Find new music you’re going to love on Harmonious World and hear interviews with great musicians, composers and producers across all genres, from jazz to classical, from folk to rock and everything in between. Hilary Seabrook is a writer and musician: at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown she found inspiration from Quincy Jones: “Imagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at." Thanks for listening.
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Doug Wyatt and I discuss 'Days of Gypsy Nights'
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20:06Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For this episode I am joined by composer and pianist Doug Wyatt, whose new album - Days of Gypsy Nights - came out in the spring. Thanks to Doug for allowing me to use tracks from Days of Gypsy Nights alongsi…
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Exploring 'Ban: Stories of Censorship' with Matthew Detrick from Apollo Chamber Players
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36:06Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This is my third episode chatting with Matthew Detrick, one of the founding musicians of Apollo Chamber Players. You can listen to our earlier episodes from November 2021 and January 2023 to find out more abo…
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Starting autumn discussing 'Still' with pianist Ann Sweeten
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21:47Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Released on 1 September, when autumn is definitely in the UK air, this episode features a discussion with pianist Ann Sweeten: she released Still a few weeks ago. As she explains in our conversation, she's al…
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Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It's a pleasure to discover artists when they're relatively new to the international music world, and for this episode I chatted with pianist Talon Smith about his new album Debut. Thanks to Talon for allowin…
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Chatting with saxophonist Dave Anderson about 'In Lieu of Flowers' and trends in jazz
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30:48Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Saxophonist Dave Anderson and I began with a chat about his latest album - In Lieu of Flowers - and progressed to discussions about folk music and influences on jazz. We shared our mutual admiration for Maria…
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Discovering the magic behind the Great British Music Camp 2025
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23:39Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This is another special episode, following one last August. In both, I speak to campers and tutors on the Great British Music Camp. This year - GBMC's 10th year - I was delighted to also chat with Ben Mark Tu…
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Misha Mullov-Abbado and I chat about 'Effra' and more
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31:39Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Having met up with bass player, composer and band leader Misha Mullov-Abbado backstage at Alice Zawadzki's Watford Jazz Junction gig a couple of months ago, it was great to chat with him in the lobby of the B…
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Singer-songwriter Fini Bearman: releasing 'Last Night of the World'
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28:24Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I chatted with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Fini Bearman in the lobby of the Barbican Centre, right next door to the Guildhall School of Music where she honed her craft and still helps others d…
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Pianist James Pearson: celebrating 100 years of Oscar Peterson
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26:14Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This episode features a conversation with pianist James Pearson about his work to help celebrate the centenary of the birth of Oscar Peterson. James's live shows are extraordinary and I highly recommend you t…
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My third conversation with soprano saxophonist Jane Ira Bloom
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21:40Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a great pleasure to chat for the third time with Jane Ira Bloom, who has just been named Soprano Saxophonist of the Year by Downbeat magazine. Her latest album is Songs in Space and you can listen to o…
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Discussing 'Return to Electric' with Phil Haynes
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24:01Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Return to Electric is the new album from drummer Phil Haynes, and he joins me to discuss it, as well as the path that has led him here. Thanks to Phil for allowing me to use tracks from Return to Electric alo…
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Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Drummer and composer Ofri Nehemya joins me for an interesting chat around his solo debut album - Time Traveler, out now on Adhyaropa Records. Thanks to Ofri for allowing me to use tracks from Time Traveler al…
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In conversation with Mark Gordon from Scarborough Jazz Festival
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24:14Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For this latest episode, I am joined by pianist Mark Gordon, who runs the Scarborough Jazz Festival. Not only is the 2025 Festival running from 26-28 September, but there's also a Live Compilation CD availabl…
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Starting season 21 with a live episode from Love Supreme 2025
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15:17Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I've just returned from Love Supreme 2025 and I had the delight of interviewing Fergus Quill, Pete Roth and Mike Pratt as well as Daniel Casimir. I'll let them do the talking, but you can find out about their…
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Chatting with NYC composer, violinist and club owner David Handler
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34:47Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For this episode, you can hear my conversation with David Handler, who is a composer, violinist and club owner in New York City. His debut album - Life Like Violence - is out now on Cantaloupe Music. It's a f…
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A live conversation in the sunshine with vocalist Becca Wilkins
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25:08Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. The sun was shining and children were playing as I interviewed vocalist Becca Wilkins in London's Finsbury Park just a few days before the launch of her album Reverie. It was a delight to bump into Becca (and…
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Chatting with saxophonist and composer Cecilie Strange
