Best Cliburn Podcasts (2024)

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Encounters 2 - Defining Moments 19:03

9M ago19:03

19:03

In Episode #2 of Encounters, we discuss significant events that changed or shaped our approach to music.By Professor Carol

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Encounters 1 - Top 10 Classical Works 40:59

9M ago40:59

40:59

What are your top 10 selections of Classical Music? You really can’t create good list that is so small, but Professor Carol and Hank can have fun trying. Our lists include some standards and some that may be a little off the beaten path. Your list would probably be quite different, but the discussion here may help you make some new discoveries. Or …

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S2 Ep6: A Nightmare in New Mexico 24:08

1y ago24:08

24:08

Taos, New Mexico is a place of wild beauty by day. But things can take a different turn once the sun goes down. Musician and artist Ariel Saldivar, who performs as CAMÍNA, discovered this the hard way. From this episode: — Check out The Shed Project from chef Johnny Ortiz-Concha — Explore the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe — Christopher’s favo…

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S2 Ep5: Old Foamy Road 13:21

2y ago13:21

13:21

The Goat-Man, “Satanic panic" and a real life double murder. Welcome to Old Foamy Road in Johnson County. Host Christopher Wynn goes for a drive. ——— Strange was created by Christopher Wynn and Jason Reimer The show is edited and co-produced by Jeff Whittington Jason Reimer writes our music. Additional music courtesy of Talented Friends. Artwork an…

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S2 Ep4: Fear of the Unknown 37:39

2y ago37:39

37:39

When Jason Cohen opened Forbidden Books and Video in Dallas, he knew he would meet some strange characters, but nothing prepared him for who actually showed up. Check out Jason’s current shop Curiosities. Laurie Hertzel, senior editor and books editor for the Star Tribune in Minneapolis, spent a summer living in the historic former home of author, …

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S2 Ep3: Love Hurts 37:53

2y ago37:53

37:53

Relationships are complicated. Sarah Hepola, Davy Rothbart and Robb Armstrong explain why. “Falling in love is wonderful,” says host Christopher Wynn. “And awful.” Sarah Hepola recounts an unlikely romance that is set into motion in New Orleans’ French Quarter at gunpoint. She is the author of the New York Timesbestseller Blackout: Remembering the …

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S2 Ep2: Hearing Things 30:45

2y ago30:45

30:45

“There are lots of things I don’t want to know,” says host Christopher Wynn. “And sometimes, maybe we’re better off not knowing.” Hollywood actor Stephen Tobolowsky — yes, “Needle-Nose Ned” from the Bill Murray comedy Groundhog Day and the washed-up music teacher in Glee — has a hidden talent, an unexplainable talent. It has changed his life in way…

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S2 Ep1: The Mysterious Sound of Nighttime 7:55

2y ago7:55

7:55

“I don’t know how else to say this, but I was kind of a weird kid …” Indeed. Host Christopher Wynn digs into his “shoebox of cassette tapes” for this special mini-episode to try and explain his fixation with sound, his love of all things strange and why he grew up to become a professional storyteller and make this podcast. Also, there’s a séance. A…

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On San Marco Square 2:18

4y ago2:18

2:18

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Michael Dodds on Music Composition and Scholarship 30:32

5+ y ago30:32

30:32

Dr. Michael Dodds and Professor Carol were formerly colleagues at Southern Methodist University. Dr. Dodds is now professor of music history at University of North Carolina School of the Arts and a frequent contributor to Professor Carol's courses. In Part Two of this interview we have a wide-ranging discussion of Michael's work as a composer and c…

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Music of the Spheres and Narnia 23:10

5+ y ago23:10

23:10

Dr. Michael Dodds and Professor Carol were formerly colleagues at Southern Methodist University. Dr. Dodds is now professor of music history at University of North Carolina School of the Arts and a frequent contributor to Professor Carol's courses. In a conversation over dinner about childhood books, Michael raised some intriguing aspects of C.S. L…

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LEATHER E6: May The Best Man Win 55:09

6y ago55:09

55:09

11 contestants fight for the title of Mr. Los Angeles Leather 2018. But only one will win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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LEATHER E5: Ben 20:06

6y ago20:06

20:06

Ben has a love story that sounds like it’s straight out of a R-rated Disney movie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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LEATHER E4: Pup Yoshi 17:39

6y ago17:39

17:39

Meet contestant Yoshi: a gold star gay, he's in a polyamorous relationship with his husband, and he's the only Asian American competing this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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LEATHER E3: Jose 17:56

