Episode 56 - Leg Day
In this episode I mostly talk about not having anything to talk about, and we end with 12 Studies by Martin Slater.
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr
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.
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Episodes
Ep. 55 - Hello Doctor
In this episode, I talk about the awkward moment I ran into my chiropractor on vacation, pay tribute to one of my favorite guitarists of the non-classical variety, and close the show with a great piece by Stefano Màsera.
Jun 08, 2024•36 min
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.
Mar 29, 2024•49 min
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.
Jan 05, 2024•43 min
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.
Oct 27, 2023•41 min
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.
Aug 22, 2023•39 min
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.
Apr 19, 2023•42 min
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.
Mar 22, 2023•30 min
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.
Feb 26, 2023•2 hr 5 min
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.
Dec 28, 2022•41 min
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.
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 7 min
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.
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 20 min
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.
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 18 min
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.
Sep 15, 2022•44 min
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.
Aug 12, 2022•33 min
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.
Jun 18, 2022•42 min
Ep 41
In this episode I talk about some interesting finds at a local music shop, and we hear fantastic music from Rob Ainsley.
May 29, 2022•40 min
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.
Apr 27, 2022•34 min
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.
Mar 23, 2022•32 min
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.
Feb 24, 2022•44 min
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.
Jan 17, 2022•33 min
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.
Dec 17, 2021•26 min
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.
Nov 28, 2021•49 min
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.
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 2 min
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.
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 6 min
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.
Sep 27, 2021•24 min
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.
Aug 24, 2021•41 min
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.
Jul 20, 2021•43 min
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.
Jul 20, 2021•54 min
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.
May 30, 2021•50 min
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