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31:22Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Enjoy listening to my chat with saxophonist and composer Cecilie Strange. Her album, Beech is the fourth in a collection that really exposes her quasi-classical compositions through storytelling. Cecilie has …
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Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a huge delight to be joined live in my local coffee shop by pianist and composer Iain Farrington. As you will hear through our conversation, Iain has composed for and performed at some highly prestigio…
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In conversation with composer Vonn Vanier
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24:25Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For this episode, I was joined by Vonn Vanier, ahead of the release of his fascinating debut album Dawn. Thanks to Vonn for allowing me to share clips from Dawn, which has a fascinating selection of styles an…
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Ute Lemper joins me to chat about 'Pirate Jenny'
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33:45Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a real delight to chat with Ute Lemper: I was assistant to the Producer of The Wall: Berlin 1990 and Ute sang on stage for that performance. Her latest album is Pirate Jenny, a celebration of revolutio…
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A live conversation with Dave Keech ahead of his new EP 'Tokyo'
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42:19Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I have known trombonist Dave Keech for several years and it's exciting to hear some of his own new music - his EP Tokyo comes out in October. In our live conversation, Dave and I discuss the tracks and musici…
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Nicole Zuraitis shares her thoughts in advance of the release of 'Siren Songs volume II'
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32:50Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. As soon as I met Nicole Zuraitis last year, I knew she'd make a great guest and she proved me correct. There was so much to discuss and I hope you enjoy listening in to our conversation about music, her work …
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A special episode for International Jazz Day 2025 with Tara Minton
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28:51Welcome to International Jazz Day 2025 and a special episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. While at Claire Cope's album launch, I bumped into harpist and singer Tara Minton, who kindly agreed to be my guest on this very special day. Tara is a great singer and harpist …
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Chatting with bassist and composer Quinn Sternberg
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18:55Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I was delighted that Quinn Sternberg got in touch with me directly to introduce his music. I was delighted to discover his new album Pleasant Returns and then to have the chance to chat to him about it. We al…
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Fotina Naumenko joins me to discuss 'Bespoke Songs'
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23:25Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For this episode, I discuss Bespoke Songs with soprano Fotina Naumenko. This new album features four works for soprano and mixed instrumental ensembles. The compositions were commissioned by the singer and fe…
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A conversation with pianist and composer Sultan Stevenson
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35:03Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a great pleasure to chat with pianist and composer Sultan Stevenson, discussing his engrossing new album, El Roi, as well as his nomination as Breakthrough Act of the Year in this year's Jazz FM Awards…
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Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For the first episode in season 20, I am joined in conversation by pianist Chris Gall. We discuss his brand new album Impressionists Improvised, a solo piano exploration of works by Debussy, Ravel and Satie a…
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Chatting with Mette Juul about 'Thank You & Other Stories'
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19:17Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This episode features the highly talented jazz singer and songwriter Mette Juul. I interviewed her in September 2023 for episode 174, discussing her previous album Celeste. Her new album - Thank You & Other S…
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An interview with saxophonist and composer Matt Carmichael
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19:04Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I was fortunate in meeting this week's guest - saxophonist and composer Matt Carmichael - before we spoke for the podcast. He was performing as part of Ensemble C with my guest from episode 263 Claire Cope an…
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Vocalist Emily Masser joins me to discuss 'Songs With My Father'
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16:04Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It's always good to speak to artists at the start of their musical journey - Emily Masser is still studying, while performing professionally around the UK. In this conversation, we discuss her album Songs Wit…
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An engaging conversation with pianist Jeffrey Biegel
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40:19Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. A few months ago, I interviewed composer Peter Boyer in a second conversation, this time about his composition Rhapsody in Red, White and Blue. The man behind that recording - and the 50-state 'Rhapsody Natio…
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A special episode for International Women's Day 2025 with Claire Cope
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36:21Welcome to a special International Women's Day 2025 episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I'm delighted to be joined by pianist and composer Claire Cope - her Ensemble C has a new album out today, called Every Journey. Thanks to Claire for allowing me to play tracks f…
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Chatting with guitarist Pritesh Walia about 'Hopetown'
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23:27Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. Guitarist Pritesh Walia joins me today from California, to discuss his debut album - Hopetown. This is an impressive first album, with original compositions and an inventive arrangement of The Beatles' Blackb…
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A fascinating conversation with author and music expert Thomas W Morris
