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Moveable Do

Steve Danielson

Composer and conductor Steve Danielson interviews other living composers to learn about their journeys, successes, and learning experiences. Each episode features an interview with the composers about their lives plus a review of 4 of their pieces (including audio!). To become a guest, or to suggest one, email moveabledo@gmail.com.

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01:11:52

Naomi LaViolette

Moveable Do ·

2024/11/12

You will have lot of fun listening to this interview with versatile composer Naomi LaViolette. She talks about the blessing and curse of having perfect pitch and some of the amazing blessings and experiences accompanying the Oregon Repertory Singers for 20 years! And, if she could learn a skill or talent instantly, what would it be? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: Clouds in My Mind Night of Silence Sunrise Winter Solstice For more information about Naomi

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00:39:07

Faith Zimmer

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2024/11/05

This week, we take a trip through visual art and illustration, poetry, lyric writing, music, and faith with the versatile Faith Zimmer. Along her journey, Faith shares lessons learned from studying with Charles Anthony Silvestri and Alice Parker (though not at the same time!). And if Faith could explore underwater or outer space, where would she go? Find out on Moveable Do Pieces featured on this episode: The Reborn Sun Travelin' Shoes I'll Fly Away Laus Trinitati For more information about Faith

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01:15:15

Henry Vega

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2024/10/29

Bend your ear into the world of electronic music with composer Henry Vega. He talks with Steve about how he got into electronic music, what excites him about the future of electronic music, and advice for young composers wanting to follow the same path. He shares some of his most exciting projects and collaborations. And, if Henry could write theme music for a fictional character, who would he choose? All this and more on this week's episode of Moveable Do.Pieces featured on this episode: ⁠Izumi⁠

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00:52:13

David Klement

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2024/10/22

David Klement, Director of Choral Activities at the University of Idaho, joins Moveable Do this week. He talks about his beginning musical career as a boy chorister and all that entails - including a special award! He also shares how his training as a choral conductor has influenced his composing. And, if David could live in a fictional world, where would he choose? All this and more this week on Moveable Do. Pieces featured on this episode: Sea Dreams Trilogy ⁠Sing a Song of Sixpence⁠

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00:46:29

Brittney Benton

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2024/10/15

This week, Moveable Do is joined by Brittney Benton, a masters student at the Yale School of Music. Brittney and Steve talk about her musical journey and offer advice for other emerging composers. How does she face challenges in her career? What about writer's block? And if she had to write a book tomorrow, what would she write? Check it out on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: ⁠Lullaby for Trees Invitation to Love Memories, from Only in Dreams The Sentinel For more information about

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01:11:33

Alvez Barkoskie IV

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2024/10/08

Steve gets the chance to sit down with composer and organist, Alvez Barkoskie IV, to talk about creativity and inspiration. Plus, a fascinating discussion of the organ works from William Lloyd Webber, Sir Andrew's father. And if Alvez had $10 million, what would he spend it on? All this and more on Moveable Do. Pieces featured on this episode: Pedals, Pipes, and PercussionThe Jesus PrayerFive Bagatelles for Brass Quintet“Nocturne” from Nocturne and Prelude, Waltz and Rumba For more information

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01:03:19

Stacey Philipps

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2024/10/01

Join composer Stacey Philipps this week on Moveable Do for a riveting discussion about music, math, culinary arts and more! We get a chance to talk about her two books of rounds and about how to write your own. Plus, a very thoughtful answer to the question, "What is your favorite color?" All this and more on Moveable Do. Pieces featured on this episode: ⁠Sudden Light⁠ ⁠Velvet Shoes⁠ ⁠Witch Trial⁠ ⁠Hidden in the grey, bending sky⁠⁠ For more information about Stacey Philpps and her

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01:05:44

Raindrop New Music

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2024/09/24

This week, Moveable Do welcomes the three composers from Raindrop New Music, a collective made up of three Northwest composers: Drew Swatosh, Carolyn Quick, and Lisa Neher. They talk about the endeavors and as a collective. Which one of them has a penchant for text? Which one is interested in writing for trans and non-binary voices? And which one is a maestro of wacky noises? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: ⁠Three Basho Haiku, by Lisa Neher O Fire, by Carolyn

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00:52:42

Sarah McMahill

Moveable Do ·

2024/09/17

Steve has an educational experience this week as he chats with composer, Sarah McMahill. They talk about Sarah's work as a Wellness Weaver - myofascial massage therapist, enneagram teacher, and composer/multi-media artist. Sarah explains how all these areas of their life intersect and combine. And, where would Sarah travel to given the choice? Join us this week on Moveable Do for the answer to this question and more! Pieces featured on this episode: I Honor the Place in You Teddy Bear in

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01:04:55

Jane Kozhevnikova

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2024/09/10

This week, Steve chats with composer, Jane Kozhevnikova. They talk about growing up and learning music in Russia - even getting into jazz! They dive into her interest in texts and what to do when you have a severe writer's block. Also, who do you think Jane would like to have lunch with from any person in the past? Find out this week on Moveable Do! Pieces featured on this episode: Unbroken: The Anthemic Life of Milada Horakova Let Them Be Found With the Passing of Time Jumping Like

