Classical Guitar Composers Podcast

In this episode I talk about that time someone asked John Cage a question regarding flatulence. I also talk about an upcoming concert I've bought tickets to. The show ends with my latest composition.

In this episode I discuss a new technique for overcoming recording difficulties, why staff paper makes me angry, and come to terms with Halloween Kills. The episode ends with a great piece by Fadi Rachid.

In this episode I discuss why you shouldn't keep your guitar in the case, my thoughts on the Jerry Garcia casting, and my feelings on the "music" of John Cage.  The episode ends with 12 Studies by Martin Slater.

In this episode, I discuss music in the works, neighbor problems, and we revisit music by Daniel Ainsworth. I am then joined by Jeremy Showgren and Parker Robinson for a special discussion on Friday the 13th movies.

In this episode, I discuss music in the works, neighbor problems, and we revisit music by Daniel Ainsworth. I am then joined by Jeremy Showgren and Parker Robinson for a special discussion on Friday the 13th movies.

In this short episode, I talk about saying goodbye to the beloved family dog, and debate names for a fishing boat. We cap off the episode with music by Oliver Waterman. 

In episode 32 I discuss my latest approach to composing and overcoming writer's block. Topics also include some recent horror movies I've seen and how Grateful Dead music belongs on the classical guitar. The show caps off with 2 great pieces by Jared S. Coffin.

In this episode I'm pleased to be joined by guitarist and luthier, Kristian Heim to discuss all things classical guitar building. The episode features music by Kristian Heim and Freya Shaw.

In this episode I'm pleased to be joined by guitarist and luthier, Kristian Heim to discuss all things classical guitar building. The episode features music by Kristian Heim and Freya Shaw.

Topics include unapologetic love for the Grateful Dead, and classical guitar reference on a tv show, and home recording setup. The show finishes with 3 pieces by Etienne de Lavaulx.

Topics include greatest hits albums, worst hits albums, and what brings any good concert to a screeching halt. The show closes with 2 pieces by Martin Slater.

Topics include memorization, pieces that are more enjoyable to play than listen to, and some classical guitar hiding in a cinematic masterpiece. The show concludes with fantastic music by Bob Wilson.

In this episode I discuss 2 musical forms that I struggle to compose in, and then talk about Sliders (not the Duane Allman kind). I close the show with an old recording of one of my first compositions for guitar.

A listener offers another movie featuring classical guitar, I talk about how much I hated The Craft: Legacy, and we finish with excellent music from Bob Wilson and Freya Shaw.

Topics include an amazing gift from a listener, more and writers block, and we finish off with music by Daniel Ainsworth.

Topics include children's recital etiquette, writer's block, Danglers in Italy, and more on Julian Bream. Did Julian have a stalker? The episode concludes with fantastic works by Etienne De Lavaulx.

An episode within an episode. The show features a fall themed collection of guitar pieces, and is then followed by a battle between my friend, Jeremy Showgren and myself to draft the best roster of horror movies. Spoiler alert: I destroy him.

An episode within an episode. The show features a fall themed collection of guitar pieces, and is then followed by a battle between my friend, Jeremy Showgren and myself to draft the best roster of horror movies. Spoiler alert: I destroy him.

In this episode, I mention the first horror movie I ever saw, discuss the benefits of having a mean violin teacher, and read a ghostly email. Not a lot of guitar talk in this episode, but it's made up for with some fantastic compositions by Etienne de Lavaulx.

After a few words on the passing of a legend, Julian Bream, Composer and guitarist, Scott Niebauer joins me to discuss a wide range of topics, including his guitar beginnings, the importance of practicing composition, musical influences, and of course, iced tea. We then hear Scott's latest composition, and a great piece from Paul Horn.