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Classical Interviews – Brian Simalchik
Local composer Brian Simalchik talks about the role that notation plays in defining and perpetuating classical music as well as some of the misconceptions and perceived limitations of classical music as a genre.
Classical Interviews – Becky Brown
Becky Brown is a composer, harpist, artist, and web designer, interested in producing intensely personal works across the multimedia spectrum.
Host profile: Brian Simalchik
“The best moments are when someone calls and is excited to share about how something I played spoke to them. That’s the absolute best and brings me the most joy.”
Read more about Brian Simalchik, host of WTJU’s A New Sound.
Classical Interviews – Michael Slon
"The experience of making music together and hearing music together contributes invisibly to the health of our culture. And we're missing that force in current life right now." So says UVA professor Michael Slon, about the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic for musicians and audiences.
Classical Interviews – Brian Simalchik
Charlottesville composer Brian Simalchik recently spoke with WTJU about his composing style, composing for the marimba, and his latest piece "Self-Portrait(You Are Not Your Thoughts)".
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