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01:08:26

Daniel Gawthrop

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2024/09/03

To start off Season 8 with style, Steve talks to multi-faceted composer and wonderful story teller, Daniel Gawthrop. They talk about his many moves across the country that have informed his creative process. We also take a dive into his creative process and how he approaches the blank manuscript. And what hobbies does he enjoy when he's taking a music break? Pieces featured on this episode: ⁠Break Forth Into Singing⁠ O Shepherd of Israel ⁠Sing Me To Heaven⁠ ⁠It Is Good to Sing Praises⁠ To

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00:06:20

Season 8 - Intro/Preview

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2024/08/27

The hiatus is over! Steve is back with an introduction and preview of Season 8. How will a formatting change and focus shift affect the show? Join us for the official season launch on Tuesday, September 3, 2025!Connect With Us! Email: ⁠moveabledo@gmail.com⁠ Website (New!): ⁠MoveableDo.com⁠ Support: ⁠Patreon⁠ Facebook: ⁠Page⁠, ⁠Listener's Group⁠ Instagram: ⁠@moveable_do_podcast⁠ LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Dad Jokes Merch: ⁠website⁠ ACDA Podcast: ⁠on Spotify⁠ Ja Som, Ja Mozem (I Am, I Can):

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01:51:33

Episode #100 - Composer Extravaganza!!

Moveable Do ·

2024/01/16

To wrap up season seven of Moveable Do, Steve celebrates 100 episodes. You'll hear greetings and updates from 19 former guests - of course including new recordings of their music. Steve also counts down and shares clips from the top 5 episodes of Moveable Do according to listener downloads.In addition to the amazing music and people you'll hear, Steve also talks about and shares the piece that you've heard as the intro music this season, "Oh Call Him Back to Me." Thank you to

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01:06:18

Brett Stewart

Moveable Do ·

2024/01/09

For Episode #99 of Moveable Do, we talk with Dr. Brett Stewart, the co-founder, conductor, and composer-in-residence of the Millennial Choirs and Orchestras. We talk about MCO as well as growing up in California, Brett's teenage music tastes, and his major influences. Pieces featured on this episode, "The New Colossus" from To Be American, "Precious Savior, Dear Redeemer," "Jesús Nasciera (Ríu, Ríu, Chíu)," and "And the Holy One of Israel Must Reign" from

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00:44:32

Bret Simmons

Moveable Do ·

2024/01/02

This week, Moveable Do, sits down with composer Bret Simmons. Bret talks about composing music for Disney, Broadway, and television. Plus, he talks about what it's like to head up a band for a TV talk show! Pieces featured on this episode: "This is History," from The First Gentleman, "Season of Light," "Buburrying," from The Importance of Being Earnest, and "Never Give Up, Never Surrender," from an unnamed show. For more information about Bret Simmons,

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00:54:12

Eric Alexander

Moveable Do ·

2023/12/26

Moveable Do stays local this week with an in-person interview with Associate Professor of Music from Boise State University, Dr. Eric Alexander. We talk about growing up in Colorado, juggling family time, and how he would write a soundtrack for his life. Pieces featured on this episode: "Sawtooth Sketches," "Joy and Reflections," "Symmetry of Trees," and "Oedipus Tremendous." For more information about Eric Alexander and his music, visit

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00:55:40

Nell Shaw Cohen

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2023/12/19

This week on Moveable Do, composer and multi-media artist Nell Shaw Cohen talks us through the process of creating music either inspired by visual art or using visuals in tandem with the music. We also talk about how walking holidays can inspire her compositions as well. Pieces featured on this episode: "Woman Walking," "It's a Long Way," "The Sphinx and the Milky Way," and "Prologue: The Open Road" and "Their Stories" from Sauntering Songs. For

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00:45:32

Edna Yeh

Moveable Do ·

2023/12/12

This week composer and conductor Edna Yeh takes Moveable Do on a journey of chance encounters that take her and us a journey from Washington to California and beyond. Discover her love for writing for women's voices. Pieces featured on this episode: "Color - Caste - Denomination," "I Am in Need of Music," "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud," and "Are Women People?" For more information about Edna Yeh and her music, visit https://www.ednayeh.com. For more information about this podcast and a full archive

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01:11:20

Santiago Veros

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2023/12/05

This week, Moveable Do visits with Argentinian composer, Santiago Veros. Join us as we talk about growing up in Argentina and how that shaped Santiago's interest in building community through choral music. Pieces featured on this episode: "O Magnum Mysterium," "The Last March of Destiny," "Lake of Stars," and "Galaxias." To learn more about Santiago Veros and his music, visit https://santiagoveros.site. For more information about this podcast and a full

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01:12:57

Kim André Arnesen

Moveable Do ·

2023/11/28

Travel with Moveable Do to Norway today to visit with Kim André Arnesen. We talk about growing up in Norway, his love of MTV, and his composing process. Pieces featured on this episode, "Magnificat anima mea" from Magnificat, "Eja Mater" from Stabat Mater, "Call No One Stranger" from The Stranger, and "Lovely is the Dark Blue Sky." For more information about Kim and his music, visit https://kimarnesen.com/. For more information about this podcast and a full

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