Moveable Do (Steve Danielson)
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| 22 Nov 2022 | Al van der Beek (The Piano Guys) | 00:50:34 | |
Al van der Beek, music producer, songwriter, sound engineer, vocalist, prankster, and fashion police for the hit group The Piano Guys joins Moveable Do this week to talk about...well...The Piano Guys. We also talk about growing up in a Samoan-Dutch family and about how his faith has shaped his career. Pieces featured on this episode: "What Makes You Beautiful (5 guys, 1 piano)," "Ode to Joy to the World," "Cello Wars," and "Beethoven's 5 Secrets." For more information about Al or The Piano Guys, visit https://thepianoguys.com. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes and a full list of previous guests, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 08 Aug 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Matt Gill (Stratum III) | 00:10:23 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Matt Gill and his piece "Stratum III". Learn more about Matt Gill and his music on YouTube or other streaming platforms. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 22 Oct 2024 | David Klement | 00:52:13 | |
David Klement, Director of Choral Activities at the University of Idaho, joins Moveable Do this week. He talks about his beginning musical career as a boy chorister and all that entails - including a special award! He also shares how his training as a choral conductor has influenced his composing. And, if David could live in a fictional world, where would he choose? All this and more this week on Moveable Do. Pieces featured on this episode: Sea Dreams Trilogy Under the Wide and Starry Sky For more information about David Klement and his music, visit https://www.davidalanklement.com/. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 15 Nov 2022 | Sherry Blevins | 01:00:54 | |
This week, Sherry Blevins talks about "accidentally" growing up in the South. Her journey took her first to music education, so how did she get to composition? Featured on this episode: "If You Heard My Voice," "A Tapestry of Music," "The Star Riddle," and "Illuminate the Night." For more information about Sherry Blevins, visit https://www.sherryblevinsmusic.com/. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 07 Nov 2023 | Frank Ticheli | 01:15:52 | |
What do you call a composer who is equally adept at writing for choirs, orchestras, and wind symphony - and knows how to make that music accessible for flex band or orchestra? Why, Dr. Frank Ticheli, of course! Frank sits down with Moveable Do to talk about the major crossroads in his life that led to a successful career teaching composition at USC. Pieces featured on this episode, "Earth Song," "Angels in the Architecture," "One Shore," from The Shore, and "Blue Shades." For more information about Frank Ticheli and his music, visit https://frankticheli.com. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo https://www.teepublic.com/user/sdcompose Note: Due to unusual circumstances, I did not have my normal mic for this episode and so the sound quality is not as good as previous episodes. I apologize. | |||
| 24 Jan 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Daniel Cueto (Puma) | 00:11:22 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Snippet comes from composer Daniel Cueto and his piece "Puma." Learn more about Daniel and his music at https://www.danielcueto.com/. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 23 Feb 2021 | Mari Esabel Valverde | 00:58:14 | |
Steve talks this week with Mari Esabel Valverde about issues of being and teaching transgender students, a shared love of language learning, and inspiration drawn from the nature around us all. If Mari could be around one type of nature, what would it be? Featured on this week's episode: "Cantares," "Crossing," "Border Lines," and "Oracle of Spring." To learn more about Mari, visit https://marivalverde.com/. For a full archive of episodes of this show, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 01 Apr 2022 | Bonus - NW-ACDA Composer Fair (Part 3) | 00:16:03 | |
While attending and participating in the composer fair at Northwest ACDA convention in Spokane, I was able to catch some composers and get a word about some of their latest works. This is the third part of three bonus episodes. This episode features Cary Boyce - "Ave Maria," Ash Shirazi - "A Lover Leaves", David A. Klement - "Time is...", and Judy A. Rose - "I Feel Tired Sometimes." Each composer introduces their piece and then we listen to about 90 seconds of the piece. For more info on these composers, please visit their websites: Cary Boyce - https://caryboyce.com Ash Shirazi - https://MusicByAsh.com David Klement - https://www.davidalanklement.com/ Judy A. Rose - https://www.judyarose.com/ Hear the first part of the Composer Fair here: https://anchor.fm/moveabledo/episodes/Bonus---NW-ACDA-Composer-Fair-Part-1-e1fie3c Hear the second part of the Composer Fair here: https://anchor.fm/moveabledo/episodes/Bonus---NW-ACDA-Composer-Fair-Part-2-e1fsgdq For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving!! | |||
| 24 Oct 2023 | Elizabeth Alexander | 00:58:19 | |
This week on Moveable Do, we answer the most important question: How do you sing like a planet?! Composer and lyricist Elizabeth Alexander joins Steve in conversation about growing up in the Carolinas and Appalachian Ohio and how it didn't shape her career, but then did! They talk about being true to yourself and not trying to be something you're not. Pieces featured on this episode: "A Taste of Home" from Split Hickory, "How to Sing Like a Planet," "The Gate is Open," and "Get Curious." To learn more about Elizabeth Alexander and her music, visit
https://www.elizabethalexander.com/. For more information about this podcast or a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo.
