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Musicians Speak with Joseph Celli

Joseph Celli
Jazz
Improvisation
David Murray
Association For the Advancement Of Creative Musicians
Ingrid Laubrock
Gwo-Ka Masters
Live Performances
Piano
Classical Music
Mary Halvorson
Improvisational Music
Jazz Music
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Cecil Taylor
Du Yun
Haitian Voodoo Music
Improvisation In Jazz
Gospel Music
Brooklyn
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Musicians Speak, presented by internationally recognized composer, performer, and radio host Joseph Celli, is a podcast that presents illuminating interviews with new music creators across all genres. The show features a range of artists, from the deeply influential experimental musician and filmmaker Phil Niblock, to Wu Man, the world’s premier pipa virtuoso. Musicians Speak hopes to broaden its ... more

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Phill Niblock, the groundbreaking composer of minimalist and experimental music, joins Musicians Speak for the second half of his interview, recorded in 2020.

The New York Times wrote, “His work has influenced Brian Eno and other musicians associat... more

Intermedia artist Phill Niblock discusses his early years in NY and the beginnings of his art making at Judson Church and the founding of the Experimental Intermedia Foundation by Elaine Summers. Phill discusses his thick, loud drones and microtones ... more

Wadada Leo Smith has been in the epicenter of creative music for over 50 years as a composer, trumpet player, educator, and theoretician. From his earliest days with Anthony Braxton to his most recent tours, recordings, and performances with the like... more

Award-winning vocalist, composer and multi-instrumentalist Jen Shyu speaks about her wide range of influences, her studies in Asia, and the various compositions that we hear during the program. She is a Rome Prize Fellow, a Guggenheim Fellow, and a r... more

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Phil Niblock
Filmmaker, videographer and director of Experimental Intermedia
Experimental Intermedia
Episode: Phill Niblock (Part 2)
Phill Niblock
Filmmaker, videographer and director of Experimental Intermedia Foundation
Experimental Intermedia
Episode: Phill Niblock (Part 1)
Wadada Leo Smith
Composer, trumpeter, and multi-instrumentalist with a remarkable career spanning over 55 albums and numerous collaborations.
Episode: Wadada Leo Smith
Jen Shyu
Multilingual vocalist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and dancer.
Pi Records
Episode: Jen Shyu
Bill Frisell
Acclaimed guitarist and composer known for his innovative style and collaboration across genres.
Episode: Bill Frisell
Nicole Mitchell
Composer, flutist, conceptualist, and educator.
Episode: Nicole Mitchell
Joe Morris
Guitarist, bassist, improviser, composer, and concert organizer
New England Conservatory of Music
Episode: Joe Morris
William Parker
Improviser, composer, bassist, educator and author
Episode: William Parker
David Murray
Improviser, bandleader, composer, and saxophonist.
Episode: David Murray

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Joseph Celli
Host of Musicians Speak, an internationally recognized composer and performer, known for his insightful conversations with music creators.

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Sylvie Courvoisier
Q: How has the experience been working with Mary Halvorson over the last almost ten years?
Sylvie expresses that working with Mary is enjoyable and feels like teaming up with a close friend, emphasizing their shared curiosity and creativity in music.
Sylvie Courvoisier
Q: Could you tell us a little about your early life in Lausanne, Switzerland?
Sylvie shares that she was raised in a little village outside of Lausanne, where her father is an amateur jazz pianist, and describes her early involvement in music through family bands.
Ches Smith
Q: What is the relationship between improvisation and composition in your latest work?
He notes that in his recent album, there is a good balance, with about 40 to 50 percent composed material and the rest being improvised, allowing for more fluidity in performance.
Ches Smith
Q: How has the role of the drummer changed within improvised music during your lifetime?
Ches explains that the drummer's role has evolved significantly, with influences from hip-hop and complex rhythm structures making the role more about exploration than traditional timekeeping.
Wu Man
Q: Could you tell us about this new piece that was composed specifically for you?
Wu Man explains that the concerto, by Du Yun, represents storytelling through music and incorporates unexpected dynamics and structures, making it unique within her repertoire.

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The series offers a platform for musicians and composers across various genres to share their artistic journeys and insights. Episodes typically feature in-depth conversations with artists involved in new music creation, focusing on their unique approaches to composition, performance, and the influences that shape their artistry. By exploring themes such as innovation, improvisation, community, and the intersection of different musical traditions, the content aims to broaden listeners' understanding of contemporary music.

What sets this series apart is its commitment to highlighting diverse voices in the music world, including experimental and avant-garde artists who often push boundaries. The host facilitates thoughtful dialogues that exp... more

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1. Phil Niblock
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5. Bill Frisell
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7. Joe Morris
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