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Naxos Classical Spotlight

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Naxos Classical Spotlight explores the world of classical music. Along the way host Raymond Bisha shares the stories about the music, and the musicians who make it.

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Liza Lim
Australian composer known for her innovative musical compositions.
Episode: A Sutured World - the music of Liza Lim
Miroslav Beinhauer
Pianist and recording artist
Superphone
Episode: The Piano Music of Alois Hába
Clélia Iruzun
Pianist who has recorded works by Oscar Lorenzo Fernandez
Naxos
Episode: Introducing piano works by Oscar Lorenzo Fernandez
Rachel Podger
Violinist and founder of Brecon Baroque
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Episode: "Just Biber". A new album with Rachel Podger and Brecon Baroque
Anna Geniushene
Piano virtuoso and half of the duo featured in Hallelujah Junction
Episode: Halleluja Junction. American Music for Two Piano
Joby Talbot
Composer known for his scores for ballet and other performance arts.
American Ballet Theatre
Episode: Joby Talbot details the progression of his ballet score, The Winter's Tale.
Behzod Abduraimov
Pianist known for his work with classical music, including compositions by Prokofiev and Shor.
Episode: Behzod Abduraimov plays Prokkofiev and Shor
Alon Sariel
Mandolin virtuoso discussing his album Vienna Mandolin Stories
Pentatone label
Episode: Vienna Mandolin Stories, an interview with Alon Sariel
Skip Sempé
Conductor and founder of Capriccio's Stravagante Renaissance Orchestra
Capriccio's Stravagante Renaissance Orchestra
Episode: Skip Sempé talks about the music of John Dowland

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Raymond Bisha
Host of Naxos Classical Spotlight, sharing insights into classical music with an engaging narrative style.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Excellent podcast

    This is a terrific podcast for the beginner to classical music or for someone looking to find new composers and pieces to listen to. The balance between narration and music is tilted towards music. Great! The narrative is informative, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GenoRingo
    United Statesa year ago
  • More Women Please!

    Please include works by female composers! There are a lot to choose from.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    try again1
    United States5 years ago

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Many enjoy the balance of narration and musical samples, making the content accessible to both beginners and experienced listeners.
Listeners appreciate the deep exploration and informative content focused on classical music.
There are requests for a broader inclusion of female composers and perspectives in the programming.

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A Sutured World - the music of Liza Lim
Q: Tell me a bit about the Mary Transcendence after Trauma.
It's the large middle panel of a triptych celebrating three female spiritual lineages, focusing on themes of nature, spirituality, and the experiences of women.
An Introduction to the United Strings of Europe
Q: Tell me a bit more about Dobrinka Tabakova.
Azkoul describes Dobrinka as an interesting Bulgarian composer based in Britain, highlighting her unique influence on the piece included in their album.
An Introduction to the United Strings of Europe
Q: Tell me a bit about the United Strings of Europe.
Julian Azkoul explains that the ensemble was founded by a group of graduate students wanting to celebrate commonalities across Europe through music and has been performing for over 12 years.
The Piano Music of Alois Hába
Q: How did you first discover his music?
Miroslav discovered Hába's music while studying at the conservatory, initially knowing his name but later gaining deeper connections through performance opportunities.
Behzod Abduraimov plays Prokkofiev and Shor
Q: What kind of things did you hear with him or learn from him?
Abduraimov discusses the sophistication of sound and the varied interpretations of music across different composers, particularly how they apply the same indications differently.

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2. Miroslav Beinhauer
3. Clélia Iruzun
4. Rachel Podger
5. Anna Geniushene
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7. Behzod Abduraimov
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