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| 02 Sep 2021 | Moveable Snippet - Joy Byford | 00:08:29 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Joy Byford and her piece "Song of the River." Learn more about Joy at https://joymusing.blogspot.com. | |||
| 06 Sep 2022 | Ola Gjeilo | 00:53:27 | |
Season 5 starts out strong with an interview with Norwegian composer, Ola Gjeilo. We talk about his piano improvisation skills (as well as his new piano solo album) and why he keeps coming back to choral music. He also enlightens us to the differences and similarities between his musical life in Norway versus his musical life in Manhattan. Pieces featured on this episode: "Lux Beata Trinitas," "Iam Sol Recedit," "Still," and "Dark and Luminous Night." For more information about Ola Gjeilo, visit his website https://olagjeilo.com/. To learn more about this podcast and see a full archive of former guests, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 15 Oct 2024 | Brittney Benton | 00:46:29 | |
This week, Moveable Do is joined by Brittney Benton, a masters student at the Yale School of Music. Brittney and Steve talk about her musical journey and offer advice for other emerging composers. How does she face challenges in her career? What about writer's block? And if she had to write a book tomorrow, what would she write? Check it out on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: For more information about Brittney Benton and her music, visit https://brittneybentonmusic.wixsite.com/composer. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 29 Nov 2022 | Matthew Lyon Hazzard | 01:01:41 | |
Matthew Lyon Hazzard, DMA candidate at the University of Houston, joins Moveable Do this week to discuss how to create a "stunning landscape of sound." He discusses his earliest musical memories, his Filipino-American heritage, and the importance of choral music education. Featured on this episode: "The Prow," "When We are Gone," "Flight," and "So Much to Seek." For more info about Matt and his music, visit https://lyonhazzard.com. To learn more about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the Music Moving! | |||
| 07 Oct 2021 | Moveable Snippet - Engelhardt Unaeb | 00:08:55 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Namibian composer Engelhardt Unaeb and his piece "A Star Named Hoba." Learn more about Engelhardt and his music at https://soundcloud.com/engelhardtunaeb. | |||
| 20 Apr 2021 | Paul Aitken | 01:09:30 | |
Dr. Paul Aitken wraps up Season 2 of Moveable Do with a discussion of the differences between Ontario, Canada and Norman, Oklahoma, his compositional process, and what sort of music he would write if he had unlimited time and resources. And what's it like being known as the "Flanders Fields" guy? Featured on this episode: "Flanders Fields," "And None Shall Be Afraid: A Plea for Peace in 5 Movements," "How Can I Keep From Singing," and "Au Claire de la Lune." To learn more about Paul, visit https://www.paulaitkenmusic.com/. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 17 May 2022 | Jennifer Lucy Cook | 00:50:23 | |
This week, composer and lyricist Jennifer Lucy Cook talks about growing up in a musical household and then taking the leap into becoming a professional musician. As a mentee of Eric Whitacre, hear how he has helped influence and shape her career path. And, have you ever watched The Bachelor and thought, this needs a musical highlight reel, you've come to the right person! Featured on this episode: "They are Mother," "For You, I Will Be an Island," "Over and Over," and "Time." For more information about Jennifer, visit https://jenniferlucycook.com. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 01 Aug 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Kirsten Strom (Mist) | 00:07:18 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from New Zealand composer Kirsten Strom and her piano etude "Mist". Learn more about Kirsten and her music at https://sounz.org.nz/contributors/1906. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 19 Nov 2021 | Moveable Snippet - Tim Attride | 00:07:04 | |
Moveable Snippets brings you two pieces today that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Tim Attride and his pieces "Ecce Mysterium" and "Spero Te." Learn more about Tim and his music at https://timattride.wixsite.com/tim-attride-music. | |||
| 26 Oct 2021 | Melissa Dunphy | 01:09:15 | |
Let's get political! Australian-born composer Dr. Melissa Dunphy joins Moveable Do this week to discuss growing up in Australia with immigrant parents and how that shaped her political ideology. Listen as she shares her journey as she discovered music to be a perfect outlet for her political passions. Featured on this episode: "What Do You Think I Fought For on Omaha Beach?" "American DREAMers," "Halcyon Days," and "The Gonzalez Cantata." To learn more about Melissa Dunphy, visit her website http://www.melissadunphy.com/. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 19 Oct 2021 | Jonathan Campbell | 00:55:29 | |
This week, Dr. Jonathan Campbell takes Moveable Do on a journey through the Midwest as we talk about music publishing, conducting, and singing. We also talk about some wishes and plans for a rather unusual cantata. Featured on this episode: "The Final Harvest," "Sorrow and Sadness Shall Flee Away," "The Lone Wild Bird," and "Hush the Ocean Wild." Find his SoundCloud stream at https://soundcloud.com/jon-campbell-589736139?fbclid=IwAR10fDHhteFba6vx6cMd-q0a0JCPbSnj3iUxUTp9il9lrMlBS9NvxfnUUdk. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveable do. | |||
| 01 Oct 2024 | Stacey Philipps | 01:03:19 | |
Join composer Stacey Philipps this week on Moveable Do for a riveting discussion about music, math, culinary arts and more! We get a chance to talk about her two books of rounds and about how to write your own. Plus, a very thoughtful answer to the question, "What is your favorite color?" All this and more on Moveable Do. Pieces featured on this episode: Hidden in the grey, bending sky For more information about Stacey Philpps and her music, visit https://www.staceyphilipps.com/. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 11 Apr 2023 | Janice Kapp Perry | 00:51:02 | |
This week on Moveable Do, Steve talks with Janice Kapp Perry who wrote many of the songs he sang in church as a child. Janice shares her love of sports and the "lucky break" that launched her songwriting career. Also, hear about her long collaboration with Senator Orrin Hatch from Utah. This week we play a game called Il Prete Roso. Pieces featured on this episode: "A Child's Prayer," "I Love to See the Temple," "Heal Our Land," and "Love is Spoken Here." To learn more about Janice Kapp Perry and her music, visit https://janicekappperry.com/https://janicekappperry.com/. For more information about this podcast and full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 07 Jun 2022 | Steve Danielson | 00:55:21 | |
The tables get turned on Moveable Do host Steve Danielson as he gets interviewed about his life and works. Hear what it was like growing up in a large musical household, a two-week residency in Kenya, and how he works on keeping his music accessible yet enjoyable. Thank you to Jennifer Cook for conducting this interview! Pieces featured on this episode, "Croppy Boy," "I Carried Your Oxygen," "Before Long," and "One by One." For more information about Steve and his music, visit https://sdcompose.com. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 31 Oct 2023 | Compose Like a Girl (ft. Jocelyn Hagen) | 00:46:55 | |
