Keep Classical Weird

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In the Keep Classical Weird podcast, host Casey Bozell explores all manner of kooky, mysterious and outlandish oddities associated with the wide world of classical music - all from her homebase in Portland, Oregon, a city celebrated for its culture and its eccentricity. Join Casey and some entertaining friends each week for a light-hearted and joyful look at why weirdness in classical music is part of what makes this art form so special.

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Episode 68: Julian Perkins

Jul 14 2023 42 mins

The ever delightful Indiana Jones of early music (it’s true, someone said that on the internet) joins Casey for a chat about the upcoming Portland Baroque Orchestra season. Ever wonder “why Baroque?” Not to fret - Julian Perkins answers that too!Support the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-classical-weird.myshopify.comFacebook: @

Episode 67: Impromptu

Jul 07 2023 66 mins

Sophia and Casey review another film centered around classical music! Will this one go over better? Only one way to find out! Support the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-classical-weird.myshopify.comFacebook: @keepclassicalweirdpodcastInstagram: @keepclassicalweirdEmail: [email protected]

Episode 66: Not Dead Composers featuring An-Ting

Dec 16 2022 36 mins

Taiwanese-born and London-based composer An-Ting Chang is on the pod! Hear her talk about her journey through her musical identity, personal identity, and how the pandemic helped her push forward as a composer.Oh, and there are ping pong balls!https://youtu.be/5QE6kOOPlpEAn-Ting's stuff, including her album "Songs from My Room" can be found here:Spotify: https://open

Episode 65: Highlights from YMA Live 2022

Sep 09 2022 34 mins

We have arrived! It’s a whole episode of amazing highlights from Keep Classical Weird’s second live event at YMA!If you’d like access to relive the full event, bop on over to patreon.com/keepclassicalweird and consider becoming a subscriber! Your contribution helps keep the show running!Support the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: kee

Episode 64: Reed Making with Ryan

Sep 02 2022 56 mins

Ryan Zwahlen is back! Learn about the time commitment, the financial commitment, and the creative commitment required for double reed making. Perhaps learn why your oboe and bassoon friends are just... like that.Have a question or comment? Complaint, even? Shoot an email to [email protected]. I read and respond to every single one! Support the showSupport the show here!P

The Cannon Fundraiser Episode!

May 20 2022 80 mins

Hi, friends! I’m re-releasing an extended version of my live podcast taping at YMA from last summer with a very specific reason - I am raising money for a t-shirt cannon! Visit http://bit.ly/kcwcannon to go straight to the fundraiser to make a donation! Every little bit gets us closer! Support the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-cla

Episode 63: Method Sampling with JooWan Kim

May 13 2022 27 mins

Founder of Ensemble Mik Nawooj, JooWan Kim joins Casey for a discussion on hiphop, classical, and how to merge the two with method sampling. Support the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-classical-weird.myshopify.comFacebook: @keepclassicalweirdpodcastInstagram: @keepclassicalweirdEmail: [email protected]

Episode 62: The Reason I Don’t Write Fugues

May 06 2022 42 mins

It’s the episode all about fugues! They are some of the most complicated compositional art forms out there, and Michael Gesme is here to gush all about how cool they are.Support the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-classical-weird.myshopify.comFacebook: @keepclassicalweirdpodcastInstagram: @keepclassicalweirdEmail: keepclassicalweird

Episode 61: Classical Music on TikTok with Jimmie Rogers

Feb 11 2022 26 mins

Amazing band director and content creator Jimmie Rogers talks TikTok and the state of music education.He’s a great follow if you’re a Tokker. @jimm3erzSupport the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-classical-weird.myshopify.comFacebook: @keepclassicalweirdpodcastInstagram: @keepclassicalweirdEmail: [email protected]

Episode 60: So You Want to See the Symphony

Jan 21 2022 11 mins

Sometimes seeing a symphony orchestra concert can be mysterious. Casey guides you through what to expect from a night at the symphony.All music examples from musopen.orgSupport the showSupport the show here!Patreon: www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweirdShop: keep-classical-weird.myshopify.comFacebook: @keepclassicalweirdpodcastInstagram: @keepclassicalweirdEmail: keepclassicalweird@gm