vibrations

Tom talks with ACO Principal Bass and champion of classical literature for bass John Feeney, and preeminent period violinist Krista Bennion Feeney, who served as concertmaster and guest soloist in a number of ACO concerts. Long married with two grown sons. the couple was used to the routine of practice, travel, rehearsals, and performance that came to a sudden halt during the lockdown. But over the months, they discovered and reveled in the untapped joys of nature, slowing down, and the fortunate symbiosis between bass and violin.

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What is TACO Talk?: TACO Talk is a weekly podcast series from The American Classical Orchestra, affectionately called TACO by its members. Through in-depth conversation with the orchestra’s musicians and some very special guests, host and artistic director Thomas Crawford shares insights while spinning tunes and tales about music, performance, and beyond.

Produced by Mark Zaki, each episode takes a unique and intriguing glimpse into the world of music, making a rich connection with the past and exploring the ways classical musicians intersect with historic performance and contemporary culture.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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