Tag: music
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Micro 52: The Music We Remember – John Williams and the Stories That Stay With Us
Why does movie music stay with us long after the credits roll? Inspired by the documentary on John Williams, this episode looks at how film music doesn’t just enhance stories – it moves us, honors memory, and deepens the human experience.
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Ep. 225: I Heard There Was A Secret Chord – Dr. Daniel Levitin on the Science Behind Music as Medicine (re-run)
In this episode, we’re joined by the renowned Dr. Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist, musician, and bestselling author. We dive into his brand-new book, I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine. Dr. Levitin reveals why he wrote the book, how he chose the title, his definition of music, and this new book’s relationship to…
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Micro 50: Silent Night, Shared Light – The Christmas Truce and Music’s Power to Unite (re-run)
One hundred ten years ago this Christmas Eve, music sparked an unexpected moment of peace on a war-torn battlefield. Hear how a simple carol transformed a battlefield and ushered in peace, connection, and joy. Music has a profound ability to unite, heal, and foster humanity even in the darkest times. May this powerful story of…
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Ep. 223: The Science of Burnout & the Musical Tools That Heal It; with Amelia Nagoski, DMA
Overwhelmed, exhausted, or running on fumes? Discover why burnout happens, how to know when you’re stuck in the stress cycle, and the surprising ways music can help you find your way back to balance.
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Ep. 219: The Hidden Resource for Stress Relief, Connection, and Resilience – How Orchestras Are Quietly Transforming Community Well-Being; with Karen Yair, PhD
Discover how orchestras are stepping into the health and wellness space in powerful ways, building programs that reduce stress, combat loneliness, and support resilience. A new Catalyst Guide from the League of American Orchestras shines a spotlight on this movement. Explore what it means for you, your community, and the future of music.
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Micro 44: Behind the Mic – Answering One of My Most-Asked Questions
Ever wonder which podcast episodes leave the biggest mark – and why? In this micro episode, I reveal the conversations that changed me, the listener question that inspired it, and how music can transform your life, too.