Illuminating Music
8 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsFor the past 10 years Art of Élan has been pioneering unique chamber music events and bringing the excitement of classical music to diverse audiences. Created by violinist Kate Hatmaker and flutist Demarre McGill, Art of Élan is continually expanding the scope of classical music in San Diego through innovative, one-hour programming in unique performance venues. This podcast offers in-depth views into the composers and their compositions which Art of Élan is continually presenting to add vigor and excitement to classical music.
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Episodes
Variations on a Simple Theme by Avner Dorman
October 19, 2017 00:00 - 34 minutes - 79.8 MBAvner Dorman had too many ideas as he began writing a new piece for the Myriad Trio in 2017 and then decided to create a theme and variations which shows off his virtuosity of composition and the virtuosity of the performers. Hear his process and thoughts on composing the 'Variations on a Simple Theme'.
First Light by Joel P. West
October 06, 2017 00:00 - 43 minutes - 98.5 MBTrace Joel's steps to becoming a L.A. film composer through his adventures in San Diego with The Tree Ring and his most recent commission from Art of Élan called "First Light". Listen to the entire Crossfire concert from April 2017 here: http://instantencore.com/music/details.aspx?PId=5131298
Diego Rodriguez
October 02, 2017 00:00 - 40 minutes - 93.5 MBDiego got his start in composing with the Art of Élan Young Artists in Harmony program. He quickly found a love of composing and in 3 short years developed a repertoire of eclectic and vibrant music. Art of Élan featured 7 works by Diego in an Artist Spotlight and you can hear all the recordings here: http://instantencore.com/music/details.aspx?PId=5134749
The Eye of Night by David Bruce
April 26, 2017 00:00 - 18 minutes - 43.1 MBThe 2011 commission by Art of Élan was the beginning of wonderful collaborations between British composer David Bruce and the San Diego community. Hear his insights into writing for the performers of the Myriad Trio. You can purchase their recording of The Eye of Night at: https://goo.gl/5nCaZt
Steampunk by David Bruce
March 12, 2017 00:00 - 43 minutes - 99.4 MBBritish composer David Bruce is no stranger to San Diego, where he has had multiple world premiere performances in recent years. This 8 player mixed chamber ensemble highlights the sights and sounds of an anachronistic time period where steam powered technology meets the Victorian era.
Clarinet Quintet by Ljova
February 24, 2017 00:00 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBArt of Élan is honored to commission a 2nd work by violist and composer Lev 'Ljova' Zhurbin. We'll hear about his father's compositions, the background into Ljova's eclectic style, and upcoming projects. Ljova used to dislike the sound of the clarinet, but now loves the sound of the instrument so much as to write this incredible work.
Beat Suite #2 by AJ Nilles
February 18, 2017 00:00 - 38 minutes - 54.4 MBViolist and Composer AJ Nilles returns to San Diego from his prestigious position in the Berlin Philharmonic to add another installment to his Beat Suite series for Art of Élan. This 2nd commission features a crossfire of genres and showcases AJ's eclectic style.
The Tree Suite by Hannah Lash
February 18, 2017 00:00 - 59 minutes - 72.7 MBHarpist and Composer Hannah Lash reflects on the power of the human connection and how interconnected we are in our lives. This commission by Art of Élan features the world premiere performance of Julie Smith Phillips.