Classical Guitar Composers Podcast

Classical Guitar Composers is a podcast for composers to share their works for classical guitar with other guitar enthusiasts. Listeners contribute recordings of their works to get them heard by classical guitar players and fans.

Episode 54 - Finally 03/29/2024

Episode 54 - Finally In this episode I talk about the unfortunate passing of the great Armand Coeck, and my encounter with a new way of playing guitar. The show ends with a great suite by Javier Contreras. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/30601483

Episode 53 01/05/2024

Episode 53 In this episode I confess to having never played Brouwer. I also discuss some potentially lesser known composers I like, Gimli the corgi makes his show debut. The episode ends with a revisit of 5 pieces by Martin Slater. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/29363443

Ep. 52 - Here I am filing my nails again 10/27/2023

Ep. 52 - Here I am filing my nails again In this episode, I discuss how one band broke my heart, and another put it back together. The show ends with 2 pieces by Kristian Heim. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/28446272

Episode 51 - Sit down sir 08/22/2023

Episode 51 - Sit down sir The podcast is back after a brief hiatus. On this episode I discuss the future of the show, rock concert etiquette, and play music from the vault by Jared Coffin. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/27825894

Episode 50 - No applause, please! 04/19/2023

Episode 50 - No applause, please! In this episode I discuss potentially attending my first classical guitar concert in several years. I also talk about a style of classical music that really isn't for me, and speculate on the future (and maybe the present?) of live classical music. The show closes with a 3 movement work by Etienne de Lavaulx. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/26585013

Episode 49 03/22/2023

Episode 49 In this episode I talk about a new guitar piece I'm loving, a movie I hated, and we listen to a fantastic chamber piece by Graham Campbell. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/26312553

Episode 48 - PR, The Final Chapter 02/26/2023

Episode 48 - PR, The Final Chapter In this episode I'm joined by my friend and colleague, Parker Robinson one last time before he rides off into the Nashville sunset. We talk about acoustic treatment, the Elvis movie, and weird foods to bring to a Superbowl party. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/26049918

Ep 47 - Dog Park People 12/28/2022

Ep 47 - Dog Park People In this episode, I talk about encounters with other dog owners, a naive belief I once held about my computer, and we hear a fantastic composition for 10 string guitar by Thomas Katerkamp. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/25449912

Episode 46 - Cistern and Buckets 11/22/2022

Episode 46 - Cistern and Buckets In this episode, I do a full deep dive into the 12 Villa Lobos etudes, discussing them at length possibly for the last time. I also reveal something I experienced for the first time recently, and the show finishes off with 2 great pieces by Mike Woods. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/25103856

Episode 45 Pt. 2 (Shrooms!!??) 10/28/2022

Episode 45 Pt. 2 (Shrooms!!??) In this episode I discuss a recent concert I attended, and we reach back into the vault to hear 4 great pieces by Scott Niebauer. Afterwords, I'm joined by 2 special guests to give our lists of what we consider to be the top 13 horror movies of all time. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/24832647

Episode 45 Pt. 1 (Shrooms!!??) 10/28/2022

Episode 45 Pt. 1 (Shrooms!!??) In this episode I discuss a recent concert I attended, and we reach back into the vault to hear 4 great pieces by Scott Niebauer. Afterwords, I'm joined by 2 special guests to give our lists of what we consider to be the top 13 horror movies of all time. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/24832392

Episode 44 09/15/2022

Episode 44 In this episode I give my take on the concept of borrowing versus plagiarism, and wonder why so many musicians hate music. I also say like, like, a valley girl from the early 90s. The show closes with 3 pieces by Mike Woods. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/24391902

Blah Blah Blah, Master! Master! Blah Blah Blah 08/12/2022

Blah Blah Blah, Master! Master! Blah Blah Blah In this episode I discuss my latest trip to Prague, a new horror movie I love, and a book that I don't. The show caps off with 2 excellent pieces by Vincenzo Adelini. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/24041409

