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Episode 13: Mark Hadley Apr 20, 2023

Mark Hadley is a composer, performer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who whose many released works under the moniker, “Hark Madley”, run the gamut from orchestral compositions to modular synth explorations and everything in between.

In this episode we premier his new song “Joy 3” and talk about his score for the film Linoleum, leaving room for randomness in new compositions, and how not to be overwhelmed by infinite possibilities.

JOY 3
Written by Mark Hadley
performed my Mark Hadley

Episode 12: Daniel Hart Mar 02, 2023

Daniel Hart is a composer, performer, and producer who has written music for such critically acclaimed films as, “A Ghost story”, “Old Man and the Gun” and “The Green Knight”.

As a performer he has traveled the world playing with artists like St. Vincent, Broken Social Scene, Other Lives and the Polyphonic Spree as well as his own band Dark Rooms.

In this episode we premier his new song “Maureen” and talk about the musicality of different languages, not polishing away the humanity of a performer in a recording, and the benefits and disadvantages of composing as a non-pianist.

“Maureen”
Written by Daniel Hart
Performed by Sean Giddings on piano, Mike Luzecki on bass, Mackenzie Smith on drums, Evan Smith on Saxophone and Daniel Hart on strings.

Episode 11: Alex Somers Feb 09, 2023

Alex Somers is a composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist whose many film scores include Causeway, Honey Boy and Captain Fantastic.

He has collaborated extensively with artists Sigur Rós, and Jónsi and produced the likes of Jóhann Jóhannsson, Sigur Rós and Damien Rice as well as releasing many fine albums of his own compositions.

In this episode we talk about recording in an Italian castle, field recordings and ‘music as environment’, and sharing our musical misfits.

“Unraveling”
Written by Alex Somers
performed by Gyða Valtýsdóttir and Alex Somers

Episode 10: Drum & Lace Dec 09, 2020

Drum & Lace is the artist name of Italian composer, sound artist, and performer, Sofia degli Alessandri-Hultquist.

She’s performed at world-renowned events and festivals like Moogfest and The Echo Society VI: Family.

As a composer her work can be heard on the Apple TV series, “Dickenson” and the NBC show, “Good Girls,” as well as many films and documentaries.

This episode, we premier Sofia’s new piece “Evapora,” and discuss genre-less music and how live performance and solitary composition can influence each other.

Episode 09: Emily Rice Nov 18, 2020

Emily Rice is a film and TV composer known for her work on the Netflix series, “The I-Land,” and the feature film, “Miss Juneteenth.”

She’s also provided music and orchestration for some of the biggest composing names in Hollywood on projects like Alita: Battle Angel and Star Trek: Discovery.

This episode we premier her new piece, “What It Feels Like to Fall In Love,” and discuss composing for picture vs. composing for yourself, the cello, and Ennio Morricone.

What It Feels Like to Fall In Love
written by Emily Rice
performed by Ro Rowan (cello)

Episode 08: Ariel Marx Oct 28, 2020

Ariel Marx is a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and Sundance Film Music and Sound Design Lab fellow who has scored films like The Tale, To Dust, and Edward James Olmos’ The Devil Has a Name.
This episode, we premier Ariel’s new piece “Somnambulist,” and discuss short films, composing with the violin, and sleepwalking.

Somnambulist
written & performed by Ariel Marx

Episode 07: Ian Hultquist Oct 20, 2020

Composer and producer, Ian Hultquist, seems to have lived multiple lives. He’s a founding member of the internationally renowned band Passion Pit; he’s produced remixes for bands like Imagine Dragons, Tegan & Sara and OK GO; and he’s scored more films and TV shows in the last 7 years than some composers do in a lifetime.

This episode we premier his new piece, “Take 2,” and discuss the importance of human interaction, how pop production can influence film scoring, and being a new parent.

