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CLASSICAL MUSIC has been misappropriated as a musical genre and a culture rooted in the aesthetics of Western Europe. TRILLOQUY is the weekly podcast built to DECOLONIZE the traditional definitions and conversations surrounding CLASSICAL MUSIC.

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"America/Beautiful" is a project by pianist and arts advocate Min Kwon, in which she has commissioned a diverse group of more than 70 of today’s leading American composers to each compose a variation on “America the Beautiful.” Loki chats with Min ab... more

Loki chats with Devin Moore of the Isidore String Quartet about life as a professional chamber musician, what it looks like to help people reimagine this sub-genre of "classical" music, and how his Blackness shows up along the way. Loki unpacks how h... more

On April 16-19, 2026 the Gateways Music Festival will join forces with the Dance Theatre of Harlem to present Igor Stravinsky's "Firebird", led by acclaimed conductor Jeri Lynne Johnson. Jeri joins Loki to talk about her historic firsts as a Black wo... more

On March 27, 2026, Naxos Records released "When the Caged Bird Sings" - a new work for orchestra, chorus, and soloists by composer Nkeiru Okoye. Nkeiru joins Loki to talk about her identity as a composer of both African-American and Nigerian heritage... more

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Devin Moore
Member of the Isidore Quartet
Isidore Quartet
Episode: Opus 276 - "Adorations" (feat. Devin Moore)
Jeri Lynne Johnson
Maestro, conductor, founder of Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra
Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra
Episode: Opus 275 - "The Firebird" (feat. Jeri Lynne Johnson)
Nkeiru Okoye
Composer; librettist; conductor; cultural thought leader
Self / Collaborators mentioned (University of Michigan, Exeggents)
Episode: Opus 274 - "When the Caged Bird Sings" (feat. Nkeiru Okoye)
Nathalie Joachim
Haitian-American flutist, singer, songwriter, composer; former member of Flutronics
Sedi Records / Flutronix
Episode: Opus 273 - "Black Being" (feat. Nathalie Joachim)
Michael Repper
Maestro and conductor, known for his work in increasing representation of marginalized composers in classical music.
Episode: Opus 272 - "Negro Melodies" (feat. Michael Repper)
Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol
Composer and musician with a focus on Sufi traditions
Episode: Opus 271 - "The Game of Risk" (feat. Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol)
Tenzin Choegyal
Tibetan composer raised in exile, known for his unique contributions to contemporary music.
Episode: Opus 269 - "Be The Sky" (feat. Tenzin Choegyal)
Donna Walker-Kuhne
Celebrated expert in audience development and author of Champions for the Arts
Episode: Opus 268 - Champions for the Arts (feat. Donna Walker-Kuhne)
Josh Jones
World-class percussionist featured with the ensemble Sphinx Virtuosi.
Sphinx Organization
Episode: Opus 266 - "American Mirror" (feat. Josh Jones and Bill Neri)

Host

Loki Karuna
Host of Trilloquy; central figure in conversations about decolonizing classical music.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Classical music is okay…

    …But the Trilloquy podcast makes it great! This show shines a light on the marginalized and encourages everyone to think better, listen better and BE BETTER. I look forward to new episodes every week and been listening for yearss now. Thanks G&S for sharing your voices!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buttclit
    United States3 years ago
  • More research and better listening skills

    The new director of the Baltimore Symphony is biracial. He is well established in Europe. Do your homework. Please. He may have been American born but he was European bred. I enjoy your podcast however it appears that you ofttimes don’t do good research on subjects you want to dismiss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    basso54
    United States3 years ago
  • More research

    The new director of the Baltimore Symphony is biracial. He is well established in Europe. Do your homework. Please. He may have been American born but he was European bred.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    basso54
    United States4 years ago
  • A Necessary Part of Every Weekly Routine

    For anyone considering a career in performing arts or programming of any kind and cares about how their work includes and reflects all people, you must listen to Trilloquy. Not only does Trilloquy provide insightful, relevant, and critical perspectives on current events in the modern performance ecosystem, it also brings attention to how many of our established practices and traditions directly stem from oppressive and colonized culture norms. Episodes of Trilloquy are an important addition to t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cameron.barton
    United States4 years ago
  • Absolutely unparalleled

    A vital standout in the classical podcast realm. If you want to learn, listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K. f G.
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's depth and ability to challenge the status quo.
Regarded as a vital resource for those seeking to dismantle white supremacy in the arts.
Thoughtful, empowering discussions about representation in classical music.
Strongly appreciated for highlighting marginalized voices and practical industry insights.

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Opus 276 - "Adorations" (feat. Devin Moore)
Q: Well, what constitutes for you something interesting? What are the qualities that you're looking for?
I personally love music that is somewhat programmatic, with a story or narrative, and I look for pieces that offer an interesting perspective or a modern twist on traditional forms, so that the performance can be a narrative in itself.
Opus 274 - "When the Caged Bird Sings" (feat. Nkeiru Okoye)
Q: Can you briefly explain the Heldentenor terminology and what that voice type means for the piece?
Okoye clarifies that a Heldentenor is a held-back, Wagnerian tenor with the heft of a baritone, capable of delivering dramatic, powerful lines, which she matches to Jubilant Sykes for a specific aria.
Opus 275 - "The Firebird" (feat. Jeri Lynne Johnson)
Q: Among those ideals you recognize in Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra, how does the democratic structure manifest in practice?
The orchestra operates with input from musicians, shared decision-making, and a commitment to representation, while the conductor remains the artistic lead who makes the final calls after considering diverse perspectives.
Opus 273 - "Black Being" (feat. Nathalie Joachim)
Q: What was the approach to recording the piece given its live performance roots?
We balanced live performance intensity with studio production, leveraging trusted producers and engineers to capture the energy while ensuring the text and orchestration remained faithful to the original intent.
Opus 273 - "Black Being" (feat. Nathalie Joachim)
Q: How did the collaboration with Jaki Shelton Green come about and affect the piece?
Jaki Shelton Green provided an epic poem that crystallizes centuries of Black female experience, serving as a guiding text that informs the musical settings and emotional tenor of the project.

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Frequently Asked Questions About TRILLOQUY

What is TRILLOQUY about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on decolonizing classical music by elevating voices and perspectives often marginalized in the field. Conversations span how Black women, Indigenous and other underrepresented communities have shaped contemporary classical music, including discussions of representation, access, and cultural legitimacy. Guests are primarily composers, performers, conductors, and arts advocates who bring cross-cultural perspectives, from Sufi-infused and Tibetan-inspired works to initiatives promoting diversity in orchestras and education. The format blends personal storytelling with industry critique, aiming to expand what counts as classical music and who gets to create and lead it. Notable strengths include a consistent focus on equity an... more

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Recent guests on TRILLOQUY include:

1. Devin Moore
2. Jeri Lynne Johnson
3. Nkeiru Okoye
4. Nathalie Joachim
5. Michael Repper
6. Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol
7. Tenzin Choegyal
8. Donna Walker-Kuhne

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