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Thoroughly Good Classical Music Podcast

Thoroughly Good Classical Music Podcast
Classical Music
Bach
Daniel Kidane
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Music Composition
Covid-19
Wigmore Hall
Conducting
Jane Austen
Royal Opera House
Music Education
Handel's Oratorio Israel In Egypt
Emmanuel Despax
Britten Pears Arts
Albra Festival
Snape Maltings
Brighton Dome
Aurora Orchestra
Colin Matthews
Björk

Jon Jacob talks to artists, writers, and audience members about classical music.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes463Founded16 years ago
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Performing ArtsArts

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Recent Guests

Huw Watkins
Pianist and composer
Episode: 226: Huw Watkins
Katie Bray
A mezzo-soprano discussing her career and new album
Episode: 223: Mezzo Soprano Katie Bray
Penelope Appleyard
Freelance soprano passionate about classical music and Jane Austen's literary works.
Episode: 222: Penelope Appleyard
Ruby Colley
Composer, sound artist, and violinist
Episode: 220: Composer and Sound Artist Ruby Colley
Carole Hayman
Writer, director, and producer best known for creating the long-running Radio 4 comedy Ladies of Letters
Episode: 219: Writer Carole Hayman
Betty Makharinsky
Soprano and producer; co-founder of Vache Baroque
Vache Baroque
Episode: 218: Vache Baroque's Betty Makharinsky
Aida Lahlou
Casablanca-born pianist and winner of the 2024 Royal Overseas League Awards.
Episode: 216: Aida Lahlou
Tamsin Waley-Cohen
Violinist and Artistic Director of the Two Moors Festival
Two Moors Festival
Episode: 214: Violinist Tamsin Waley-Cohen
Alice Farnham
Conductor currently working with the English Touring Opera
English Touring Opera
Episode: 213: Conductor Alice Farnham

Host

Jon Jacob
Host with long-running focus on classical music, conversation with artists, writers, and audience members.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Interesting interviewees, annoying host

    My 3-star rating is an average of 5 stars for the interviewees the program gets, and 1 star for the host, who is much too pleased with himself and laughs too much at his own jokes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mildred Lathbury
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    This is the most brilliant classical music podcast. Really thought provoking conversation and a great interviewer with such an engaging style and extensive knowledge of the subject. Always leaves me inspired and wanting to go and listen to more classical music. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LKHMusic
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Longtime podcaster continues to show how it's done

    This podcast has been around for well over a decade, maybe even a decade and a half, and the standard has always been high. The presenter doesn't concern himself with cramming in as many ads as possible. It's all very much about the work. The early shows, of which there are many, are delightful, less focused on classical music and the Eurovision, but it's clear the presenter is passionate about these two things and something of an authority. Even if neither musical genres are your cup of tea, th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Low on credit
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Great music podcast

    Nice relaxed and well informed interviewer, top guests and informative podcast, good production values

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ianbath
    United Kingdom8 years ago

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Listeners praise the depth and breadth of guest expertise and the host's knowledge, with particular admiration for top-tier guests and strong production values.
Some feedback notes the host's style may be polarizing to some listeners, but the overall content quality remains high and engaging.
The show is respected for longevity and its mostly work-focused, craft-oriented approach to classical music topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#17
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Apple Podcasts
#31
Russia/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#114
Spain/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#170
Norway/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#222
Indonesia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#233
Singapore/Arts/Performing Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

226: Huw Watkins
Q: What motivates you to write and perform contemporary music in today's climate?
Watkins emphasizes the importance of engaging audiences, the role of funding and institutions in enabling new work, and the personal satisfaction of contributing to living tradition rather than only performing established repertoire.
226: Huw Watkins
Q: How do you manage two composers living and working together without losing boundaries?
He describes practical separation like a garden hut for studio work, deliberate boundaries, and the idea that a long-running collaboration benefits from space to think independently while still staying aligned creatively.
226: Huw Watkins
Q: What does that variety bring to your artistic partnership?
Watkins suggests that working across different projects and collaborations broadens his musical language and keeps the partnership fresh, enabling clearer communication and a richer shared palette on stage.
224: Lizzie Ball
Q: What challenges come with the new roles you are taking?
Lizzie discusses managing the mental load of parenthood alongside her creative leadership, revealing the balancing act required in her life.
224: Lizzie Ball
Q: What interested you most about your new projects?
Lizzie articulates her drive to create inviting spaces for audiences without dumbing down the music, emphasizing intimacy and thoughtful engagement in performances.

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Listeners of this long-running classical music program tend to seek thoughtful conversations with performers, composers, and industry insiders, often focusing on artistry, performance practice, and the broader dynamics of the classical music world. Episodes feature intimate interviews with soloists, conductors, festival directors, and arts administrators, plus occasional explorations of representation, accessibility, and community impact within the scene. The host's evident enthusiasm and deep subject knowledge help elevate conversations about technique, repertoire, and the realities of making classical music in today's landscape. The show stands out for inviting diverse guests—from performers to writers and organizers—and for its willingne... more

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2. Katie Bray
3. Penelope Appleyard
4. Ruby Colley
5. Carole Hayman
6. Betty Makharinsky
7. Aida Lahlou
8. Tamsin Waley-Cohen

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