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The Inline G Flute Podcast

Gareth Houston

The flute podcast your mother warned you about.

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37:56

Ibert's Flute Concerto: A Damn Good Time

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2024/04/11

It’s the piece every flutist dreads; and I’m here to change the narrative. So grab your copy of Ibert’s Flute Concerto, pour yourself something tropical and join me as we analyse everything that makes this concerto a damn good time.From Ibert’s potential links to Elvis and 101 Dalmatians, ton analysis of the structure and practice tips; this episode will cover everything you might need to know about the flute repertoire’s crown jewel (certainly enough to impress your teacher or any juries you come

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56:34

Nielsen and Juventus with Alberto Navarra

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2024/04/04

Coming straight from the Tonhalle Zürich, this week’s guest is Italian superstar, former Nielsen Competition winner and Karajan Academy graduate; Alberto Navarra.Alberto very kindly took some time out of his busy schedule to sit and chat all about this debut album on Orchid Classics, featuring three monster flute concertos; The Mozart Flute and Harp, Reinecke and Nielsen, all with the Odense Symphony Orchestra.We also chatted a bit about his experiences studying with Jacques Zoon, Emmanuel Pahud,

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52:17

Cats and The Flute with Jade and Thérèse

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2024/03/28

Straight from Zürich, this week's episode features French Mezzo-Soprano (and my best mate) Jade Ghersi; along with her wee hairless cat Thérèse. We chat about the difference between dog and cat people, and have a quiz guessing which composers were which (join in and send me your score!) We then move onto the flute and our link to animals; birds. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up for just 5 quid a month to be a Patron at;patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcastInline G will ALWAYS be

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1:05:42

Deep Purple Flute Concerto with Dr Brianne Little

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2024/03/21

I know I say this every week, but this episode was legitimately one of my favourite Inline G episodes. My guest is American flutist, professor, academic AND friend of the podcast; Dr Brianne Little. Brianne came on at my request to chat about one thing; her Doctoral Thesis on the flute concerto “To Notice Such Things” by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and founding member of Deep Purple; Jon Lord. The piece itself is a stunning, cinematic masterpiece and Brianne has been working tirelessly for years to

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1:09:37

St Paddy's Day Playlist with Sligo Niall

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2024/03/16

Sandwiched in between all the flute superstar guests here on Inline G is the Irishman’s Christmas; St Patrick’s Day. So this week, we take a break from the flute intellectualism (and the flute in general) as I sat down with Niall from Sligo to curate a true Irish Person’s St Paddy’s Day playlist. From The Dubliners and Pogues to Westlife and Boyzone, we go through everything that gets Irish people turnt on the big day (including the mythical Irish Lock-in.) Fair enough; it took us a wee while to get

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1:19:39

Flute Nerd Paradise with Alexis Kossenko

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2024/03/07

Ok, I know, this episode is longer than usual. BUT, I simply couldn’t cut anything out, this conversation was flute gold from start to finish. So please use the chapters if you want to split it up, and DO NOT MISS Alexis’ History of Flutes; yous are being spoiled.I often speak of my Holy Trinity of period flute players, and Alexis Kossenko is a cornerstone of them. Therefore I’m beyond buzzed to having him on to chat everything from The French Flute School, to Alain Marion, Conducting and

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1:14:36

Limerick to Madrid with Philippe Barnes

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2024/02/29

I continue to collect my personal favourite flutists on Inline G this week, with folk music expert, author, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist and all-round icon; Philippe Barnes.Philippe's brand new record, The Clearwater Sessions, with Tom Phelan on piano comes out fittingly on St Patrick's Day (17th March 2024), so we sat down and had a chat about it, and the 18 year journey from the cult album The Madrid Sessions. We also discussed Philippe's varied career in television and recording, as

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35:22

Toxic Masculinity in the Flute World

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2024/02/22

Toxic Masculinity has became a buzzword in modern society (and with good reason) so today, I’m here to firstly analyse the term itself, before looking at the relationship it has with abusive behaviour.I then go into some examples from both the Classical Music and Flute Worlds, before ending with some possible antidotes to the toxicity.Warning: This isn’t the usual happy-go-lucky Inline G episode you might be used to. I talk about themes of abuse that some may find upsetting, so if you’re not in the

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1:07:02

Mozart in Luxembourg with Zofia Neugebauer

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2024/02/15

Inline G ticks another country off the list, as I headed to Luxembourg to catch up with Polish flute superstar, former Karajan Academy Member, Orchestral Flutist, International Soloist and Recording Artist (and one of my personal favourite flutists); Zofia Neugebauer.We chatted about everything from her upcoming Mozart CD and the influence of period performance on it, to her teaching philosophy, her compositional life and how Beyoncé and Tokio Hotel play in to it all.If you'd like to support the

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1:04:55

Cologne Karneval: An Irishman's Guide

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2024/02/08

This episode feels like the good old days of Inline G when I drank too much and said even more. Due to a last minute cancellation, I run you through the history of my adopted cities tradition of the World's Biggest Party, and drink way too much during it. By the time I get round to the musical history, I'm on the moon, baby xIf you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up for just 5 quid a month to be a Patron at;patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcastInline G will ALWAYS be free of charge, but

