Music Talks
Music Talks is an English-speaking podcast specialized in the field of classical music and opera. As such, Music Talks is a podcast selected by soclassiq, like The Mind Over Finger Podcast or Classical Breakdown and many others. The oldest episode indexed by soclassiq is dated 2019-05-20. Since then, a total of 431 episodes have been recorded and broadcast by Music Talks.
Music Talks activity
With 12 articles published in the last 90 days, Music Talks is currently a not very active podcast. "Not very active" does not mean that Music Talks is less interesting than another more prolific source. Each media follows a specific editorial line, recording and broadcasting according to its own rhythm.
This editorial activity is increasing compared to the previous period.
The last episode in Music Talks, "Jizhong Sheng-guan Music: Field Music concert", is dated 2024-03-22. By 2023, this podcast had published 41 episodes (11 since the beginning of 2024).
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2024-03-22 10:19:00
Duration (h:m:s): 27:01
The Jizhong Sheng-guan Music, a traditional genre prevalent in the Jizhong Plain region of China has been playing an important role in the people's lives for centuries. Its instrumentation, performance styles, and historical background established its distinctive status in folk activities and ceremonies.
2024-03-15 09:17:00
Duration (h:m:s): 28:41
The sound of Di, echoing through imperial courts and bustling marketplaces alike, has weaved melodies that transcended time and still resonate with collective memories of generations. The mellifluous tones of the Xiao, melting into the serene landscapes and through ancient pavilions, evoke a beauty that mirrors the soulful tranquility of traditional Chinese ink paintings.
2024-03-08 08:29:00
Duration (h:m:s): 27:01
The Erhu, with only two strings, has the power to express a thousand emotions and a myriad of styles. From its origins as an accompaniment, the Erhu has evolved into a solo instrument, transitioning from folk traditions to the grand stages of classical music. Its versatile repertoire showcases remarkable singing qualities and narrative depth, playing a crucial role in preserving …
2024-03-01 09:24:00
Duration (h:m:s): 27:44
The Bili is a Chinese double-reed wind instrument with a history dating back to ancient dynasties. Discover its distinctive mellow yet piercing timbre, exploring its unique cylindrical bore that sets it apart in the realm of traditional Chinese music. Join us on a musical odyssey as we unravel the cultural significance of the Bili, its role in various regional traditions, …
2024-02-23 08:58:00
Duration (h:m:s): 26:56
The trapezoidal Yangqin is a Chinese hammered dulcimer, most likely derived from the Iranian Ssantur or the European Ddulcimer. After evolving for hundreds of years, now with its unmistakable timbre of bamboo and steel, it brings the impressive sound of a traditional Chinese instrument to modern musical works.
2024-02-16 02:00:00
Duration (h:m:s): 26:33
The Spring Festival is commonly believed to be the most important among Chinese people. Out of all kinds of celebrations, music is the most indispensable. In this special edition of Music Talks, we appreciate several ensembles of traditional Chinese instrumental music that are popular and usually played during the Spring Festival, and learn about the stories behind the composition.
2024-02-09 02:00:00
Duration (h:m:s): 26:36
The Suona is a traditional Chinese instrument that is played by blowing into a double-reed, through a mouth piece and then through the wooden body. Known for its extremely penetrating sound and distinctively northern flavor, the Chinese Suona is an instrument that has the ability to instinctively take the lead of all other instruments when played. Today, the Suona can …
2024-01-26 09:44:00
Duration (h:m:s): 26:37
The Ruan is a lute with four strings, a fretted neck, and is similar to the Pipa. The Ruan existed about 2000 years ago in the Western Jin Dynasty. This episode walks us through the history of the Ruan, telling stories about its origin, and explores how it combines tradition with new ideas.
2024-01-19 08:24:00
Duration (h:m:s): 27:01
Nanyin music is an ancient art form with a lineage of more than a thousand years surviving political, social and cultural change. It has been able to incorporate new influences, stay relevant to changing audiences yet maintain its ancient legacy. In 2009, China successfully championed for UNESCO designation of Nanyin as intangible cultural assets.
2024-01-12 03:51:00
Duration (h:m:s): 27:01
The Konghou is an ancient Chinese harp. It was once one of the most popular musical instruments in China but became extinct sometime in the Ming Dynasty. Now in the 20th Century, it has been revived in the shape of a double bridge harp. This modern version of the instrument barely resembles its ancient form, but has a shape similar …