Notes from the Stage

Laurent Grillet-Kim has been the Principal Violist of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra since 2014. We discuss the adventure of moving to North America from France, one of Laurent’s favourite books, and his new job in Lille. The music in this episode is from L’étranger by Nidhal Jebali, performed by Laurent Grillet-Kim and pianist Isaac Friedoff. Find out more at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.c...

Arthur Bachmann has played viola in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra for 39 years, and is retiring at the end of the ‘24-’25 season. We discuss Arthur’s work as a composer, his children’s piece ‘A Paintbrush for Piccolo’, and some favourite memories from his career. The music in this episode is two works by Arthur Bachmann: ‘The Darkling Thrush’, performed by pianist Akiko Tominaga and Adam Zina...

Genevieve Micheletti plays violin in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and is Co-Artistic Director of Calgary’s own Kensington Sinfonia. We discuss working with living composers, some of the realities of being a musician while also being a parent, and Candy Club. The music in this episode is from ‘Saturn, still returning’ by Broxson, performed by Kensington Sinfonia led by Genevieve Micheletti,...

Jeremy Bauman plays viola in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss the singular personality of the viola, meditation, and bread baking. The music in this episode is ‘American Haiku’ by Paul Wiancko, performed by Jeremy Bauman and David Morrissey. Find out more about us at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca/.../s1e11-jeremy-bauman

Jeongah Choi joins the first violin section of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra this season. We discuss her artistic upbringing, the effect of a thrilling live performance, and the profound meaning that music can have in people’s lives. The music in this episode is Paganini’s Caprice No. 13, performed by Jeongah Choi. Find out more about us at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca

Nikki LaBonte plays Principal Horn in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss the idea of talent, the similarities between musicians and athletes, and Batman. The music in this episode is Enchanted Forest by Karen Tanaka, performed by Nikki Labonte and pianist Priscilla Yuen. Find out more about us at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca

Kristofer Leslie plays Assistant Principal Trombone on the Calgary Philharmonic orchestra. We discuss section playing, teaching styles, and Jingle Bones! Find out more about Jingle Bones YYC 2024 at https://www.facebook.com/events/s/jingle-bones-yyc/3820430268272399/?mibextid=RQdjqZ The music in this episode is from the First Trombone Quartet by Saskia Apon, performed by the quartet Sauce Rocket a...

Kathleen de Caen plays cello in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss her new role as a host of pre-concert chats at CPO concerts, and what it’s like being in an orchestra marriage. The music in this episode is the Hungarian Rhapsody by David Popper, performed by Kathleen de Caen and pianist Janet Scott Hoyt. Find out more about us at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca

Peter Clark joins the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra this season playing Second Horn. We discuss his Alberta home, learning strategies, and his varied musical activities. Peter also asks me about my own CD recording. The music in this episode is The Log Driver’s Waltz by Wade Hemsworth, arranged and performed by Peter Clark, and Reckless by Peter’s band Showbiz. Find out more about us at http://ww...

Emily Melendes is the new Principal Harpist of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Emily gives us an orientation on the realities of the instrument, as well as discussing books and dogs. The music in this episode is the Scarlatti Sonata in E minor no. 198, performed by Emily Melendes. Find out more about us at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca

James Scott plays principal trombone in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss some of the orchestra’s history, the music of Anton Bruckner, dogs, and more. The music in this episode is from the Divertimento by Boris Blacher, performed live in a 2015 recital by James Scott and Adam Zinatelli. Find out more about us at http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca

Matt Heller plays double bass in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra and is currently the president of the Calgary Musicians Association. We discuss summer festivals, literature, travelling with a bass, and more. The music in this episode was performed by Matt Heller at this summer’s Mountain View International Festival of Song and Chamber Music: Kicho by Astor Piazzola with pianist Charles Foreman...

Maria van der Sloot is the violinist in Land’s End Ensemble, and plays first violin in the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss her musical family, contemporary music, the concert listening experience, and more. The music in this episode is from Land’s End Ensemble’s new recording of Vincent Ho’s Gryphon Realms and John Corigliano’s Mr. Tambourine Man , available on all major platforms. Find...

Diana Cohen is the Concertmaster of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. We discuss communication in the orchestra, being part of a musical family, the upcoming CPO season, and more. http://www.calgaryphilmusicians.ca

Welcome to Notes from the Stage, an independent production of the Musicians of the Calgary Philharmonic. Learn what the show is about here. The music in this episode is 'Slyly Shaking Up the Status Quo' from 'Legacy' by Jeffrey Ryan. Listen to Adam Zinatelli's recording at https://leaf-music.lnk.to/lm282, and learn more about the piece at https://jeffreyryan.com/works/chamber-1-2-players/legacy.