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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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Conductor Alexander Briger has built an extraordinary international career, working with orchestras and opera companies across Europe and Australia, while also creating one of this country’s most ambitious musical projects: the Australian World Orche... more

Swedish trumpeter Håkan Hardenberger has spent more than four decades redefining what is possible on his instrument, inspiring composers to create a remarkable new body of repertoire along the way. In Sydney to conduct and perform with the Sydney Sym... more

Norwegian trumpeter Arve Henriksen has forged one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music, blurring the boundaries between jazz, folk, ambient soundscapes and improvisation. Joining the Australian Chamber Orchestra for its From Winter's ... more

Australian soprano Gemma Nha has taken an extraordinary path from singing Katy Perry songs on The Voice Kids to performing on some of the world's leading opera stages. After studying at the Sydney Conservatorium, the University of Music and Performin... more

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Recent Guests

Håkan Hardenberger
World-renowned trumpet soloist and conductor
Self/Various orchestras and ensembles
Episode: Håkan Hardenberger: One lifetime is not enough
Arve Henriksen
Trumpeter and composer, guest on the tour with the Australian Chamber Orchestra
Episode: Arve Henriksen: Collecting sounds
Gemma Nha
Australian soprano with a diverse repertoire, Juilliard alumna, Volksoper Wien/Volksoper ensemble member
Opera Australia, Volksoper Wien, Juilliard
Episode: Gemma Nha: More than a glow up
Tahu Matheson
Conductor and head of music; artistic leadership at Opera Australia
Opera Australia
Episode: Tahu Matheson: The real power of opera
Benjamin Beilman
Violinist with international acclaim
Violinist, Curtis faculty (at time of interview)
Episode: Benjamin Beilman: Songs without words
Emma Pearson
Australian soprano with a international operatic career
Opera Australia; Wiesbaden; 2MBS interviewee
Episode: Emma Pearson: Passion is the smell of an oily rag
Renato Dolcini
Baritone and bass vocalist
Brandenburg Orchestra collaborations, Le Jardin des Voix alumnus
Episode: Renato Dolcini: The musician's voice
Lawrence Power
Internationally acclaimed violist
AC0 (Australian Chamber Orchestra) guest director; violist, composer
Episode: Lawrence Power: Accidental violist
Andrew Bevis
Actor, director and musical director with a multi-decade career in Australia and London
Theatre practitioner
Episode: Andrew Bevis: Some people got it

Host

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
    Australia4 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
    Australia3 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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Insightful host with a warm interview style
Listeners value the show's thoughtful, respectful approach to arts topics
High-quality conversations that are both informative and engaging
Guests are given space to shine and share meaningful stories

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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.
Blazey Best: Yours sincerely, a jobbing actor
Q: Was it the kind of place that would only try and have one of each type of person, so they didn't have the same people going for the same things?
She describes being on the books with a selective agency that kept a mix of ingenues, suggesting a curated, manageable roster and a sense of being given a fair chance within a small, focused group.

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What is In Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview series that centers on leaders and artists in the arts, especially music and theatre. Episodes frequently explore career trajectories, creative processes, leadership in arts organizations, and the interplay between performance, education, and community engagement, often weaving in meaningful musical excerpts. The host's style tends to be warm, curious, and respectful, drawing out practical insights about artistry, collaboration, and sustaining a creative career across different cultural contexts. A standout trait is the emphasis on personal storytelling and behind-the-scenes perspectives from performers, conductors, directors, and educators, making it a rich resource for listeners seeking career wisdom and industry co... more

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Recent guests on In Conversation include:

1. Håkan Hardenberger
2. Arve Henriksen
3. Gemma Nha
4. Tahu Matheson
5. Benjamin Beilman
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7. Renato Dolcini
8. Lawrence Power

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