6y ago17:56

17:56

A profile episode of contestant Jose: a National Guard veteran and father of two. Jose’s an advocate for more Latinos becoming involved in the leather community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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LEATHER E2: Spike 15:47

6y ago15:47

15:47

Spike says he can kick your ass and do your makeup. He's one of the contestants vying for the title of Mr. LA Leather 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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LEATHER E1: Mr. L.A. Leather 2018 24:32

6y ago24:32

24:32

11 contestants fight for the title of Mr. Los Angeles Leather 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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LEATHER: Season Two Trailer 1:41

6y ago1:41

1:41

The Competition returns on September 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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Interview with Greg Wilbur 15:21

7y ago15:21

15:21

Gregory Wilbur is Chief Musician at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, TN, as well as Dean and Senior Fellow of New College Franklin—a Christian liberal arts college that he helped to start. He enjoys discipling students and walking them through classics of literature, film, and music. He earned his Masters in Music Composition at the Uni…

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2017 Season, Ep. 7: Alisa Weilerstein, Van Cliburn Winner, Cast of Damnation of Faust 1:01:14

7y ago1:01:14

1:01:14

For the final "High Notes" of the 2017 season, AMFS President and CEO Alan Fletcher is joined by star cellist and Aspen alumna Alisa Weilerstein; 2017 Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Yekwon Sunwoo; and the cast of Berlioz's "Damnation of Faust," which will close the AMFS season this Sunday. Recorded live in Aspen on August 16, 2017.…

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2017 Season, Ep. 6: Augustin Hadelich, Marie-Elisabeth Hecker, and Martin Helmchen 58:58

7+ y ago58:58

58:58

The newly formed piano trio of violinist Augustin Hadelich, cellist Marie-Elisabeth Hecker, and pianist Martin Helmchen join AMFS President and CEO Alan Fletcher for a discussion in advance of the group's recital as part of the 2017 AMFS season. Recorded live in Aspen on August 9, 2017.By Aspen Music Festival and School

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PIANO E11: And The Winner Is... 59:52

7+ y ago59:52

59:52

11. And The Winner Is... by The Competition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E10: The Top 6 55:12

7+ y ago55:12

55:12

The top 12 contestants compete for the 6 spots in the final round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E9: The Quarterfinals 45:40

7+ y ago45:40

45:40

The top 20 contestants compete for 12 spots in the 15th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in Fort Worth, Texas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E8: The Preliminary Round 43:17

7+ y ago43:17

43:17

The top 30 contestants compete for 20 spots in the 15th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in Fort Worth, Texas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E7: The Nerves Are Kicking In 18:04

7+ y ago18:04

18:04

The competition is a couple weeks away and the contestants are feeling the pressure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E6: Do You Want To Be A Pianist? 16:23

7+ y ago16:23

16:23

Our last profile piece of one of the Top 30 contestants in this year's Cliburn Competition. Meet Rachel Kudo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E5: Wear Your Pretty Dresses 14:22

7+ y ago14:22

14:22

Sun-A Park is another pianist who made it into the Top 30. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E4: The Youngest One In The Room 16:31

7+ y ago16:31

16:31

Daniel Hsu is 19 years-old and is one of the youngest contestants in the 2017 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E3: The First Cut 15:20

7+ y ago15:20

15:20

Who made the first cut from 146 pianists to 30? Martin Leung? Jaemin Shin? Lindsay Garritson? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E2: Last Chance 23:42

7+ y ago23:42

23:42

These three contestants have one last chance to compete in The Cliburn before they age out of the competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO E1: The Stakes 17:59

8y ago17:59

17:59

How do you "make it" in the classical music world? Well, entering competitions is one of the only ways to get noticed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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PIANO: Season One Trailer 2:44

8y ago2:44

2:44

The Competition begins on February 9. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Competition

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S1 Ep3: Atlas Obscura shares strange stories from around the world 43:11

8y ago43:11

43:11

In a 'Strange' collaboration with Atlas Obscura, the online magazine about the world's hidden wonders, Atlas’ David Plotz, Joshua Foer, Dylan Thuras and Ella Morton share weird, true tales from across the globe. You’ll hear about the Japanese monks who mummified themselves while still alive; and the deep, booby-trapped pit on Nova Scotia’s Oak Isla…

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Orthodox Church in Weimar 5:30

8y ago5:30

5:30

The Russian Orthodox church in Weimar, Germany is so small it would fit inside a typical lecture room at a university. It was built in 1860 to be the burial site of the Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna, a Russian princess, the granddaughter of Catherine the Great. Listen as Professor Carol explains how architecture tells an important story in the histo…