Take 2
Written & Performed by Ian (and Nina) Hultquist

Episode 06: Shruti Kumar Oct 13, 2020

Shruti Kumar is a composer, producer, and songwriter who has worked in nearly every avenue of the music industry. From pop to classical to film & TV, she has worked for and collaborated with artists across the spectrum from Vampire Weekend to the LA Phil. She’s also the host of the popular DubLab show, “Let’s Shake On It,” and is fo-founder of the remote musician hiring platform, Sound Travels.

This episode, we premier Shruti’s new piece, “Knocked For Six,” and discuss remote production, artistic activism, and how disparate sounds can work together.

Knocked For Six
Written by Shruti Kumar
Performed by Shruti Kumar, Stephanie Matthews (violin), Marta Honer (viola), Ro Rowan (cello), Aaron Steele (drums)
Mixed by Eva Reistad and Shruti Kumar

Episode 05: Lisa Liu Sep 30, 2020

Lisa Liu is a violinist, composer, orchestra contractor, and entrepreneur. Her playing can be heard on more than 200 films and TV shows including the new Star Wars films, A Quiet Place, A Star is Born, and RBG.

She’s also one of the founders of Unison Orchestra, a remote network of musicians from all over the world who recently made history by recording the score for the HBO Series, Lovecraft Country, entirely remote.

This episode, we premier Lisa’s piece, “Isolation,” and discuss the origins of Unison Orchestra, improvisation, and what it’s like to share a pet.

Isolation
written & performed by Lisa Liu

Episode 04: Joseph Carrillo Sep 24, 2020

Joseph Carrillo is an orchestrator, arranger, and composer for film, TV, and the concert stage.

He’s worked on some of the most critically acclaimed films of the past few years including Minari, RBG, and The Last Black Man in San Francisco, as well as TV series such as Homecoming and At the Heart of Gold.

This episode we premier Joseph’s new piece, “Insomnia,” and discuss home studios, purging physical & emotional baggage, and creative prepping.

Insomnia
Written by Joseph Carrillo
Performed by Lisa Liu (violin), Drew Forde (viola), Ro Rowan (cello)

Episode 03: Catherine Joy Sep 22, 2020

Catherine Joy is a composer, score Producer, arranger, orchestrator, music editor, etc, etc, etc. In fact, it would probably be easier to list the jobs in film music she doesn’t do.

Her scores can be heard on award-winning films, shorts, and tv shows. She’s the founder of Joy Music House, one of the fastest growing score production companies in Los Angeles. And, to top it all off, she’s a vice president of the Alliance for Women Film Composers.

On this episode, we premier Catherine’s new piece, “On Purpose,” and discuss remote score production, collaboration vs performance, and cello envy.

“On Purpose”
Written by Catherine Joy
Performed by Catherine Joy, Lisa Liu (violin), Ro Rowan (cello)

Episode 02: Raashi Kulkarni Sep 17, 2020

Composer, pianist, and song-writer Raashi Kulkarni’s resume is as diverse as it is impressive – from debuting albums atop the iTunes World Music Charts, to working on television shows like Supergirl, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow and The Flash, to touring with world-renowned Bollywood composers Vishal Dadlani and Shekhar Ravjiani

This episode we premier her new piece, “Echoes and Shadows,” and discuss releasing projects during a pandemic, Indian classical music, and super heroes.

Echoes and Shadows
written by Raashi Kulkarni
Performed by Raashi Kulkarni, Lisa Liu (violin), and Ro Rowan (cello)

Episode 01: Ro Rowan Sep 15, 2020

Ro Rowan is a cellist, composer, song-writer and sound designer who has worked with such industry legends as Lauryn Hill, Lorde, Kanye West, and Hans Zimmer.

This episode we premier Ro’s piece, “The World Outside” and talk about remote recording, creativity in isolation, and the German word, “weltshmerz.”

The World Outside
written by Ro Rowan
performed by Ro Rowan, Lisa Liu (violin), and Drew Forde (viola)