Relative Pitch

In this episode, Detroit Symphony Orchestra Assistant Conductor and Phillip and Lauren Fisher Community Ambassador and Music Director of the Detroit Symphony Youth Orchestra Na'Zir McFadden joins us to chat about his historical appointment and the changes he's making within his community. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relat...

In this episode, we have a conversation with Florida Atlantic University Assistant Professor of Trumpet & Artistic Director of Jazz and Chamber Ensembles Dr. Courtney Jones on gratefulness, mindset, and what it means to “stay in it.” Read more about Dr. Jones at https://cjonestrumpet.com/ #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/r...

In this episode, Assistant Professor of Practice in Flute at University of the Pacific’s Conservatory of Music Dr. Brittany Trotter joins us for the first episode of the new year as we discuss ways she is being intentional as an educator and performer as well as how her upbringing has shaped her career. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.inst...

In our last episode of 2022, we sit down with DMA Wind Conducting student at the University of South Carolina Lia Snead to have a conversation on confidence, being intentional with programming, and connecting with students from different communities. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_...

In this episode, we discuss the side effects we often see accompany rising fame and popularity within the classical music field and within popular culture. We also discuss the importance of the company you keep around you. #keepitrelative

In this episode, we sit down with flutist, social media influencer, and Professor of Flute and Woodwind Area Leader at Tennessee State University Ashley Crawford to discuss her latest successes, including the expansion of the Nashville African American Wind Symphony and presenting at the National Flute Association Convention. Read about Ashley at https://www.ashleytheflutist.com . #flutebae #keepi...

In this episode we chat with UT Austin Wind Conducting DMA candidate Weston Lewis and LSU Music Education PhD candidate Christopher Song about their presentation "Mythbusters" and how they are deconstructing the myths surrounding diversity in the classical music field. Read about Weston and Chris below. And, as always, #KeepItRelative. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast In...

In this episode, we discuss an array of topics that are sore spots for us for different reasons. These topics include education, DEI Initiatives, and how to deal with colleagues. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI ... Appl...

In this episode, we have a conversation with Liz Love, Director of Bands at Leander Middle School, and Robert Selaiden, composer, arranger and Former Director of Bands at Leander High School, about what it means to be genuine and balanced on and off the podium. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www...

In this week's episode, Director of Athletic Bands at Western Carolina University Dr. Jack Eaddy joins us for a conversation surrounding the need for community and connection within music education. #keepitrelative -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/s...

In this episode, we discuss the the side effects we see arising as equity efforts are pushed within the music community. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitchpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website: relativepitchpod...

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In this week's episode, we sit down to have a conversation with Dr. Devan L. Moore, Assistant Director of Bands and Assistant Director of the Cowboy Marching Band at Oklahoma State University. We chat about her dissertation, #thechocolatemeastra, the struggles and nuances of navigating the music education field as a black woman, and what representation actually means. #keepitrelative Dr. Moore Inf...

In this week's episode, we discuss the current state of education and speak on what it means to have passion. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Website: relativepitchpodcast.com

In the first episode of the third season, we give an update on where we all are now and have an in-depth discussion on where the classical music field is and where it should be heading. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEI... Apple Music: https:/...

In this episode, we wrap up our second season and chat about the state of education and our hopes for the future. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEIbMcgjb3w4gsydQN Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relative-pitch/id1534509637 W...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Associate Professor of Tuba and Euphonium at East Tennessee State University and chat about queer representation in the music field, pioneers of queer music, and their background in biology. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.sp...

In this episode, Louisiana State University Tiger Marching Band Director Dr. Kelvin Jones joins us in a conversation on his roots, HBCUs, and his work at LSU. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEIbMcgjb3w4gsydQN Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple...

In this episode, we welcome Atlanta native and composer Marie Antoinette Douglas to the show to discuss her background, musical inspirations, and how she found her compositional voice. How to contact Marie Douglas down below!! https://www.marieadouglas.com/ https://www.instagram.com/marie douglas music/ -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relati...

In this week’s episode, we break down our thoughts on this year’s Grammy Awards in addition to other topics swirling around the music field. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEIbMcgjb3w4gsydQN Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/re...

In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of competitions and comparison within education and careers. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEIbMcgjb3w4gsydQN Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relative-pitch/id1534509637 Website:...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of community and what community means to us as individuals and as a whole.

In this episode, Director of Contemporary Commercial Music at the University of South Florida Kenrick Wagner joins us for a conversation on implementing popular music into music education, his organization Project Gametime, and more! -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open....

In this week's episode, we discuss the importance and the dangers of perspectives within educational and career decisions, the new Emmitt Till Opera, and LGBTQ+ awareness. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: www.facebook.com/relativepitchpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/relativepitch_ Twitter: www.twitter.com/relativepitch_ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sIViEIbMcgjb3w4gsydQN Apple Music: https://p...

TRIGGER WARNING: This week on Relative Pitch, we get real. In Season 2 Episode 20, we discuss the double edged sword of commissions, discomfort in musical spaces, and composer Julius Eastman and his most controversial works. There are some explicit/derogatory words used within our discussions but more importantly are the depth of conversations we have. Make sure to tune in. -- SOCIALS: Facebook: w...