Arthur Bachmann has played viola in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra for 39 years, and is retiring at the end of the ‘24-’25 season. We discuss Arthur’s work as a composer, his children’s piece ‘A Paintbrush for Piccolo’, and some favourite memories from his career.

The music in this episode is two works by Arthur Bachmann: ‘The Darkling Thrush’, performed by pianist Akiko Tominaga and Adam Zinatelli on trumpet; and ‘Nauthiz’, performed by Kensington Sinfonia, from their CD ‘Views from the Americas’.

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Genevieve Micheletti plays violin in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and is Co-Artistic Director of Calgary’s own Kensington Sinfonia. We discuss working with living composers, some of the realities of being a musician while also being a parent, and Candy Club.

The music in this episode is from ‘Saturn, still returning’ by Broxson, performed by Kensington Sinfonia led by Genevieve Micheletti, and soloist Chris Sies.

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Jeremy Bauman plays viola in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss the singular personality of the viola, meditation, and bread baking.

The music in this episode is ‘American Haiku’ by Paul Wiancko, performed by Jeremy Bauman and David Morrissey.

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Jeongah Choi joins the first violin section of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra this season. We discuss her artistic upbringing, the effect of a thrilling live performance, and the profound meaning that music can have in people’s lives.

The music in this episode is Paganini’s Caprice No. 13, performed by Jeongah Choi.

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Nikki LaBonte plays Principal Horn in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss the idea of talent, the similarities between musicians and athletes, and Batman.

The music in this episode is Enchanted Forest by Karen Tanaka, performed by Nikki Labonte and pianist Priscilla Yuen.

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Kristofer Leslie plays Assistant Principal Trombone on the Calgary Philharmonic orchestra. We discuss section playing, teaching styles, and Jingle Bones!

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The music in this episode is from the First Trombone Quartet by Saskia Apon, performed by the quartet Sauce Rocket and the Splatter Tones.

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Kathleen de Caen plays cello in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss her new role as a host of pre-concert chats at CPO concerts, and what it’s like being in an orchestra marriage.

The music in this episode is the Hungarian Rhapsody by David Popper, performed by Kathleen de Caen and pianist Janet Scott Hoyt.

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Peter Clark joins the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra this season playing Second Horn. We discuss his Alberta home, learning strategies, and his varied musical activities. Peter also asks me about my own CD recording.

The music in this episode is The Log Driver’s Waltz by Wade Hemsworth, arranged and performed by Peter Clark, and Reckless by Peter’s band Showbiz.

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