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41:15Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It's always interesting to talk to someone with a passion for a specific musical topic and I'm joined here by Thomas J Morris, who has an incredible history alongside some of the world's finest orchestras: hi…
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In conversation with bassist Adam Ben Ezra
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14:32Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For this episode, I was joined by bassist Adam Ben Ezra, who has a new album out at the end of February. Heavy Drops is a fascinating creative collection of ten original tunes that focus on the double bass. T…
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Chatting with violinist and composer Petra Onderuf about her new album 'An Odd Time of Day'
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11:57Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a delight to chat with violinist and composer Petra Onderuf for this episode, and I love her new album - An Odd Time of Day. Thanks to Petra for allowing me to share tracks from her album alongside our…
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The nomadic Marina Albero joins me to chat about 'A Nomad of Sound'
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22:22Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. From New Orleans, I'm joined for this episode by Barcelona-born jazz pianist Marina Albero. Her story is fascinating and her latest album - A Nomad of Sound - is gorgeous. Thanks to Marina for allowing me to …
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Discovering the Watford Jazz Junction Festival with Chris Newstead
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29:52Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. In this case, it's a clarinettist who also helps many of us hear more great music - Chris Newstead is festival director of the Watford Jazz Junction Festival. Chris goes through the many musical delights that…
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In conversation with Ineza on the release of her album 'Women's Words, Sisters' Stories'
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15:51Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a pleasure to interview Ineza, discussing her latest album, Women's Words, Sisters' Stories with pianist, composer and arranger Alex Webb and a great band. I first saw Ineza and Alex perform this reper…
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Discussing storytelling with singer-songwriter Avery Hill
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17:32Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. In this episode, I chat with singer-songwriter Avery Hill about her latest album: The One Who Remembers. The art of storytelling is important to Avery and that comes across in her music. Thanks to Avery for g…
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Starting season 19 - and 2025 - in conversation with saxophonist and composer Emma Rawicz
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20:57Happy New Year! Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This first episode of season 19 features a conversation with saxophonist and composer Emma Rawicz, who I saw twice at the end of 2024 - once with her own band at Kings Place and once at Ronnie…
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Interviewing Pete Chambers from the Coventry Music Museum
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19:26Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It is a real pleasure to end 2024 with this interview featuring Pete Chambers, journalist and curator of the impressive Coventry Music Museum. I'm a great believer in the need to both embrace the music that i…
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A live interview with Cat Bourne about her debut album 'Triquetra'
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18:19Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This conversation took place in the lobby of London's Kings Place concert hall and it was great to chat with Catriona Bourne about her jazz, classical and folk influences. Her debut album Triquetra came out i…
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An interview with Jim Morgan from the International Songwriting Competition
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17:23Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This episode offers something a little different - a snapshot of the world of songwriters and an insight into an international music competition. The International Songwriting Competition is an annual song co…
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My 250th episode features the remarkable Rosie Frater-Taylor
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28:47Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I can scarcely believe that I have reached 250 episodes (not my 250th guest, as there have been some duplications) but I am delighted that this special edition features guitarist, composer and singer Rosie Fr…
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A live chat (between sets) with trombonist, composer and educator Dennis Rollins
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13:27Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. This conversation took place between sets at Cambridge Jazz Festival a couple of weeks ago, when Dennis Rollins was working as composer, conductor and artistic director with the Cambridge University Jazz Orch…
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Chatting with sax player, composer and vocalist Kim Cypher
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22:08Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. I've known about Kim Cypher - sax player, composer and vocalist - for several years, but we've never actually met. It was a delight to chat with her about her new album, Catching Moments. Thanks to Kim for al…
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Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. With apologies for the background noise (including the sound-checking of Roberto's piano while we chatted a few feet away) this is the live chat I had with Cuban jazz pianist Roberto Fonseca. It was a real pl…
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A third interview with vocalist and composer Laila Biali
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24:24Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. For the third time, I enjoyed chatting with pianist, composer and vocalist Laila Biali, who has just released Wintersongs. I'm very much looking forward to catching up with Laila when she brings her tour to L…
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Pianist Joel Lyssarides and I chat about 'Arcs and Rivers'
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27:16Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious. It was a joy to chat with pianist Joel Lyssarides. His latest album is Arcs and Rivers, in collaboration with bouzouki player Georgios Prokopiou: as usual, this is a classy album from ACT Music. You can read …
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