This week, Moveable Do welcomes back composer Jocelyn Hagen to talk about her new podcast Compose Like a Girl. We dive into the ins and outs of creating a new podcast and why this topic is so important to her. We get a glimpse into some of the interactions she's had with some of her remarkable guests and some of the lessons or ideas that she has learned from them. We are pleased to share four pieces from four of her past or future guests: "Calypso" from Penelope by Sarah Kirkland Snider, "A Fisherman's Song," by Chen Yi, "When We Sing," by Rosephanye Powell, and "Sanctus" from Amass by Jocelyn Hagen. For more information about the Compose Like a Girl podcast, visit https://www.jocelynhagen.com/project/compose-like-a-girl-podcast/. For more information about Moveable Do and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving!! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | Molly Catherine Nixon | 00:53:03 | |
Composer and teacher, Molly Catherine Nixon, sits down with Moveable Do this week to talk about her works and her new project, Da Capo al Fine. Learn about her work with elementary and middle school students and how she's giving back to the educational community. Pieces featured on this episode: "Today is the Day," "It's a Winter Wonderland," "We Light a Candle," and "Morning Flight." For more information about Molly Nixon, her music, and the Da Capo al Fine Project, visit https://www.mc-studios.org/. For more information about this podcast as well as a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving. Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo https://www.teepublic.com/user/sdcompose | |||
| 22 Sep 2020 | Fahad Siadat | 00:59:35 | |
This week Dr. Fahad Siadat discusses how he is working to combine the worlds of new music composition and advocacy-driven choral music. Featured in this episode: "Epilogue in A-Flat Minor," "The Vast Sea," "The Beacon (Be Sturdy and Full of Hope)," and "The Valley of Wonderment." See if we can answer the question: an epilogue to what? For more information and a full episode archive, visit SDCompose.com/MoveableDo. | |||
| 26 Nov 2024 | Amy Gordon | 01:02:08 | |
This week on Moveable Do, composer, arranger, and songwriter Amy Gordon joins the podcast to discuss her melodic yet harmonically surprising choral works. Amy shares how her influences—Debussy, Ravel, and Steve Reich—shape her compositions and reveals her approach to interpreting poetry through music. Plus, we dive into her love of film scoring. And, if Amy had to choose a theme song for her life, what would it be? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: For more information about Amy Gordon and her music, visit https://amygordonmusic.com. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 24 May 2022 | Craig Courtney | 00:49:50 | |
Composer Craig Courtney chats with Moveable Do this week about his work with Beckenhorst Press, his time living in Austria, and how his parents found out his musical talents. With training in instrumental music, what turned him to choral music? Featured on this week's episode: "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night," "A Better Resurrection," "The Invitation" from Divine Encounter, and "Ukrainian Alleluia." For more information about Craig Courtney and his music, visit https://beckenhorstpress.com/composers. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 16 Jan 2024 | Episode #100 - Composer Extravaganza!! | 01:51:33 | |
To wrap up season seven of Moveable Do, Steve celebrates 100 episodes. You'll hear greetings and updates from 19 former guests - of course including new recordings of their music. Steve also counts down and shares clips from the top 5 episodes of Moveable Do according to listener downloads. In addition to the amazing music and people you'll hear, Steve also talks about and shares the piece that you've heard as the intro music this season, "Oh Call Him Back to Me." Thank you to the guests who participated in interviews in season seven! Z. Randall Stroope - https://www.zrstroope.com/ Judith Herrington - https://judithherringtonmusic.com Lawrence Kramer - https://lkmusic.org Marie-Claire Saindon - https://www.marieclairesaindon.com/ Elizabeth Alexander - https://www.elizabethalexander.com/ Jocelyn Hagen (Compose Like a Girl Podcast) - https://www.jocelynhagen.com/compose-like-a-girl/ Frank Ticheli - https://frankticheli.com Karen P Thomas - https://karenpthomas.com/ Molly Catherine Nixon - https://www.mc-studios.org/ Kim André Arnesen - https://kimarnesen.com/ Santiago Veros - https://santiagoveros.site Edna Yeh - https://www.ednayeh.com/ Nell Shaw Cohen - https://www.nellshawcohen.com/ Eric Alexander - https://www.ericscottalexander.com/ Bret Simmons - https://www.theatricalrights.com/author/bret-simmons/ Brett Stewart - https://www.millennial.org/ Thank you all for supporting Moveable Do! See you in Season 8! | |||
| 18 Apr 2023 | Andrew Morgan Smith | 00:50:14 | |
Let's go to the MOVIES! This week, I get the opportunity to chat with film composer Andrew Morgan Smith who, among other things wrote the music for the 2023 films, "The Old Way" and "Bunker." We talk about growing up in Louisiana and his influential teachers. We also chat about what it's like working for the Mouse (Disney). Then, I invite Andrew to play "Schumann, or not Schumann, that is the question." For more information about Andrew Morgan Smith and his music, visit https://www.andrewmorgansmith.com/. For a full archive of episodes and a list of previous guests, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the Music Moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 17 Nov 2020 | Dan Forrest | 01:01:47 | |
This week, Steve sits down with Dr. Dan Forrest and talks about some of his greatest influences and the lessons he learned about writing a melody and keeping things simple. Featured in this episode: Shalom; fermata; and et Deus ispiravit, the silent kiss, and Epilogue from the breath of life. Also, advice that Dan would give to himself 20 years ago. For more information about this podcast, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 03 Dec 2024 | David Dickau | 00:50:41 | |
For the final episode of season 8 of Moveable Do, Steve welcomes renowned composer and conductor Dr. David Dickau. Based in Boise, Idaho, David shares highlights from his impressive career, including his time as Director of Choral Activities at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and the honor of receiving the F. Melius Christiansen Lifetime Achievement Award. Dive into David’s creative process, his inspirations, and his perspective on the role of choral music in today’s world. In this episode, David reflects on his most beloved works, from the expressive If Music Be the Food of Love to the shimmering O Nata Lux. He discusses how his experiences as a teacher and conductor shaped his compositions and reveals how retirement has given him fresh perspectives on music. Plus, find out which animal he thinks would be the funniest if it could talk! Pieces featured on this episode: For more about David Dickau and his music, visit www.daviddickau.com. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 30 Mar 2021 | Libby Larsen | 01:01:55 | |
Dr. Libby Larsen shares her time, talent, and expertise with us this week as we discuss growing up in a Catholic school before Vatican II, her compositional process, her love of water and lakes and her long-distance running...on purpose! Featured on this episode: "Sorrow Song and Jubilee," "Wolf Song in Los Angeles," "Holy Roller," and "Deep Summer Music." To learn more about Libby, visit https://libbylarsen.com/. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 28 Sep 2021 | Loretta Notareschi | 00:46:02 | |
Moveable Do was fortunate to sit down with Loretta Notareschi and explore the vast array of her compositions - from string quartets, to choral music, to classical ukulele. We also talk about what music and composers have influenced her style. Featured on this episode: "Evocations," "Form'd of Joy and Mirth," "So Live!", and "String Quartet OCD." For more information about Loretta, visit http://lorettanotareschi.com/. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 31 Aug 2021 | Andrea Ramsey | 00:54:34 | |