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S1 Ep2: A Dallas murder solved, stalker in the woods of Austin, dark forces in Whitley Strieber's NYC apartment, the Cliburn curse, the Seattle shooter 52:32

8y ago52:32

52:32

Mom-turned-private-investigator Sheila Wysocki helps solve her friend’s murder after a shocking twist. Former Hollywood digital-effects artist Russell Koonce is stalked by a maniac on a lonely Austin road. Whitley Strieber, the best-selling author of 'The Hunger' and 'Communion,' faces unexplained forces in his Manhattan apartment. Music critic Sco…

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An Interview With Peter Mooz Part 4 12:45

8+ y ago12:45

12:45

This is our 4th engaging talk with Art Historian and Museum Curator, Peter Mooz. Today we talk about Edward Hopper - the painter and his legacy. Why does his strong following endure? What is it about this exquisite renderer that people "get?" What did he focus on in his paintings? View a video hangout with Dr. Mooz and Professor Carol here: https:/…

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Dr. Peter Mooz Part 3 15:45

8+ y ago15:45

15:45

How do you foster a love for the arts in children? What if you do not live close to "big City" resources? Dr. Peter Mooz gives some practical pointers for building a rich appreciation for art and history.

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Professor Carol Speaks with Dr. Peter Mooz (Continued) 12:45

8+ y ago12:45

12:45

Another fascinating discussion with art historian Dr. PeterMooz. Dr. Mooz talks about the art of Edward Hopper and the impactit carries. For more on art history and culture, visit www.professorcarol.com. Thereyou will find free courses, Art History forums, and premium coursesfor high school or continuing education.…

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S1 Ep1: The Boston Strangler, Manson's 'creepy-crawling,' the night fisherman, 'Welcome to Night Vale's' Jeffrey Cranor 24:00

8+ y ago24:00

24:00

In this debut episode, four Texans tell their true stories about an encounter with the strange. Author Virginia Savage McAlester reveals for the first time her chilling brush with the Boston Strangler. Investigative journalist Jeff Guinn takes us “creepy-crawling” with Charles Manson’s deranged Family. Novelist Merritt Tierce meets a very personal …

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Professor Carol Podcast - Bill Arthur Interview 17:18

8+ y ago17:18

17:18

Professor Carol speaks with Bloomberg journalist, Bill Arthur.

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Art as the Crown of Civilization 12:43

9y ago12:43

12:43

Is art an elective? Dr. Peter Mooz talks about the ways children come to know art. And he says no, rather than an elective, art is the greatest expression of a civilization. An artist uses his knowledge of technology, economics, philosophy, theology, and anatomy to tell us about his world. Children are able to put themselves in the viewer/artist re…

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Religion in American Painting: An Interview with Dr. Peter Mooz. 23:45

9y ago23:45

23:45

Art Historian Peter Mooz discusses his new book “Religion in American Painting.” Although artists after the Renaissance gravitated to more secular themes, Dr. Mooz explains that American painters have been painting religion from the time of the first documented American painting in 1663 to today. Dr. Mooz explores the ways 19th-century artists like…

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Professor Carol Podcast - Jim Weiss Part 2 30:45

9y ago30:45

30:45

Professor Carol speaks with Jim Weiss in Part 2 of their informal discussion from Jim Weiss' studio.

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Storytelling And The Arts 19:35

9y ago19:35

19:35

Visiting Randy and Jim Weiss is always the best fun! This time I was able to join Jim in his studio to record two podcasts on storytelling and the arts. This is episode 1. More will be up on my website soon (at www. professorcaro.com). Meanwhile if you haven't stocked up on his wonderful CDs, you'll find them in a new place these days, at peacehill…

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Salute to Army Ensembles 23:33

11y ago23:33

23:33

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Podcast Sample 3:43

11+ y ago3:43

3:43

This series of brief clips will give you a flavor of Professor Carol's audio podcasts with Carol's unique perspective, interviews with composers and performers, and musical examples.

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Music and Hardware 9:16

13+ y ago9:16

9:16

Elliott’s Hardware, a favorite institution in Dallas and a long-time sponsor of The Dallas Wind Symphony, inspires people to create things. Composer-in-Residence John Gibson is no exception. His latest composition, “Man Dreams in Hardware,” is played on instruments constructed from items found on the shelves at Elliott’s. Imagine the Sawsaphone, th…