Tue, 4 November 2008 ![]() Episode 4: From WRCX to WFMT: a Grammy-nominated classical engineer dishes about working at some of Chicago's top rock radio stations. Upcoming Gigs: November 8 - Korngold Concerto with the Erie Philharmonic in Pennsylvania, November 11 - Brahms Concerto with the Royal Philharmonic in London, November 14-16 - residency at Morehead State University in Kentucky Mailbox Mayhem: Bill (a different Bill) writes: "Being a longtime metal fan with only the very most glancing and superficial knowledge of classical, (own 1000+ CDs, maybe a dozen of which are classical) Stringendo has opened my eyes into a whole new realm. It has lead me to a curiosity and love for classical that Yngwie Malmsteen could not inspire, and I am a pretty big fan of his. Yesterday, I stumbled into "Instrument off the Devil", and bought it immediately. Thanks to these recordings, I have my first clues as to what classical I actually do like. Thank you for the first steps into broadening my musical horizons." A conversation with Grammy-nominated classical engineer Bill Maylone. Bill talks about working as an engineer at some of Chicago's top rock radio stations, which types of microphones he uses, Bill's Classical Recommendations: Bruckner - Symphony No. 4 Susato - The Battle Pavane Bach - The Italian Concerto Beethoven - Egmont Overture Mendelssohn - String Quartet Op. 44 No. 1 (especially the 4th movement) Saint-Saens - Carnival of the Animals Frank Bridge - Cello Sonata Stravinsky - The Firebird Copland - Appalachian Spring George Walker - Lyric for Strings total playing time: 19:33 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on the show? Just send your question or comment via written text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Mailbox Mayhem! Thanks for listening! Violins Rule! with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com Comments[0] |
Thu, 25 September 2008 ![]() Episode 3: Dying for the Cause: Icelandic metal and great string quartets Upcoming Gigs: September 25 – speech “Overcoming Adversity During the Teenage Years” for LINKS North Shore Youth Health Service in Illinois, September 26 and 28 – 17th and 18th Century Italian music with the Callipygian Players in Chicago, October 5 – my record release party and a guest appearance with Uli Jon Roth at the House of Blues in Chicago Mailbox Mayhem: Theresa writes: "I heard you play on XL102. I thought your playing was great. I never knew violins could be so cool. Thank you for your time and keep rocking." A conversation with Icelandic violinist Sibbi Bernhardsson, metal fan and member of the Pacifica Quartet, one of America’s most renowned young string quartets. Sibbi talks about Icelandic metal, being a chamber musician, and touring with Bjork. Sibbi's Classical Recommendations: To learn more about Sibbi and the Pacifica Quartet, please visit www.pacificaquartet.com. SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on the show? Just send your question or comment via written text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Mailbox Mayhem! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.com Violins Rule! with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com Comments[0] |
Tue, 9 September 2008 ![]() Episode 2: Violating the Violin! - electric rock violin pioneer Mark Wood total playing time: 48:03 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on the show? Just send your question or comment via written text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Mailbox Mayhem! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.com Violins Rule! with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com Comments[0] |
Tue, 26 August 2008 ![]() Episode 1: Thrash! violinist Philip Pan’s homage to speed metal Mailbox Mayhem: Michael writes: “I was at your show tonight and enjoyed it immensely! This was the first "classical" show I have been to, and since I knew the names, Vivaldi and Barton, I figured what the hell ...although I'm normally seen at a Dave Matthews Band concert! I just wanted to let you know, not that you need it, that you are doing a wonderful job and you really opened my eyes tonight. I am hoping to see you in another performance soon!” Philip Pan, concertmaster of the Jacksonville Symphony in Florida, talks about discovering rock music, learning how to play electric violin, and composing a speed metal-inspired piece for solo violin. Includes Rachel Barton Pine’s performance of “Thrash.” Philip's Classical Recommendations: Strauss - Also Sprach Zarathustra Vivaldi - The Four Seasons total playing time: 16:23 SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON I-TUNES! Would you like to be featured on the show? Just send your question or comment via written text or as an MP3 attachment to rachelbartonpine@aol.com and listen for your answer on Mailbox Mayhem! Thanks for listening! www.rachelbartonpine.com Violins Rule! with Rachel Barton Pine is produced by Windy Apple Studios www.windyapple.com
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