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47:28

Buckfast and Bach with Gareth Houston

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2024/02/01

With the whole raft of new listeners rocking up to the podcast, I've taken the novel decision to ask myself all the questions I normally I ask myself. This week is wedged in between some monster episodes, so it's a little calm from the storm to come and know your Inline G host that little bit better.It's also a chance to formally announce my brand new Patreon!If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up to be a Patron at;patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcastInline G will ALWAYS be free of

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1:02:41

Green Tea and Debussy with Magali Mosnier

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2024/01/25

The second episode from world flute capital Paris features another (very) special guest; this week I'm joined by Principal Flute of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Sony Classical Recording Artist, award-winning Chamber Musician, former ARD Competition winner, CRR de Paris Professor and my former teacher; Magali Mosnier. I sat down with Magali to chat everything from playing under the great Myung-Whun Chung and winning the ARD International Music Competition, to her teaching

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1:04:52

Kissing Mermaids and Going Solo with Thomaz Tavares

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2024/01/18

Coming at you from the world capital of the flute, Paris, my guest this week is soloist, chamber musician and personal mate; Thomaz Tavares. I sat down with Thomaz in the Galway Irish Pub at Saint Michel to talk about everything from our shared studies at The École Normale de Musique de Paris, to his new solo ventures, Ensemble IMAGO, world premieres and musician drinking games. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can buy me a beer or a Dr Pepper with my PayPal link below (also in my Instagram

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38:10

"California Dreamin' - Julien Beaudiment" Review

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2024/01/11

Undoubtedly the best flute album of 2023, Julien Beaudiment's "California Dreamin" has became one of my all time favourites. I've had it on repeat for weeks, and I just had to share my enthusiasm with the world.So sit back with me as I take you through each track, and why this is the new blueprint for great flute albums (excluding 2 minor points.)If you enjoyed this week's episode, subscribing to my YouTube channel and following me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is a HUGE way to support the

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45:06

The French Flute School - A Definitive Guide

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2024/01/04

The Great school of French flute playing started way back in the 1800s, and continues to be the gold standard to this day. However, why did it start in Paris? Who are the big players? What make's it so unique? This week's episode is the definitive guide, covering everything from it's political origins through to the modern day conservatoire system. Along the way, I'll also explain all those French terms like concours and premier prix with their true translations and meanings (relying on my own

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1:01:59

Flute Bands and Kilts with Brian (and Valerie) Houston

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2023/12/29

Ask and ye shall receive; this week whilst I'm home for Christmas, my Grandfather (and Flute Band legend) Brian Houston has found time in his schedule to make an appearance on the podcast (and even offered up his kitchen for the occasion.)We chat about his decorated career as conductor and player of some of the finest flute bands in Northern Ireland, over a glittering 67 year career. From competitions with Jimmy Galway, to a titanic clash with Arthur Fleming for the World Championships, this episode

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48:32

A Beginner's Guide to Classical Music (or enough to...

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2023/12/21

Do you know absolutely nothing about Classical Music, but want to impress the girl/boy/person of your desires by showing off just how cultured and educated you are? Well you've came to the right place. In just one 50 minute-ish episode, I'll teach you everything you need to know about the history of Western Classical Music from 1600 to present day. From all the fancy foreign words, to the 4 big eras of Western Classical Music; I've got the lot covered for you.(And for those who are already

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1:18:30

Instagram and Ibert with gill.flutes

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2023/12/15

Since day one of Inline G, Gill Derer has been on the hit list for guests; and 2 weeks before Christmas, evidently Santa has worked his magic.The Queen of Flute Instagram, calling in all the way from Canada, chats everything from content creation, orchestral auditions and imposter syndrome, to performance anxiety and hypnosis (really.) Stick around 'til the end to find out who Gill would put alongside Harry Styles and Emily Beynon in her dream festival line-up.The chapters are down below if you

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53:29

Best Flute Albums of 2023

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2023/12/07

Unless someone drops a banger of a record in the next 3 weeks; this is your definitive list of the top 5 best flute recordings released in 2023. They're not ranked, except number one, which was a stunner of a release.I also chat a bit about Jimmy Galway's birthday, online "music career coaches" and other ramblings.Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:56 - Part time jobs to support your dreams5:58 - Online "Music Career Coaches"9:04 - Spotify Wrapped and Viewing Numbers14:12 - Albums that didn't make it14:57 -

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1:36:13

Prokofiev and Sparkling Rosé with The Wild Flute

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2023/11/30

This week’s guest is the wonderful Canadian flutist, designer, writer, recording artist and gin connoisseur ; Jaye Marsh AKA The Wild Flute.We chatted about everything from her artist alter-ego, the recording process and ageism in the flute industry, to imposter syndrome and Canadian chicken restaurants.There was so much content that I couldn’t cut it down, so check out the chapters below to find out what’s on the menu.(Also enjoy the moment where it strikes midnight in Germany and ushers in my 31st

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