Composer Magazine Podcast

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Ryan Lott of Son Lux Apr 18, 2024

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A lot of what has transpired in Ryan Lott’s life as a musician has been unexpected, mainly in as much as his unfearing forays into the potentiality of his medium has expanded his zone of interest, and that of his band Son Lux. The gumption of Son Lux has landed them in some unusual places, not least of which was at the helm of scoring one of the most unusual films ever made – Everything Everywhere All at Once. Listen along as Lott gets open about being a part of the first ever Oscar nominated band for best score, and the choices he made to get there, and beyond.

Christopher Bear & Daniel Rossen (Grizzly Bear) Feb 27, 2024

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Christopher Bear and Daniel Rossen spent the better part of the last two decades captivating the indie rock world as members of Grizzly Bear. They re-emerged this past year to score the Oscar-nominated Past Lives, a film that has captivated its entire audience.

Laura Karpman Feb 10, 2024

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In this run-up to the 96th Academy Awards, we are delighted to share this conversation with nominee for best original score, Laura Karpman. Karpman's score for American Fiction, which has five nominations, gently twirls in and out of what is quietly one of the best films of 2023. It showcases a different side of Karpman than the grand-scale Marvel projects for which she's known.

Spotlight: Andreas Gutuen Aaser Jan 23, 2024

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For our new composer spotlight, we're introduced to emerging composer Andreas Gutuen Aaser. The Norwegian-born artist discusses his impressions as a composer on the rise in London's scoring scene and what he has learned working with Natalie. Andreas shares a couple of his beautiful works as well as his wicked rendition of Cristobal Tapia de Veer's White Lotus theme.

Cristobal Tapia de Veer, Part 2 Jan 09, 2024

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For Episode 3 of the Composer Magazine Podcast, we‘re joined by one of the most distinct, unusual and immediately recognisable contemporary composers: Cristobal Tapia de Veer

Cristobal Tapia de Veer, Part 1 Jan 09, 2024

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For Episode 3 of the Composer Magazine Podcast, we‘re joined by one of the most distinct, unusual and immediately recognisable contemporary composers: Cristobal Tapia de Veer

Este Haim & Amanda Yamate, Part 2 Dec 08, 2023

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Este & Amanda had a lot to share, and Charles & Natalie were very curious. So, here is Part 2 of their long conversation.

Este Haim & Amanda Yamate, Part 1 Dec 08, 2023

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An unexpected harmony took shape when Este Haim and Amanda Yamate found each other. Now the composing tandem have a bond that transcends their art form. In this episode, they talk about their special relationship in scoring and in life.

Spotlight: Florence Sabeva Nov 09, 2023

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This season, we are following each feature episode by shining a light on an up and coming young composer. Natalie has been a mentor to this bright London-based talent, Florence Sabeva. Flo plays her own rendition of Carter Burwell's "Mystery of Inisherin" to start the episode!

Carter Burwell, Part 2 Nov 03, 2023

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Part 2 of our talk with the honorable Carter Burwell. Class resumes session.