Steve talks this week with Dr. Andrea Ramsey. She talks with Moveable Do about her most influential teachers on her musical journey, what keeps drawing her back to composing choral music, and what it is that inspires her to be her best self. Featured on this episode: "TwainSong," "Each Slow Dusk," "A Hive of Frightened Bees," and her recent major work, "Suffrage Cantata." For more information about Andrea Ramsey, visit https://andrearamsey.com. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 02 Jan 2024 | Bret Simmons | 00:44:32 | |
This week, Moveable Do, sits down with composer Bret Simmons. Bret talks about composing music for Disney, Broadway, and television. Plus, he talks about what it's like to head up a band for a TV talk show! Pieces featured on this episode: "This is History," from The First Gentleman, "Season of Light," "Buburrying," from The Importance of Being Earnest, and "Never Give Up, Never Surrender," from an unnamed show. For more information about Bret Simmons, check out his bio at Theatrical Rights Worldwide. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 01 Feb 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Rollo Dilworth (Joshua) | 00:08:14 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Rollo Dilworth and his piece "Joshua." Learn more about Rollo and his music at https://rollodilworth.com or hear his full interview on Moveable Do by visiting https://anchor.fm/moveabledo/episodes/Rollo-Dilworth-emsr7d/a-a3u8s7m. Moveable Do has been named one of the Best Music Composition Podcasts by Feedspot.com. Check it out here: https://blog.feedspot.com/music_composition_podcasts/ | |||
| 12 Apr 2022 | Kurt Bestor | 01:03:10 | |
Multi-faceted composer and performer Kurt Bestor sits down with Moveable Do this week to discuss a broad range of composing topics: from writing simple love songs, to writing film scores, to collaborating on projects with the Osmonds, to writing music for the 2002 Olympics! He also tells the story behind his wildly popular and currently applicable, "Prayer of the Children." Pieces featured on this episode, "Olympic Flag Segment," "Come to My Garden," the World Premiere of "From Every Pore," and "Il Prete Rosso." For more information about Kurt and his music, visit http://www.kurtbestor.com/. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 10 Jan 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Diederik van der Laag (Nigredo/Nevermore) | 00:10:34 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Diederik van der Laag and his piece "Nigredo/Nevermore." Learn more about Diederik and his music at https://www.diederikvanderlaag.nl/. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 25 Apr 2023 | Diederik van der Laag | 01:04:03 | |
This week, we travel back to Europe to talk with Diederik van der Laag in the Netherlands. We talk about his development from metal performer to choral composer. He also talks about his process, including what time of day he finds most effective for writing. Then, we play a game called "Put a Smile on That Face." Pieces featured on this episode: "Ils Dorment," "Miks Ma Ei Tapa Ennast," "I Hope You Grow," and "Safe and Sound." For more information about Diederik and his music, visit https://www.diederikvanderlaag.nl/ For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 27 Jun 2023 | Garrett Breeze | 00:56:39 | |
This week, we venture into the world of show choir with composer and arranger, Garrett Breeze. We track his musical journey from Indianapolis to Nashville and how he got into the show choir scene. Learn also about his podcast, Selling Sheet Music, where he gives tips and tricks to self-published composers. Pieces featured on this episode: "There is a Green Hill Far Away," "The Place Where Lost Things Go," "Sing Loud," and "Still, Still, Still." For more information about Garrett and his music, visit https://garrettbreeze.com/, https://breezetunes.com/, or https://holidaychoirmusic.com/. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving!! Place Where Lost Things Go: http://bit.ly/3M7xuuU Still, Still, Still: https://bit.ly/352lyDk Sing Loud: https://bit.ly/3vNtJ62 There is a Green Hill Far Away: https://bit.ly/3xiDN7z Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Daniel Gawthrop | 01:08:26 | |
To start off Season 8 with style, Steve talks to multi-faceted composer and wonderful story teller, Daniel Gawthrop. They talk about his many moves across the country that have informed his creative process. We also take a dive into his creative process and how he approaches the blank manuscript. And what hobbies does he enjoy when he's taking a music break? Pieces featured on this episode: O Shepherd of Israel To learn more about Daniel Gawthrop and hear more of his music, visit https://www.danielegawthrop.com/. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes visit https://moveabledo.com/. Keep the music moving!! Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com | |||
| 14 Jun 2022 | Season 4 Closer - Bwana Ni Mchungaji Wangu | 00:08:08 | |
In this special episode of Moveable Do, Steve closes out Season 4 by sharing this season's intro song, "Bwana Ni Mchungaji Wangu" and sharing the exciting direction Moveable Do is moving for Season 5! Thank you to all the guests from this season: Roger Emerson: https://rogeremerson.com Will White: https://www.willcwhite.com Sarah Quartel: https://www.sarahquartel.com/ Andrew Maxfield: https://andrewmaxfield.org B.E. Boykin: https://beboykin.com/ Kurt Bestor: http://www.kurtbestor.com/ Bryon Black II: https://bryonblackii.com Nazo Zakkak: http://www.nazozakkak.com/ Eric Whitacre: https://ericwhitacre.com Chrysanthe Tan: https://chrysanthetan.com Jennifer Lucy Cook: https://jenniferlucycook.com Craig Courtney: https://beckenhorstpress.com/composers Reena Esmail: https://reenaesmail.com Steve Danielson: https://sdcompose.com Please rate and review this show. It helps the algorithm! See you in Season 5! Keep the music moving! | |||
| 11 Mar 2022 | Bonus - NW-ACDA Composer Fair (Part 1) | 00:13:38 | |
While attending and participating in the composer fair at Northwest ACDA convention in Spokane, I was able to catch some composers and get a word about some of their latest works. This will be the first part of three bonus episodes. This episode features Richard Nance - "In Profundum Maris," Mari Esabel Valverde - "Winter Ride", Nicholas Ryan Kelly - "Now Boarding", and John Muehleisen - "Singing Together." For more info on these composers, please visit their websites: Richard Nance: https://www.richardnancemusic.com/ Mari Esabel Valverde: https://marivalverde.com/ Nicholas Ryan Kelly: https://www.nicholasryankelly.com/ John Muehleisen: https://johnmuehleisen.com/ For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving!! | |||
| 15 Aug 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Pedro Lopes Baptista (Jorge Peixinho - In Memoriam for solo guitar) | 00:11:09 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Portuguese composer Pedro Lopes Baptista and his piece "Jorge Peixinho - In Memoriam for solo guitar". Learn more about Pedro and his music at https://www.editions-ava.com/en/pedro-lopes-baptista. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 26 Jul 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Justine Koontz (Insomnia) | 00:11:02 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Justine Koontz and her piece "Insomnia." Learn more about Justine and his music at https://justinekootz.com. Keep the music moving! Moveable Do has been named one of the Best Music Composition Podcasts by Feedspot.com. Check it out here: https://blog.feedspot.com/music_composition_podcasts/ | |||
| 14 Mar 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Frida Vasquez de la Sota (Obertura 19) | 00:06:17 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Mexican composer Frida Vasquez de la Sota and her piece "Obertura 19" (Overture 19). Learn more about Frida and her music at https://fridadelasota.wixsite.com/fridadelasota. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 22 Mar 2022 | Sarah Quartel | 00:41:56 | |