Episode 42 06/18/2022

Episode 42 In this episode, I consider life without iced tea, talk about guitar transcriptions for percussion, and ask if a certain set of etudes is slightly overrated. The show ends with a work from Kristian Heim's upcoming album. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/23469941

Ep 41 05/29/2022

Ep 41 In this episode I talk about some interesting finds at a local music shop, and we hear fantastic music from Rob Ainsley. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/23261801

Episode 40 04/27/2022

Episode 40 Topics include the introduction Gimli the Corgi, something I learned about harp strings, and an original joke by me. The show caps off with 3 new compositions from Kristian Heim. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/22923677

Episode 39 03/23/2022

Episode 39 In this episode I lament a happening, reveal a coming change in my life, and talk about a way to overcome a bout with writer's block. The show ends with 3 compositions from Freya Shaw. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/22543046

May be the last time, I don't know...ohoh 02/24/2022

May be the last time, I don't know...ohoh In this episode I talk about my next dog, how I hate certain tunings, how Unsolved Mysteries inspired a great horror movie, and of course emails. We then revisit some great guitar pieces by Gisli Johann Gretarsson. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/22236941

Episode 37 01/17/2022

Episode 37 In this episode I talk about that time someone asked John Cage a question regarding flatulence. I also talk about an upcoming concert I've bought tickets to. The show ends with my latest composition. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/21799349

Episode 36 12/17/2021

Episode 36 In this episode I discuss a new technique for overcoming recording difficulties, why staff paper makes me angry, and come to terms with Halloween Kills. The episode ends with a great piece by Fadi Rachid. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/21522515

Episode 35 11/28/2021

Episode 35 In this episode I discuss why you shouldn't keep your guitar in the case, my thoughts on the Jerry Garcia casting, and my feelings on the "music" of John Cage. The episode ends with 12 Studies by Martin Slater. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/21301034

Episode 34 - Pt. 2 10/28/2021

Episode 34 - Pt. 2 In this episode, I discuss music in the works, neighbor problems, and we revisit music by Daniel Ainsworth. I am then joined by Jeremy Showgren and Parker Robinson for a special discussion on Friday the 13th movies. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/20964881

Episode 34 - Pt. 1 10/28/2021

Episode 34 - Pt. 1 In this episode, I discuss music in the works, neighbor problems, and we revisit music by Daniel Ainsworth. I am then joined by Jeremy Showgren and Parker Robinson for a special discussion on Friday the 13th movies. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/20964827

Episode 33 09/27/2021

Episode 33 In this short episode, I talk about saying goodbye to the beloved family dog, and debate names for a fishing boat. We cap off the episode with music by Oliver Waterman. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/20610536

Episode 32 08/24/2021

Episode 32 In episode 32 I discuss my latest approach to composing and overcoming writer's block. Topics also include some recent horror movies I've seen and how Grateful Dead music belongs on the classical guitar. The show caps off with 2 great pieces by Jared S. Coffin. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/20243327

Episode 31 (Part 2) 07/20/2021

Episode 31 (Part 2) In this episode I'm pleased to be joined by guitarist and luthier, Kristian Heim to discuss all things classical guitar building. The episode features music by Kristian Heim and Freya Shaw. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/19864991

Episode 31 (Part 1) 07/20/2021

Episode 31 (Part 1) In this episode I'm pleased to be joined by guitarist and luthier, Kristian Heim to discuss all things classical guitar building. The episode features music by Kristian Heim and Freya Shaw. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/19864943

Episode 30 05/30/2021

Episode 30 Topics include unapologetic love for the Grateful Dead, and classical guitar reference on a tv show, and home recording setup. The show finishes with 3 pieces by Etienne de Lavaulx. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/19293209

Episode 29 04/25/2021

Episode 29 Topics include greatest hits albums, worst hits albums, and what brings any good concert to a screeching halt. The show closes with 2 pieces by Martin Slater. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/18851075

Episode 28 03/27/2021

Episode 28 Topics include memorization, pieces that are more enjoyable to play than listen to, and some classical guitar hiding in a cinematic masterpiece. The show concludes with fantastic music by Bob Wilson. /episode/index/show/classicalguitarcomposers/id/18490955

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