The Tonearm
Lawrence PeryerThe Tonearm connects you with the people and ideas moving culture forward. Every episode is one conversation, free of format, going where it needs to go. Hosted by long-time music business executive, journalist and fan, Lawrence Peryer.
The Tonearm is for the listener who wants the work explained by the person who made it, not by someone interpreting it from the outside. If you're interested in i... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 317 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicBooksMusic CommentaryArts | |||
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This week, we're putting The Tonearm's needle on five-time Grammy-nominated composer Suzanne Ciani.
Suzanne has spent decades innovating electronic music on the Buchla synthesizer, an instrument as intimate to her as any acoustic musician's.
Suzann... more
This week we’re putting The Tonearm's needle on trumpeter, composer, and bandleader Steven Bernstein.
Amongst his many activities, Steven leads Sexmob and the Millennial Territory Orchestra and serves as Laurie Anderson's musical director.
He's o... more
This week, we’re putting The Tonearm's needle on saxophonist and composer Alden Hellmuth. Alden grew up in Hartford, studying in the Jackie McLean tradition, and now works out of New York City.
Her new album is called Tether, and it features a band ... more
This week, we're putting The Tonearm's needle on trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas.
Douglas’s latest album, Transcend, came out in April. It's the second record from GIFTS, his band with Rafiq Bhatia, James Brandon Lewis, Tomeka Reid, and Ian Chan... more
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Apple Podcasts5bcsquest
United States5 months ago - Curiosity
Whether I’m considering science, poetry, carpentry, or music, nothing opens the door to enlightenment wider than the (spoken or unspoken) phrase “I’m curious…” If there’s a secret sauce to Spotlight On, I believe that it’s Lawrence Puryear’s curiosity. And he always approaches his guests with the respect of having done his homework. He’s researched careers and discographies, so we know that his questions come from a place of intellectual truth. “I understand some of what you’re doing, but I want... more
Apple Podcasts5Harry LandersUnited Statesa year ago - Brilliant
As one of Lawrence’s interview subjects, I can tell you I was really impressed with his preparation and insightful questions as well as his professional and comfortable vibe. I really enjoyed chatting with him and I hope that comes across to listeners. Happy to be not just a subject but a subscriber!
Apple Podcasts5joebrentUnited Statesa year ago - One of the More Entertaining Music Chat Podcasts Out There
I think Lawrence is one of the best under-the-radar podcast interviewers in podcast-land. These shows feel like fly-on-the-wall conversations, with Lawrence often prompting his guests into pleasantly unexpected topics and revealing glimpses into the creative process. Even if the guest is someone I know nothing about, I always come away entertained and learning something new about what makes music tick. A gem!
Apple Podcasts5General ZubonUnited States3 years ago - Keep getting better!
Great series of podcasts and interviews from people across the entirety of the live music space. Such a treat to hear LP speak with his guests about life, music, art and everything in between. 10/10 would recommend.
Apple Podcasts5relly124United States4 years ago
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A thoughtful, conversation-driven series that features deep dives into music—ranging from minimalist and contemporary classical to experimental jazz and sound art. Episodes frequently center on the creative process, collaboration within ensembles, leadership, and the social contexts surrounding music making, including residency programs, funding landscapes, and activism in the arts. Notable traits include rigorous pre-interview preparation, a calm, curious interviewing style, and guests who are both practitioners and thinkers shaping modern music culture. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want technical insight, artistic philosophy, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on how innovative music happens in real-world settings.
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Recent guests on The Tonearm include:
1. Steven Bernstein
2. Alden Hellmuth
3. Dave Douglas
4. Ora Cogan
5. Stephen Emmer
6. George Grella
7. Meredith Bates
8. Nick Fraser
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