This week I sit down with Canadian composer Sarah Quartel for a discussion about connections: singer to singer, conductor to ensemble, choir to audience. We discuss growing up making harmonies with washing machines to singing with choirs through high school and beyond. How does Nine Inch Nails fit into Sarah's music? Let's listen and find out! Featured pieces on this episode: "The Bird's Lullaby," "Amabile Alleluia," "Peace," and "Sing, Sweet Child." For more information about Sarah and her music, visit https://www.sarahquartel.com/. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 27 Sep 2022 | Reginald Unterseher | 00:56:50 | |
Moveable Do goes nuclear this week with guest Reginald Unterseher who has has more pieces performed in a nuclear reactor than any other composer - living or dead! We talk about growing up playing violin and how he eventually made his way to composition. Come explore his love composing about nature and current events. Featured on this episode: "A Little Song of Life," "The Steady Light," "Atomic Soldiers," from Nuclear Dreams, and "[if you can read this]." For more information about Reg and his music, visit https://reginaldunterseher.com/. For a full archive of episodes and access to Moveable Snippets, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Reginald Unterseher was featured on a bonus episode from March 2022 when I met him at the NW ACDA convention in Spokane, WA. Hear that bonus episode here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/I1mKoUP8xsb | |||
| 28 Mar 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Colin Eatock (The Lord is Risen) | 00:07:15 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Canadian composer Colin Eatock and his piece "The Lord is Risen". Learn more about Colin and his music at https://colineatock.com. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo
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| 20 Sep 2022 | Laurie de Leonne | 00:58:37 | |
This week on Moveable Do: Laurie de Leonne (formerly Laurie Betts Hughes) talks about her many musical influences and her many musical projects (choir at lunchtime, anyone?). Since she's visited all 50 states, she also recommends some places for us to all visit in the future. Pieces featured on this episode: "Three American Folk Songs for Mary," "The Wind That Shakes the Barley," "Fragile," and "Nothing Gold Can Stay." For more information about Laurie de Leonne and her music, visit https://www.lauriedeleonne.com/. To learn more about this podcast and for a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 03 Nov 2020 | Dale Trumbore | 00:56:25 | |
Composer Dale Trumbore discusses her journey to composition through the lens of self-doubt and self-mastery. Featured on this episode: "Infinitely and Without Apology," "Faster," "Fifteen Ways to Splinter a Sunset," and "How to Go On." Also, hear about how her writing and composing go hand in hand. For more information about this podcast, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 12 Oct 2021 | Natalie Dietterich | 00:59:20 | |
This week, Natalie Dietterich shares with Moveable Do the lessons that she learned about pacing during her composition classes, what her dream piece would be to write, and about her international multidisciplinary collaboration that was life changing for her. Featured on this episode: "Aeolian Dust," "Chain Link Fences," "Conversations with Strangers," and "Bound." For more information about Natalie Dietterich, visit her website at https://www.nataliedietterich.com/. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 24 Nov 2020 | Rollo Dilworth | 00:48:13 | |
This week, Dr. Rollo Dilworth talks about his influences from a very young age up to the present. He also talks about his work with young, developing voices and takes a couple questions from some younger listeners. Featured on this episode, "I Sing Because I'm Happy," "Joshua," "I Dream a World," "Gift to be Free," and "Why a Caged Bird Sings." And from the 150 works he has published, what was the first? For more information about this podcast, visit SDCompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 27 Apr 2021 | Season 2 Closer (Bonus!) | 00:12:21 | |
Steve wraps up season 2 by thanking his guests, talking about the merch store, and previewing a couple of his own compositions. Plus, a little behind-the-scenes information that could change the way you listen to Moveable Do. Featured on this episode: "Midnight Dance" and "Together in Song." For a full archive of episodes visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. For information about this season's guests visit their websites: Jake Runestad - https://jakerunestad.com Moira Smiley - https://moirasmiley.com J.D. Frizzell - https://jdfrizzell.com/ Sarah Riskind - https://sarahriskind.com/ John Muehleisen - https://johnmuehleisen.com/ Mari Esabel Valverde - https://marivalverde.com/ Jen Wagner - http://jenwagnermusic.com/ Rosephanye Powell - http://rosephanyepowell.com Joan Symko - https://joanszymko.com Russ Howard - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2035423/ Libby Larsen - https://libbylarsen.com/ Eric William Barnum - http://www.ericwilliambarnum.com/ Ellen Gilson Voth - https://www.ellengilsonvoth.net/ Paul Aitken - https://www.paulaitkenmusic.com/ Steve Danielson - https://sdcompose.com/ | |||
| 25 Feb 2022 | Season 4 Preview | 00:02:40 | |
Just a quick preview of season 4 and some podcasts that Steve has been on: The Classical Gabfest: https://cgf.buzzsprout.com/1313269/10130483 The Acorn Experience: https://anchor.fm/acornexperience/episodes/Music-With-Steve-Danielson-e1es5ko/a-a71fijm See you on March 8 for Season 4! Keep the Music Moving!! | |||
| 16 Nov 2021 | George M Atwell | 00:53:29 | |
This week George M Atwell talks with Moveable Do about the ins an outs of his varied career as a composer, pianist, and producers. Share in some of his fascinating stories - including working with Michael Jackson and the band that trashed the studio. And what exactly is the "Atwellian Mode"? Featured on this episode: "Fly!" "Emmanuel, God is With Us," "God is Movin'," and "Fuga Internetus." For more information about George Atwell, visit https://georgematwellmusic.com/. For a full archive of episodes, please visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 03 May 2022 | Eric Whitacre - Episode 50! | 01:10:33 | |
For this special 50th Moveable Do interview, Eric Whitacre joined me to talk about a wide range of topics. He discussed what his goals and ambitions were as a teenager, what music inspired him growing up, and how he eventually ended up collaborating with NASA. We went back to the beginnings of the virtual choir world and explored what might be next. I also got to pick his brain a bit about his composing process. Pieces featured on this episode: "Deep Field," "A Boy and a Girl," "Equus," and an arrangement of Trent Reznor's "Hurt." For more information about Eric and his music, visit https://ericwhitacre.com or do a search on YouTube. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 20 Oct 2020 | Jocelyn Hagen and Tim Takach | 00:55:43 | |
Composers Jocelyn Hagen and Tim Takach discuss what it's like to be married to another composer and how they balance their work and family lives. Hear how they both have unique compositional styles and working methods. Featured on this episode: "Hands" and "Hummingbird" by Jocelyn; "Helios" and "Neither Angels, Nor Demons, Nor Powers" by Tim. Also, learn about the formation of their a cappella duo, Nation. For more information about this podcast, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 03 Jan 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Melanie Gearig (Solace) | 00:04:36 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Melanie Gearig and her piece "Solace." Learn more about Melanie and her music at https://youtube.com/@melaniegearig. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 16 May 2023 | Dwight Bigler | 01:02:51 | |
