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In Conversation

2MBS Fine Music Sydney
Musical Theatre
Opera Australia
Bach
Sydney Opera House
Opera
Classical Music
Australia
Performing Arts
Australian Chamber Orchestra
Jazz
Baroque Music
Australian Festival Of Chamber Music
Mozart
Sydney
Music
Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Contemporary Music
Ann Carr-Boyd
Cabaret
Vov Dylan

In Conversation is brought to you by 2MBS Fine Music Sydney. In each episode, Simon Moore speaks to a figure in our artistic landscape, delving into all the detailed and interesting facets of their life, from the trivial to the profound. Our guest also introduces some musical extracts that are meaningful to them.

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South Korean violinist Bomsori Kim has quickly earned an enviable reputation on the international concert stage, performing with leading orchestras around the world and at some of the most prestigious international festivals. Making her Australian de... more

Dutch cellist Pieter Wispelwey has spent more than four decades building a career defined by curiosity, individuality and a refusal to regard any interpretation as finished. Equally at home on modern and period instruments, he has repeatedly returned... more

Pekka Kuusisto has never been especially interested in staying neatly within musical boundaries. The Finnish violinist, conductor and composer returns to Australia to guest direct the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s Legends and Luminaries program, bri... more

Simon Phillips has spent more than four decades at the heart of Australian theatre, directing everything from Shakespeare and contemporary drama to blockbuster musicals and opera. In Sydney directing the Australian premiere of Steven Moffat’s The Unf... more

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Pieter Wispelwey
Dutch cellist and international performer
Soloist and recitalist with major orchestras
Episode: Pieter Wispelwey: The inner dialogue
Pekka Kuusisto
Violinist, conductor and composer
ACO (Australian Chamber Orchestra)
Episode: Pekka Kuusisto: Genre optional
Simon Phillips
Director of theatre and former artistic director of major Australian companies
Theatre director (Australia)
Episode: Simon Phillips: On the edge of our seats
Andrew O'Connor
Bass baritone, freelance artist and educator
Australian vocal performer and educator
Episode: Andrew O'Connor: Bass transformations
Stephen Layton
Conductor and founder/director of Polyphony
Polyphony; Trinity College, Cambridge (former Director of Music)
Episode: Stephen Layton MBE: Let the music take off
Claire Edwardes
Virtuoso percussionist, artistic director and CEO of Ensemble Offspring
Ensemble Offspring
Episode: Claire Edwardes OAM: The revolutionary in me
Nathaniel Parker
Olivier Award-winning British actor with a long and varied career across theatre, film and television
Various including Royal Shakespeare Company, Opera Australia
Episode: Nathaniel Parker: He's just an ordinary man
Sir Howard Panter
British theatre impresario, co-founder Trafalgar Entertainment
Trafalgar Entertainment
Episode: Sir Howard Panter: Let him entertain you
Alexander Briger
Conductor, founder of the Australian World Orchestra
Australian World Orchestra
Episode: Alexander Briger AO: Bringing it home

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Simon Moore
Host of In Conversation

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Terrific chat

    Always enjoy Simon’s engaging interview style. The chat with Nicholas Hammond was wonderful. Didn’t realise a Sound of Music alum had done so much.

    Just listened to Alan Menken. Fascinating, always loved his work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deliverance73
    Australia6 months ago
  • Fabulous conversations

    This has quickly become one of my favourite podcasts! Simon is a terrific interviewer. He is knowledgeable about the topics discussed and has an easy and relaxed rapport with his guests. The episodes I’ve listened to have been extremely enjoyable and engaging, and I’m looking forward to listening to future conversations as well as exploring more from the past. Very highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard Allan 1965
    Australia3 years ago
  • One of my favourite podcasts!

    Always a worthwhile podcast. The episode with Claude-Michel Schönberg is brilliant!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Ashton
    Australia3 years ago
  • Binge Listening!

    My background is eighties Brit Pop, rather than “Fine Music” so I feared this Podcast would make me feel a bit ignorant and excluded. Instead I’m thoroughly enjoying my new musical journey and binge-listened the entire 2022 season over summer. Simon’s conversations with the guests are really that; warm, friendly, respectful and never too pushy. So many hosts make their Podcasts a vehicle for their own ego. Whilst extremely knowledgeable and often unashamedly a fan, Simon allows his guests room t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FTomney
    Australia4 years ago
  • Terrific chat

    Always enjoy Simon’s engaging interview style. The chat with Nicholas Hammond was wonderful. Didn’t realise a Sound of Music alum had done so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deliverance73
    Australia4 years ago

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The show is valued for in-depth conversations with notable arts figures and for its thoughtful exploration of careers.
Guests are consistently described as insightful and well-prepared, with meaningful anecdotes and professional wisdom.
Listeners praise the host's warm, relaxed interview style and ability to put guests at ease.

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Alexander Briger AO: Bringing it home
Q: How did your early experiences shape your conductorial approach?
Early mentorship from Charles Mackerras and exposure to international orchestras taught me that personality and leadership are as important as technique; this shaped my belief that rehearsals, cueing, and human connection with musicians drive orchestral success.
Simone Lamsma: At home in music
Q: Why is Britain's Violin Concerto a recurring piece for you, and how has your relationship with it evolved?
It has become a personal touchstone, a piece learned over many years that travels with me and continues to reveal new facets as I grow as an artist.
Sam Weller: The infinite possibilities of sound
Q: What do you think when you hear people speak of your work in such glowing terms?
I'm honoured by praise, and it reinforces the value of the collaborations I've pursued with ensembles like Apex and the opportunities to present contemporary music, while also staying connected to the legacy of composers and the craft of conducting.
Rupert Noffs: He’s just a Broadway baby
Q: How did the healing power of music influence your outlook on performance?
Rupert explains how singing and sharing songs with his mother during Alzheimer's brought memories to life and sparked a realization that performing could be a conduit for connection and healing for both him and his mother, guiding his later projects, including Sondheim-oriented shows.
Rupert Noffs: He’s just a Broadway baby
Q: What was the key moment that directed you toward an acting-singer career?
Rupert describes the pivotal experience of singing Being Alive to a large audience, which helped him realize his passion for acting and storytelling, leading him to pursue formal training (NIDA) rather than staying on the path of pure singing.

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- Interviews with leading figures in the Australian arts scene across music, theatre, opera, and performance, exploring career paths, leadership, collaborations, and the creative process. Guests share personal anecdotes, mentorship stories, and practical insights into sustaining a high-caliber arts career, often weaving in musical extracts and repertoire highlights. The show likely appeals to listeners who want in-depth, human-centered conversations with artists and arts professionals, and it stands out for its warm, conversational host style and emphasis on the intersection of performance craft with industry realities.

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Recent guests on In Conversation include:

1. Pieter Wispelwey
2. Pekka Kuusisto
3. Simon Phillips
4. Andrew O'Connor
5. Stephen Layton
6. Claire Edwardes
7. Nathaniel Parker
8. Sir Howard Panter

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