Best Gustav Holst Podcasts (2024)

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Gustav Holst (1874-1934) 1:06:07

11d ago1:06:07

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We often think of composers as solitary geniuses, scribbling away at their masterpieces, working alone. But this isn’t always the case. Gustav Holst, most famous for composing The Planets, struggled all his life with neuritis, a condition that made his arms feel like “jelly overcharged with electricity.” It was frequently impossible for him to play…

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Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714-1787) 1:03:11

4d ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Donald Macleod showcases the life and music of Christoph Willibald Gluck Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714-1787) arguably did more to transform opera than any composer of his generation: thinking deeply about how text and music should work together, and trying to strip away fripperies to ensure it was urgent, powerful and arresting. His radical appro…

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First Suite in E-flat for Military Band 5:12

7d ago5:12

5:12

Welcome to the final episode of our three-part series on the extraordinary composer Gustav Holst! If you missed our earlier episodes where we explored Holst’s life and his famous orchestral suite The Planets, be sure to check out those episodes using the links below. In today’s episode, we dive into a different side of Holst’s musical genius—his Fi…

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Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) 1:20:13

18d ago1:20:13

1:20:13

Kate Molleson explores the twists and turns of Schoenberg’s life Is there a more controversial, infamous figure in 20th Century music than Arnold Schoenberg? Arguably no other twentieth-century composer’s ideas have been more influential among composers since, however his music is still neglected and misunderstood by programmers and audiences. Scho…

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The Planets 11:14

21d ago11:14

11:14

Welcome back to Busy Kids Love Music! In this second episode of our three-part series on the incredible composer Gustav Holst, we're diving into one of his most famous and beloved works: The Planets. Whether you're a budding astronomer, a lover of mythology, or a homeschooling student learning about the solar system, this episode offers a fun and f…

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Anton Bruckner (1824-1896) 1:06:56

25d ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Donald Macleod examines Bruckner’s lifelong struggle to become the great composer we know today From our modern perspective, it can be difficult to appreciate why it took so long for Anton Bruckner to be recognised as one of the leading musical voices of the 19th century. His spectacular symphonies regularly pack out concert halls today but his own…

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The Life of Gustav Holst 7:24

1M ago7:24

7:24

Welcome to Busy Kids Love Music, the podcast for busy families and kids who love music and want to learn more about their favorite composers, instruments, and styles of music. I'm your host, Carly Seifert, the creator of Busy Kids Do Piano, and today we are kicking off a special 3-part series on the life and music of the great composer, Gustav Hols…

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Folk Music of Greece 8:14

2M ago8:14

8:14

Welcome to the final episode of our Around the World with Busy Kids Love Music series! Travel with me today as we explore the vibrant and historical folk music of Greece. This summer, we’ve traveled through Zambia, Fiji, Finland, and Argentina, learning about their rich musical traditions. If you missed any episodes, don’t worry – I’ve linked them …

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Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-George (1745-1799) 1:21:28

2M ago1:21:28

1:21:28

Donald Macleod explores the life and work of the 18th century composer Joseph Bologne Donald Macleod explores the life and work of a musician also remarkable for his sporting prowess. Joseph Bologne’s story throws a light on the political turbulence affecting France in the 18th century, and on the legacy of colonialism and slavery. Bologne is celeb…

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Ethel Smyth (1858-1944) 1:05:57

2M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

Donald Macleod explores the world of Ethel Smyth through five love affairs British composer Dame Ethel Smyth was one of the early 20th century’s most original cultural voices. A prodigious musical talent who was best known for her operas, she was a force of nature, an unapologetic eccentric who didn’t suffer fools gladly, and a rule-breaking, trail…

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Folk Music of Argentina 7:33

2M ago7:33

7:33

Welcome to Episode 128 of Busy Kids Love Music! I’m thrilled to bring you the 4th stop of our Around the World series, where we journey to different countries to explore their unique folk music traditions. Today, we immerse ourselves in the vibrant sounds of Argentina! In This Episode: Chacarera: Discover this lively folk style from rural Argentina…

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Silvestre Revueltas (1899-1940) 1:27:14

2M ago1:27:14

1:27:14

Kate Molleson sheds light on the forgotten composer, Silvestre Revueltas Silvestre Revueltas was a blazingly energetic and politically charged musician, a whirlwind of a composer who lived through a time of great political and creative upheaval in Mexico. The French writer André Breton was stunned when he visited the country and found not one unifi…

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Folk Music of Fiji 6:10

3M ago6:10

6:10

Welcome to Episode 127 of Busy Kids Love Music! I’m thrilled to have you join me as we continue our summer series, Around the World with Busy Kids Love Music. So far, we've explored the musical traditions of Zambia and Finland. If you missed those episodes, you can catch up by visiting the links below, where you can also print your passport stamps.…

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Thomas Linley Jnr (1756-1778) 1:20:33

3M ago1:20:33

1:20:33

Donald Macleod shines a light on charming and often enigmatic composer, Thomas Linley Jnr English composer, Thomas Linley the Younger was destined to become one of the brightest musical stars of eighteenth century. No less a person than Mozart, who was also a personal friend, hailed him as a ‘true genius’. Even so, Linley’s life was troubled. He an…

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Richard Strauss (1864-1949) 1:04:34