This week, Steve interviews his friend and wonderful composer, Dr. Dwight Bigler, professor of choral music at Virginia Tech University. They talk about growing up with a musical family in Blackfoot, ID, how he got into composition, and how one of his pieces literally "brought down the house." They also play a game called, "You Have How Many Kids?!" Pieces featured on this episode, "Old Joe Clark," "All Ye Who Are to Mirth Inclined," and his masterwork, "Mosaic For Earth." For more information about Dwight and his music, visit http://www.dwightbigler.com/ or https://www.mosaicforearth.org/. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving!! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 06 Jan 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Saunder Choi | 00:11:02 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Saunder Choi and his piece "New Colossus." Learn more about Saunder and his music at https://saunderchoi.com or hear his full interview on Moveable Do by visiting https://anchor.fm/moveabledo/episodes/Saunder-Choi-eik27q | |||
| 09 Mar 2021 | Rosephanye Powell | 01:02:49 | |
Dr. Rosephanye Powell delights Moveable Do this week with her discussion of music education, Imposter Syndrome, and performance practice for Spirituals. Truly, an enlightening conversation! Featured on this week's episode: "I Dream a World," "The Word was With God," "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child," and "With What Shall I Come," a gift for Dr. Anton Armstrong. For more music from Rosephanye Powell, visit http://rosephanyepowell.com. For a full archive of this podcast, visit SDCompose.com/movabledo. | |||
| 15 Sep 2020 | Mike Merrill | 01:00:06 | |
Dr. Mike Merrill discusses his major influences as a composer including his saxophone playing and years living in Aberdeen, Scotland. Hear him discuss meeting and wooing his wife and what piece he'd like to have on a deserted island. Featured in this episode, "Loch Lomond," "Ecce Sacerdos Magnus," "Hateful is the Dark Blue Sky," and his oratorio, "The Martyrdom of the Saints." For more information, visit SDCompose.com/moveabledo | |||
| 04 Apr 2023 | Jaakko Mäntyjärvi | 01:09:08 | |
Moveable Do starts season 6 with Finnish composer Jaakko Mäntyjärvi! Learn about what it's like growing up in Finland, how many languages he can speak, and what his real job is. Plus we introduce a new segment to the show which will have a different name every week. This week, we're calling it "Give Me Some Mo'! Some Mo'Zart!" Pieces featured on this episode "Come Away Death," "Warum toben die Heiden?" "Smoking Can Kill," and "Canticum calamitatis maritimae." To learn more about Jaakko and his music, visit http://www.jaakkomantyjarvi.fi/CVEN.html. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 31 May 2022 | Reena Esmail | 00:56:31 | |
Indian-American composer Dr. Reena Esmail talks with Moveable Do this week about her unique blend of Western Art Music and Hindustani Music. Hear where her interest in Hindustani music came from and where it has taken her. Also, get a wonderful new book recommendation. Pieces featured on this episode: "The Tipping Point," "When the Violin," "Tuttarana," and "This Love Between Us." For more information about Reena and her music, visit https://reenaesmail.com. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 29 Mar 2022 | Andrew Maxfield | 00:54:35 | |
Steve sits down with Andrew Maxfield and talks about growing up in a musical family, his travels around the world, his work with the poetry of Wendell Berry, and his project for orchestra and narrator, "They All Saw A Cat." Featured on this episode: "Invitation to Love," "The Singing Bowl," "For the Future," and "One Household, High and Low." Enjoy a step into the world of the Sacred Harp singing. For more information about Andrew Maxfield, visit https://andrewmaxfield.org. For more information of this podcast a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Andrew's Moveable Snippet: https://anchor.fm/moveabledo/episodes/Moveable-Snippet---Andrew-Maxfield-e16gfcs Moveable Do has been named one of the Best Music Composition Podcasts by Feedspot.com. Check it out here: https://blog.feedspot.com/music_composition_podcasts/ | |||
| 09 Feb 2021 | Sarah Riskind | 00:48:10 | |
Dr. Sarah Riskind talks to Moveable Do this week about her work with Sephardic music, improvisation, and her love for early music, though not necessarily in that order. Featured on this week's episode: "Psalm of the Sky," "Weep, O Mine Eyes," "Oseh Shalom," and highlights from her "Oz Cantata. Find more music by Sarah Riskind by visiting https://sarahriskind.com/. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 19 Nov 2024 | Karim Al-Zand | 01:04:53 | |
This week, Tunisian-born Canadian-American composer, Karim Al-Zand talks with Moveable Do about his work as a music educator and about the many awards and honors he has received. We also dive a little bit into the humorous side of music. And, if Karim could start a rumor about himself, what would it be? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: For more information about Karim Al-Zand and his music, visit https://alzand.com/. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 04 Jul 2023 | Craig Hella Johnson | 01:12:42 | |
This week on Moveable Do, Steve talks with Craig Hella Johnson, the director of the professional choral ensemble, Conspirare. This Minnesota native now lives in Texas and was named the 2013 official Texas State Musician. We talk about what that means, keys to programing a successful concert, and how and why he started Conspirare. Pieces featured on this episode: "Songs from the Road," "Gitanjali Chants," and two pieces from Considering Matthew Shepherd, "Cattle, Horses, Sky and Grass," and "The Fence (After) - The Wind." For more information about Craig and his music, visit https://conspirare.org. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 24 Sep 2024 | Raindrop New Music | 01:05:44 | |
This week, Moveable Do welcomes the three composers from Raindrop New Music, a collective made up of three Northwest composers: Drew Swatosh, Carolyn Quick, and Lisa Neher. They talk about the endeavors and as a collective. Which one of them has a penchant for text? Which one is interested in writing for trans and non-binary voices? And which one is a maestro of wacky noises? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: Three Basho Haiku, by Lisa Neher O Fire, by Carolyn Quick Finding the Light, by Drew Swatosh I Want Everything, by Drew Swatosh For more information about the Raindrop New Music collective and each of the composers and their music, visit https://www.raindropnewmusic.com/, https://www.lisanehermusic.com/, https://www.drewswatosh.com/, or http://www.carolynquick.com/ For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 26 Sep 2023 | Z. Randall Stroope | 00:59:50 | |
Moveable Do welcomes Dr. Z. Randall Stroope to starts off Season Seven!! We talk about growing up on a ranch in the Southwest and the lesson learned from his music teachers while growing up. He also explains how to prepare to conduct an All-State choir. Piece featured on this episode: "Starry Messenger," "We Beheld Once Again the Stars," the third movement of "Hodie! (This Day)," and "Tarantella (Jubilate Agno)." If you'd like to learn more about Z. Randall Stroope and his music, visit https://www.zrstroope.com. For more information about this podcast and access to a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo Moveable Do Merch https://www.teepublic.com/user/sdcompose | |||
