As It Comes Podcast: Life from a Musician's Point of View
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -This podcast aims to explore life from a musician's point of view: the peaks, troughs and the downright unexpected. Hosted by London-based cellist Davina Shum
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Episode 6: Nina Harries "How do you GO to Purcell?!"
August 30, 2019 07:30 - 49 minutes - 40 MBCellist spots fellow cellist at home train station - THAT SHE DOESN'T KNOW. Commence awkward staring. What do you do, especially if you don't have your instrument, and can't illustrate your solidarity? Nina Harries is my guest this week. We chat about her life as a bassist and vocalist, her musical family, imposter syndrome, working with the Akram Khan company, and her upcoming album. Also mentioned are muddy gigs, carting around double basses, and crying at nature, especially mountai...
Episode 5. Uchenna Ngwe "C is the key"
August 16, 2019 07:30 - 51 minutes - 39 MBHaving no work sometimes can be therapeutic! Enjoy it while you can! My guest this episode is Uchenna Ngwe: oboist, cor anglais player and PhD candidate at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. She's the founder of PlainSightSound and the Decus Ensemble which aims to uncover music by black British, African and Caribbean composers throughout history. She shares her wisdom about applying for Arts Council Funding, which many people know is not a straight-forward affair. We also...
Episode 4: Kate Simko "Ride that wave"
August 02, 2019 07:30 - 39 minutes - 28.4 MBClimate change will be the downfall of working musicians. How do you function as a musician when the elements seem to be battling against you? This episode's guest is the legendary Kate Simko - DJ, film composer and founder of London Electronic Orchestra. Listen as she chats about her fascinating musical path that led her to have foot in both the electronic and classical worlds. Plus don't miss this episode's Music College Didn't Prepare me of lip-sync-worthy proportions. Mentioned in t...
Episode 3: Madeleine Ridd (part 2) "Things don't have to turn out the way you planned for it to be okay"
July 19, 2019 07:30 - 33 minutes - 26.2 MBConsuming avocados is a risk if you want to retain your thumbs. Luckily, practising octaves can help. Listen to part 2 of my conversation with cellist Madeleine Ridd - we chat about how she got back into her playing, and her cathartic talent that led to her success outside of music. Plus, don't miss this episode's Music College Didn't Prepare Me! Mentioned in this episode: Millie's Brilliant Birthday Plan: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Millies-Brilliant-Birthday-Plan-Madeleine/dp/1910322679 ...
Episode 2: Madeleine Ridd (part 1) "Nobody has a monopoly on suffering"
July 12, 2019 07:30 - 43 minutes - 33.6 MBHave you ever been hideously late to a gig? I have, regrettably. This episode is part one of my chat with cellist Madeleine Ridd. We spoke about food, chamber music, touring, teaching, and Maddy's personal insight into her struggle with mental health. This episode also features a hazy "music college didn't prepare me" experience out in the South Pacific nation of Tonga. Had an experience music college didn't prepare you for? Tell me! [email protected] Like and follow on Facebo...
Episode 1: Chad Vindin "Simplify, not stupefy"
June 27, 2019 12:31 - 41 minutes - 31.3 MBWelcome to Episode 1! Today's guest is Chad Vindin, vocal coach and accompanist at Royal College and Academy of Music, as well as author of the successful Throwcase blog. What does he actually do? Find out in our chat! Experienced something bizarre that music college didn't prepare you for? Tell me here: [email protected] Follow: facebook.com/asitcomespod or Instagram @asitcomespod Mentioned in this episode: www.chadvindin.com www.throwcase.com www.rozznagy.net www.danielelm...