Life in the Pit
David LaneThis podcast is devoted to the lives and experiences of instrumental musicians who play for musical theatre. Listeners can hear the stories of what goes on in "the pit" and aspiring musicians can learn what it takes to become a pit musician.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 99 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicArtsPerforming ArtsMusic Interviews | |||
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Back in 2021, we chatted with Joe LaRocca while he was playing on the 50th anniversary tour of Jesus Christ Superstar. Since then he has found the niche of actor/musician and talks about how that has changed his perspective before we get into our ma... more
In 2021, John Eldridge and I had a 2-part episode series on keyboard programming in musical theatre, and I felt it was time to check in for a 2025 update. Software like MainStage and Q-Lab are becoming more and more expected at even a community thea... more
CORRECTED: Original post was missing the interview, and has been updated.
Sachio Nang chatted with Life in the Pit in 2021 talking about his recent high school experience and getting started with theatre music directing. Since then, he has done pro... more
Sachio Nang was recently a high school graduate in the Chicago area in 2021, and has since been part of 3 national tours since we originally spoke! Before we soon reconnect to talk about his very young career as a Broadway touring musician, here is ... more
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- Excellent window into the life of pit musicians
Ever since I first had a chance to play in a local theater pit, I've been fascinated with pit work. It's such a unique type of musical work (especially for someone like me, who is otherwise primarily a rhythm guitarist in rock bands), and I'm always looking for opportunities to learn more about peoples' experiences in the pit and looking for ways to build my own pit skills/experience. I found this show by chance and am so grateful David has made a podcast that matches my interests so closely! I'... more
Apple Podcasts5BradLinden
United States4 years ago - Great insight
Keep it up
Apple Podcasts5admd8
United Kingdom5 years ago - Episode 38 keyboards
Excellent interview with a musical keyboard programming master. Looking forward to part 2 next week.
Apple Podcasts5GGMusicianUnited States5 years ago - Inspiring and entertaining!
Such an interesting listen, keep it up!
Apple Podcasts5jaackmaatestansUnited Kingdom5 years ago - Fantastic for Music Theater folks!!
This is a great podcast for anyone who is involved with music theater pits (or wants to be)! I have enjoyed every episode! The bonus episodes provide welcome content with additional insight and information about "life in the pit".
Apple Podcasts5B AldrichUnited States5 years ago
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