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Embrace Everything - The World of Gustav Mahler

Aaron Cohen
Gustav Mahler
Mahler's Fourth Symphony
Mahler's Third Symphony
Fourth Symphony
Houston Symphony
Alma Schindler
Freund Hein
Patreon
Leonard Bernstein
Amsterdam Mahler Festival
Livestream Concerts
Vienna Court Opera
Classical Music
Ich Bin Der Welt Abhanden Gekommen
New York Philharmonic
Schubert's String Quartet
Tchaikovsky
Mahler's Fifth Symphony
Mahler's Eighth Symphony
Fifth Symphony

The Embrace Everything podcast series is an exploration and celebration of the music of Gustav Mahler. Throughout his life Mahler insisted that music had to, literally, embrace everything. This makes his compositions unusually rich in what they offer both audience and musicians. It’s often delightfully quirky one moment and then deeply tragic the next. Mahler did not shy away from introducing the ... more

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In Friedrich Rückert’s poem “At Midnight,” Gustav Mahler found the perfect lyrics to pair with his haunting score. The combination illustrates Mahler’s ongoing questioning of faith and search for God.

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*JAMES LURIE as the voice of G... more

One of Friedrich Rückert’s poems argued for privacy during the creative process. No wonder the lyrics resonated with Gustav Mahler, who was inspired to create “Do Not Look Into My Songs.”

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*JAMES LURIE as the voice of Gustav Mahler more

Gustav Mahler’s song “I Breathed a Gentle Fragrance” endeavors to capture the intoxicating smell of the Linden tree. He wrote it for someone dear to him.

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*JAMES LURIE as the voice of Gustav Mahler

*LAURA GRAGTMANS as the voice of ... more

After a traumatic health scare in 1901, Gustav Mahler found consolation in the words of poet Friedrich Rückert. Mahler adopted Rückert’s voice as his own in a new series of songs.

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*JAMES LURIE as the voice of Gustav Mahler

*LAURA ... more

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Anisa Mehdi
A flutist and journalist who shares her experiences growing up in a politically charged environment and her journey with music.
Episode: Mahler Miniatures: Embracing Humanity
Thomas Hampson
Baritone and music educator
Episode: Mahler Miniatures: Nirvana on Earth
DD Jackson
Emmy Award-winning composer, jazz and classical pianist, and professor at three universities.
NYU
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Seven Themes (S4, B1)
Joanna Neilly
Professor of German at Oxford University
University of Oxford
Episode: Movement Four - The Heavenly Life (S4, Ep.4)
Paul Fleming
Professor of Comparative Literature and German Studies at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: Movement Four - The Heavenly Life (S4, Ep.4)
Fred Plotkin
Expert on classical music and food
Episode: Movement Four - The Heavenly Life (S4, Ep.4)
Miriam Pastor Burgos
Solo English Horn with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam
Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Episode: Movement Four - The Heavenly Life (S4, Ep.4)
William Henry Curry
Conductor
Episode: Movement Four - The Heavenly Life (S4, Ep.4)
Paul Bekker
Music critic and author who knew Mahler
Episode: Movement Two - Freund Hein Strikes Up the Dance (S4, Ep.2)

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Aaron Cohen
Host of Embrace Everything - The World of Gustav Mahler (and related Embrace Everything productions)

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 474 ratings
  • Beautifully Done

    “Beautifully Done” expresses not just the quality of these podcasts but the beauty that is communicated through their description of Mahler’s music. The podcasts are extremely well-prepared, with Aaron and other experts relating the music to Mahler’s life circumstances and his inner thoughts. Highly recommended for lovers of music who want to increase their appreciation of this wonderful composer and his music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hrant Y
    United States3 months ago
  • Bravissimo! 👏🏻

    With this podcast, Aaron Cohen offers an inspiring and scholarly exploration of the magnificent symphonies of Gustav Mahler, including an abundance of musical-historical context. Whether you’re a beginner or an aficionado, this podcast will make your heart soar, and you will love Mahler to the end of your days 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Schubert
    Francea year ago
  • Sublime

    I wholeheartedly love this podcast. I don’t have any music instruction but have always been fascinated by Mahler and couldn’t put to words why, but this podcast, one symphony/movement at a time is filing those gaps, for which I’m grateful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OJLR84
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Extremely educational

    Thank you for this podcast , I’m learning so much , having listened to Mahlers music for many years.

    I had no idea there was so much documentation, from Mahler himself and from others , about what it all means and about the thoughts, feelings and visions he wanted to set to music. Fascinating!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    french david
    France2 years ago
  • Must listen

    This podcast follows the storylines of Mahler's symphonies while adding very relevant and interesting background information. The way it is put together is very easy to follow and fun to listen to and adds a whole new dimension to Mahler's symphonies. Whether you're an avid classical music fan, a performer, or just getting in to it, this podcast is a great listen and I cannot recommend it enough. Looking forward to future seasons!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigt492759175
    United States2 years ago

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Special Episode: Mahler Movies
Q: How did you get into making documentaries about Mahler in the first place?
Jason shares that his first documentary was about Mahler's Third Symphony, motivated by the philosophical depth of the piece and his love for Mahler's transformative art.
Special Episode: The Mahler Family Album
Q: So how old were the kids in these pictures?
They were very young, perhaps two to six years old when Mahler passed away.
Special Episode: The Mahler Family Album
Q: So when you look at the photo album, what comes through for you?
There is a sense that this is a loving family, conscious of itself, documenting their lives.

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The program delivers deeply researched, richly produced explorations of Gustav Mahler's music, combining expert interviews with readings of Mahler and contemporaries. Each season centers on a specific symphony, weaving musicology, performance practice, poetry, and historical context into accessible storytelling. Guests range from renowned conductors and scholars to performing artists, often discussing orchestration, interpretation, and Mahler's broader artistic influences. A notable strength is the blend of high-level analysis with human-interest angles, including personal stories, archival readings, and live performance insights, which makes complex ideas feel tangible for both enthusiasts and professionals. The show's distinctive voice li... more

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2. Thomas Hampson
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4. Joanna Neilly
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6. Fred Plotkin
7. Miriam Pastor Burgos
8. William Henry Curry

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