| 02 Aug 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Makaela Joy Bragg (Melody in Grey) | 00:07:21 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Makaela Joy Bragg and her piece "Melody in Grey." Learn more about Makaela Joy and her music at https://makaelajoy.com. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 12 Nov 2024 | Naomi LaViolette | 01:11:52 | |
You will have lot of fun listening to this interview with versatile composer Naomi LaViolette. She talks about the blessing and curse of having perfect pitch and some of the amazing blessings and experiences accompanying the Oregon Repertory Singers for 20 years! And, if she could learn a skill or talent instantly, what would it be? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: For more information about Naomi LaViolette and her music, visit https://www.naomilmusic.com/. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 18 Jul 2023 | Moveable Snippet - David Lipten (Saturday, Autumn, Ravishing Light) | 00:08:18 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer David Lipten and his piece "Saturday, Autumn, Ravishing Light " for SSA Choir. Learn more about David and his music at https://www.dlipten.com. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 21 Feb 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Mark Whitefield (The Seventh Wave) | 00:06:28 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from British composer Mark Whitefield and his piece "The Seventh Wave". Learn more about Mark and his music at https://markwhitefield.musicaneo.com/. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 05 Nov 2024 | Faith Zimmer | 00:39:07 | |
This week, we take a trip through visual art and illustration, poetry, lyric writing, music, and faith with the versatile Faith Zimmer. Along her journey, Faith shares lessons learned from studying with Charles Anthony Silvestri and Alice Parker (though not at the same time!). And if Faith could explore underwater or outer space, where would she go? Find out on Moveable Do Pieces featured on this episode: For more information about Faith Zimmer and her music, visit https://www.faithzimmer.com. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | Santiago Veros | 01:11:20 | |
This week, Moveable Do visits with Argentinian composer, Santiago Veros. Join us as we talk about growing up in Argentina and how that shaped Santiago's interest in building community through choral music. Pieces featured on this episode: "O Magnum Mysterium," "The Last March of Destiny," "Lake of Stars," and "Galaxias." To learn more about Santiago Veros and his music, visit https://santiagoveros.site. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 01 Dec 2020 | Take Me Back (Bonus!) | 00:08:52 | |
As Steve wraps up Season One of Moveable Do, he gives a big thanks to his guests and tells you about the piece that has been the theme music for this season. Featured on this episode: "Take Me Back (A New American Folk Song)." For more information about this podcast, visit sdcompose.com/moveabledo. This season's guests: Saunder Choi: https://www.saunderchoi.com/ Evans Mbinji: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaDidPfwJdKOC02rxjabcjQ Giselle Wyers: https://www.gisellewyers.com/ Fahad Siadat: http://www.fahadsiadat.com/ Mike Merrill: https://www.mikemerrillcomposer.com/ Judy Rose: https://www.judyarose.com/ Ally Czyzewicz: https://www.allyrosemusic.com/ Brian Tate: http://briantatemusic.com/ Jocelyn Hagan: https://www.jocelynhagen.com/ Tim Takach: https://timothyctakach.com/ Dale Trumbore: https://www.daletrumbore.com/ Chad "Sir Wick" Hughes: https://sirwickmusic.com/ Dan Forrest: https://danforrest.com/ Rollo Dilworth: http://rollodilworth.com/ Steve Danielson: https://sdcompose.com/ | |||
| 07 Feb 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Leandro Ragusa (Preludio para el Nuevo Mundo) | 00:07:50 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Argentinian composer Leandro Ragusa and his piece "Preludio para el Nuevo Mundo" (Prelude for the New World). Learn more about Leandro and his music at https://leandroragusa.com/ . Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 16 Sep 2021 | Moveable Snippet - Iris Szeghy | 00:12:23 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Slovak composer, Iris Szeghy and her choral cycle "Three Shakespeare Songs." Learn more about Iris and her music at http://www.szeghy.ch. | |||
| 21 Oct 2021 | Moveable Snippet - Joseph Virgilio | 00:06:40 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Joseph Virgilio and his piece "Le Notte Delle Cappelle Medicee" for SSAA choir. To learn more about Joseph, check out his published works through Forton UK, Bergmann Edition, and Music for Brass. | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Joseph Virgilio (I Giochi Vecchi - The Old Games) | 00:07:00 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Joseph Vergilio and his piece "I Giochi Vecchi (The Old Games)." Learn more about Joseph Vergilio and his music at https://www.scoreexchange.com/profiles/MrJoesMusic. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 17 Jan 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Giselle Wyers | 00:08:58 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Giselle Wyers and her piece "The Waking." Learn more about Giselle and her music at https://gisellewyers.com or hear her full interview on Moveable Do by visiting https://anchor.fm/moveabledo/episodes/Giselle-Wyers-ejalde | |||
| 27 Aug 2024 | Season 8 - Intro/Preview | 00:06:20 | |
The hiatus is over! Steve is back with an introduction and preview of Season 8. How will a formatting change and focus shift affect the show? Join us for the official season launch on Tuesday, September 3, 2025! Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Dad Jokes Merch: website ACDA Podcast: on Spotify Ja Som, Ja Mozem (I Am, I Can): YouTube demo The Shot Heard Round the World: Consortium Invitation | |||
| 30 May 2023 | James Knox | 01:02:45 | |
This week, join composer Dr. James Knox, professor of music at Central Oregon Community College, as he talks with Moveable Do about his work as a vocalist, educator, and composer. Learn about some of his amazing world travels and what he considers his most memorable travel experience. This week we play a game called "Felix and Fanny sitting in a tree, W-R-I-T-I-N-G." Pieces featured on this episode, "Life to Everything," "The Wanderer," "Ludi Yan," and "Limericks." To learn more about James and his music, visit https://knoxsheetmusic.musicaneo.com/. For more information about this podcast and full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 11 Jul 2023 | Season 6 Closer - Semper Solus In Turba | 00:16:04 | |
Steve wraps up Season 6 with a nice bow! After thanking all the guests from the season and giving some life updates/news, Steve shares the piece that has served as the opening music this season - Semper Solus In Turba (Always Alone in a Crowd). Solus: https://tinyurl.com/y2yus8ak In Turba: https://tinyurl.com/2un7c8jf Thanks to all our amazing guests this season!! Jaakko Mäntyjärvi http://www.jaakkomantyjarvi.fi/CVEN.html Janice Kapp Perry https://janicekappperry.com/ Andrew Morgan Smith https://www.andrewmorgansmith.com/ Diederick van der Laag https://www.diederikvanderlaag.nl/ Jessica French https://www.jessicafrench.net/ Dawn Sonntag https://dawnsonntag.com/ Dwight Bigler http://www.dwightbigler.com/ Sarah Rimkus https://sarahrimkus.com James Knox https://knoxsheetmusic.musicaneo.com/ Juhi Bansal http://juhibansal.com/ Tracy Wong https://tracywongmusic.com/ Rob Gardner http://robgardnermusic.com/ Garrett Breeze https://garrettbreeze.com/ Craig Hella Johnson https://conspirare.org Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 25 Aug 2020 | Saunder Choi | 00:43:00 | |