3M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Donald Macleod explores key figures in Richard Strauss’s life This week, Donald Macleod explores key figures in the life of Richard Strauss, including his librettist, Hugo von Hofmannsthal, his “domineering and difficult, yet devoted” wife, the soprano Pauline de Ahna, his “frenemy” Gustav Mahler as well as Strauss’s uncomfortably close relationshi…

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Folk Music of Finland 7:09

3M ago7:09

7:09

Welcome to another episode of Busy Kids Love Music! In this episode, we continue our fourth annual summer series, Around the World with Busy Kids Love Music, with a journey to Finland. Discover the enchanting musical traditions of this beautiful Scandinavian country, from the mystical sounds of the kantele to the lively tunes of Pelimanni music. In…

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Lou Harrison (1917-2003) 1:15:29

3M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

Donald Macleod explores the life and music of American composer, Lou Harrison Lou Silver Harrison was an American, multi-faceted composer who died in 2003. In his music he explored a synthesis of Asian and Western influences, just intonation, and writing for percussion ensemble. He also involved himself in the arts as a performer, dancer, instrumen…

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Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904 1:09:59

3M ago1:09:59

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Kate Molleson explores five windows onto Dvořák’s soul Antonín Dvořák was one of the most heartfelt tunesmiths in classical music - a man who not only brought the sound of Czech folklore to the world, but also had an indelible impact on the musical nationhood of America. As a character he was sometimes shy, sometimes melancholy, routinely homesick …

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Folk Music of Zambia 8:44

4M ago8:44

8:44

Hello Busy Kids Love Music families! I am so excited to welcome you to the fourth annual summer series of our podcast: Around the World with Busy Kids Love Music! This summer, we’re packing our musical bags and embarking on a journey to explore folk music from different countries, collecting passport stamps along the way. DOWNLOAD YOUR PASSPORT HER…

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Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625) 1:16:27

4M ago1:16:27

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Donald Macleod explores the life and work of Orlando Gibbons Orlando Gibbons’s life throws a light on the political turbulence affecting Britain in the early 17th century. As King James VI and I struggled to establish the concept of British identity, his court was blessed with one of England’s most talented musicians of the time, Orlando Gibbons. M…

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Amanda Maier-Röntgen (1853-1894) 1:03:47

4M ago1:03:47

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Donald Macleod & Dr Jennifer Martyn explore the remarkable, tragic story of gifted violinist and composer, Amanda Maier Amanda Maier was one of the 19th century’s most brilliant musicians, yet whose story was almost lost to history. Born in the small Swedish town of Landskrona, her virtuoso talent at the violin saw her rise to become one of Europe’…

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The Banjo 6:50

4M ago6:50

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Welcome back to Busy Kids Love Music, where we delve into the fascinating world of music and its incredible instruments. Today's episode is dedicated to exploring the unique and versatile banjo, the perfect instrument to learn about during this African-American Music Appreciation Month as it is significant in Black musical traditions of the past an…

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Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908) 48:28

4M ago48:28

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Donald Macleod surveys the life and music of Russian composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov This week, Donald Macleod traverses the dramatic and vivid musical landscapes of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: a vital, fascinating, and perhaps under-appreciated figure in the evolution of the canon of western art music. His life alone was extraordinary: beginning as …

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Prokofiev's Cinderella 7:40

4M ago7:40

7:40

Welcome to the latest episode of Busy Kids Love Music, where we embark on a musical journey into the captivating world of Sergei Prokofiev's ballet masterpiece, "Cinderella." Today we'll dive into the enchanting melodies and unforgettable moments that make this composition a timeless treasure. **Discovering Prokofiev's Ballet Legacy:** Sergei Proko…

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Elizabeth Maconchy (1907-1994) 1:15:12

5M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

Kate Molleson sets out so show us why Elizabeth Maconchy deserves much more of our attention Elizabeth Maconchy is surely the greatest composer of string quartets ever to emerge in the British Isles; and yet her music is often ignored in favour of lesser works by more famous British composers. So says Maconchy’s biographer, Erica Siegel, who joins …

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Gustav Holst Podcasts

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Gustav Holst (1874-1934) 1:06:07

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Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714-1787) 1:03:11

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First Suite in E-flat for Military Band 5:12

1
Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) 1:20:13

1
The Planets 11:14

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Anton Bruckner (1824-1896) 1:06:56

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The Life of Gustav Holst 7:24

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Folk Music of Greece 8:14

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Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-George (1745-1799) 1:21:28

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Ethel Smyth (1858-1944) 1:05:57

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Folk Music of Argentina 7:33

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Silvestre Revueltas (1899-1940) 1:27:14

1
Folk Music of Fiji 6:10

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Thomas Linley Jnr (1756-1778) 1:20:33

1
Richard Strauss (1864-1949) 1:04:34

1
Folk Music of Finland 7:09

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Lou Harrison (1917-2003) 1:15:29

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Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904 1:09:59

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Folk Music of Zambia 8:44

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Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625) 1:16:27

1
Amanda Maier-Röntgen (1853-1894) 1:03:47

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The Banjo 6:50

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Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908) 48:28

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Prokofiev's Cinderella 7:40

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Elizabeth Maconchy (1907-1994) 1:15:12

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