Steve talks with Filipino composer Saunder Choi about growing up in Manila, his feelings when he moved to Boston and then to LA, and how his viewpoint as an immigrant shapes his compositions. Featuring excerpts from "Brothers of the Sea," "The New Colossus," "Leron, Leron Sinta" and "Ang Tren." Plus the answer to the question, "What is the first song that Saunder remembers singing?" | |||
| 11 Oct 2021 | Moveable Snippet - John Paulson | 00:10:23 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer John Michael Paulson and his piece "Dream Land." Learn more about John and his music at https://www.johnmichaelpaulson.com/ | |||
| 01 Jan 2022 | Moveable Snippet - Donald Callen Freed | 00:08:00 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from composer Donald Callen Freed and his piece "Chalk on Concrete." Learn more about Donald and his music at https://www.donaldcallenfreed.com/ | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Sarah McMahill | 00:52:42 | |
Steve has an educational experience this week as he chats with composer, Sarah McMahill. They talk about Sarah's work as a Wellness Weaver - myofascial massage therapist, enneagram teacher, and composer/multi-media artist. Sarah explains how all these areas of their life intersect and combine. And, where would Sarah travel to given the choice? Join us this week on Moveable Do for the answer to this question and more! Pieces featured on this episode: For more information about Sarah McMahill and their music, visit https://www.sarahmc.net/. For more information about the podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://moveabledo.com. Connect With Us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website (New!): MoveableDo.com Support: Patreon Facebook: Page, Listener's Group Instagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z Simply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0 Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo Dad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases. | |||
| 19 Dec 2023 | Nell Shaw Cohen | 00:55:40 | |
This week on Moveable Do, composer and multi-media artist Nell Shaw Cohen talks us through the process of creating music either inspired by visual art or using visuals in tandem with the music. We also talk about how walking holidays can inspire her compositions as well. Pieces featured on this episode: "Woman Walking," "It's a Long Way," "The Sphinx and the Milky Way," and "Prologue: The Open Road" and "Their Stories" from Sauntering Songs. For more information about Nell Cohen and her music, visit https://www.nellshawcohen.com/. To learn more about this podcast a see a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo Moveable Do Merch https://www.teepublic.com/user/sdcompose | |||
| 06 Dec 2022 | Christopher Tin | 00:47:59 | |
To cap off Season 5, Christopher Tin joins Moveable Do to talk about growing up in California, living with immigrant parents, and, of course, his work with film and video game music. Find out about Christopher's fascination with language and how it connects with singing styles. Pieces featured on this episode: "Baba Yetu," "Sogno di Volare," "Waiting for Your Return" (from Crazy Rich Asians), and "Hope is the Thing With Feathers." For more information about Christopher Tin and his music, visit https://christophertin.com. For more information about this podcast and a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Facebook Group: Moveable Do Listeners Instagram @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter @MoveableDo YouTube @MoveableDoPodcast We'd love to hear from you! Send and email or leave a voice message at anchor.fm/moveabledo. | |||
| 10 May 2022 | Chrysanthe Tan | 01:00:34 | |
Composer and violinist Chrysanthe Tan joins Moveable Do this week to talk about their fascination of combining music and the spoken word, what its like to tour with Ariana Grande, and a mutual love of ours: Star Wars! Find out what Chrysanthe's favorite Star Wars song is. Featured pieces on this episode: "If You Lived in Your Body," "On the Other Hand," "Magic Lady," "I Dream of Kitty" (Premiere), and a special bonus, "Lipid Bilayer." To hear more of Chrysanthe's music, visit https://chrysanthetan.com. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! | |||
| 16 Mar 2021 | Joan Szymko | 01:05:53 | |
This week on Moveable Do, Joan Szymko takes us on an adventure of topics including accessibility and universality, African drumming, selecting texts, and an in-depth discussion of Alzheimer's. Featured on this episode: "Nada te Turbe," "Hodie," "River," and highlights from her major work, "Shadow and Light." If you listen carefully, you might even hear a bit of "It Takes a Village." For more information about Joan and her music, visit https://joanszymko.com. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 03 Oct 2023 | Judith Herrington | 00:39:26 | |
Conductor, composer, and music educator Judith Herrington talks with Moveable Do about going from singing in the church choir to founding the Tacoma Youth Chorus. Plus, who was her teenage celebrity crush? Pieces featured on this episode: "Loosin Yelav," "Rush Onward, Tides of My Soul," "Stars Tonight," and "Awake, My Soul, and Sing!" For more information about Judith Herrington and her music, visit https://www.tacomayouthchorus.org. For more information about this podcast and full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 13 Apr 2021 | Ellen Gilson Voth | 00:57:55 | |
Dr. Ellen Gilson Voth delights Moveable Do this week with a discussion about the sheet music publishing world, her influential music teachers, and her own work as an educator. Featured on this episode: "Today I Will," "Across the Empty Square," and two new pieces, "Above Gravity," and "I Had No Time to Hate." For more information about Ellen, please visit https://www.ellengilsonvoth.net/. For a full archive of episodes, please visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. | |||
| 13 Jun 2023 | Tracy Wong | 00:49:28 | |
This week, Steve talks with Malaysian-born, Canadian-based composer, Dr. Tracy Wong. They talk about growing up in the Malaysian music education system, what took her to Canada, and why some pieces are harder to write than others. They also play a game called "A Healthy Bowl of Raisin Brahms." Pieces featured on this episode: "Wau Bulan," "Singkap Siaga," "JAM! (Jom - Ayuh - Mari)," and "Antara (Between)." For more information about Tracy and her music, visit https://tracywongmusic.com/. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the Music Moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||
| 08 Mar 2022 | Roger Emerson | 00:58:58 | |
Season 4 of Moveable Do opens with a fantastic interview with Roger Emerson, one of the most performed choral composer/arrangers in the world! Join us as we talk about growing up in a musical family, his time with a rock band, his process of arranging and composing, and about some of the people that have influenced his amazing 45 year career. Featured on this episode: "Shoshone Love Song," "Red River Valley," "Stopping by Woods," and "Waving Through a Window (from Dear Evan Hansen)." You don't want to miss this interview! To learn more about Roger Emerson, visit his website https://rogeremerson.com. For a full archive of episodes, visit https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo. Keep the music moving! Moveable Do has been named one of the Best Music Composition Podcasts by Feedspot.com. Check it out here: https://blog.feedspot.com/music_composition_podcasts/ | |||
| 21 Mar 2023 | Moveable Snippet - Soheil Shirangi (SAMAT) | 00:09:42 | |
Moveable Snippets will bring you one piece that a composer would like to share with the world. Today's Moveable Snippet comes from Iranian composer Soheil Shirangi and his piece "SAMAT". Learn more about Soheil and his music at https://soheilshirangi.com/. Keep the music moving! Connect with us! Email: moveabledo@gmail.com Website: https://sdcompose.com/moveabledo Instagram: @Moveable_do_podcast Twitter: @MoveableDo | |||