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One Symphony with Devin Patrick Hughes

One Symphony with Devin Patrick Hughes

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A podcast that explores classical music’s relevance in our modern lives. Conductor Devin Patrick Hughes will share with you stories and conversations with musicians, composers, and artistic entrepreneurs that aim to unite us into one symphonic world. New episodes every other Monday.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Arte Entretenimiento y Artes Escénicas Música
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  • Beethoven: From the Rhine to Mozart with John Suchet, Part 1

    Beethoven: From the Rhine to Mozart with John Suchet, Part 1
    Sep 3 2025

    In this first half of a special two-part conversation, Devin Patrick Hughes speaks with broadcaster and author John Suchet about Beethoven’s beginnings in Bonn, his precocious childhood on the Rhine, his mentors and patrons, and the myths surrounding his father and early works. Together, they explore Beethoven’s revolutionary ideas, his first “unplayable” compositions, and the legendary (and mysterious) meeting with Mozart. Along the way, Suchet shares insights from his new book, In Search of Beethoven: A Personal Journey, and we hear the music that shaped the young Beethoven and echoed throughout his career.

    Featured Music All works composed by Ludwig van Beethoven, unless noted.

    • Große Fuge, Op. 133 — Artemis Quartet (live, Paris 2001)

    • Musik zu einem Ritterballet, WoO 1: No. 8 Coda — Günther Herbig & Staatskapelle Berlin (1971)

    • Quartet WoO 36 No. 3 in C Major: I. Allegro Vivace — Christoph Eschenbach, Norbert Brainin, Peter Schidlof, Martin Lovett

    • Sonatina in E-flat Major WoO 47, Kurfürstensonate No. 1 — Jörg Demus

    • Cantata on the Death of Emperor Joseph II, WoO 87 — Reetta Haavisto, Juha Kotilainen, Leif Segerstam, Turku Philharmonic, Chorus Cathedralis Aboensis

    • Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. Adagio — Johannes Brahms, Itzhak Perlman, Chicago Symphony, Carlo Maria Giulini

    • “Aria de Florestan: Gott!” from Fidelio — Jonas Kaufmann, Nikolaus Harnoncourt

    • 12 Variations on “Se vuol ballare”, WoO 40 — Yehudi Menuhin & Wilhelm Kempff

    For more information on John Suchet, see https://www.johnsuchet.co.uk. You can find his most recent book In Search of Beethoven, A Personal Journey where ever books are sold.

    You can always find more info at OneSymphony.podbean.com. If you appreciate what we do you can Support the show and get exclusive content at patreon.com/onesymphonywithdevinpatrickhughes. Feel free to rate, review, or share the podcast! Until next time, thank you for being part of the music.
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  • Nan Avant: Composer of Nature & Emotion

    Nan Avant: Composer of Nature & Emotion
    Aug 12 2025

    On this episode of One Symphony with Devin Patrick Hughes, composer Nan Avant takes us on a journey through her orchestral world — where nature, heritage, and imagination meet in music. Known for works inspired by the sea, the winds of Lahaina, and the birth of distant nebulas, Nan Avant blends classical tradition, cinematic color, and unexpected sounds — from steel road plates to wind machines — to tell her stories.

    From her Peruvian roots and classical piano training to collaborations with the London Symphony Orchestra and Northwest Sinfonia, Avant reveals how she turns personal memories and natural landscapes into vivid symphonic experiences. She also shares insights into orchestration, working directly with musicians, and weaving cultural influences into her scores.

    Music in this episode:

    • Aloha ‘Oe – Queen Lili’uokalani, jazz bossa nova arrangement by Nan Avant

    • End Credit Music from Remember Me (2009)

    • Bijoux (The Nebulae) – Northwest Sinfonia Orchestra, David Sabee conducting

    • Soundness of the Sea for Violin and Piano

    • Wind Machine and Bass Drum demonstration

    • Lahaina – Rhapsody for Violin and Orchestra – London Symphony Orchestra, featured on Symphonic Stradivarius

    • Tributum – Northwest Sinfonia Orchestra, David Sabee conducting

    Whether you’re drawn to the craft of composition, curious about the sounds that shape an orchestra, or simply love hearing music’s human stories, this conversation with Nan Avant offers a rare glimpse into the mind and heart of a modern composer.
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  • Peter Drew, Composer of Life

    Peter Drew, Composer of Life
    Mar 24 2025
    On this episode of One Symphony, Devin Patrick Hughes sat down with Peter Drew, a symphonist and jazz composer, to discuss his diverse life journey and his debut symphony, Reminiscence. Drew, born in Europe and later a refugee in the United States, recounted his early musical awakenings. He was first intrigued by the sound of the harmonica his stepbrother gave him. However, his musical trajectory truly shifted when, around the age of eleven, he heard Toscanini conducting Beethoven's Ninth Symphony on the radio. This experience deeply resonated with him, particularly the Ode to Joy, which became the first tune he learned on the harmonica, despite not being able to read music. Although initially captivated by classical music and Beethoven, Drew's path to becoming a composer was far from traditional. He pursued various careers, including working in film distribution, catering, teaching film studies, and being a social studies teacher. Throughout these experiences, music remained a constant presence in his life; he would often "noodle around" on the clarinet. It wasn't until later in life that he began to seriously study music, taking lessons from clarinet players and exploring jazz. He eventually started arranging music and studying composers like Sibelius. When the conversation turned to his symphony, "Reminiscence," Drew emphasized the amalgamation of his varied musical tastes and life experiences. He described his influences as a "mélange" or "stew" ranging from the American Songbook to Carl Orff, Villa-Lobos, Beethoven, Brahms, Artie Shaw, and even global music like Songs of the Auvergne, Tuvan throat singing, and Raga. He explained that his compositional process often begins with a melody he likes, perhaps played on his clarinet. He then develops this initial phrase, ensuring a natural flow between musical ideas without dissonance, remaining within the realm of Romantic Classical music. Hughes inquired about the technical aspects of translating these diverse elements into a cohesive symphony, including orchestration. Drew admitted that while he can conceive melodies, he needed assistance with the intricate instrumentation for a large symphony orchestra. He collaborated with an orchestrator to achieve the desired sonic textures, ensuring that all the instrumental parts complemented each other. Regarding the upcoming performance and recording of Reminiscence by the Boulder Symphony, Drew expressed his hope that listeners would simply "enjoy yourself" and "have fun". He doesn't expect the audience to be intimately familiar with all his diverse musical influences, but rather to connect with the music on an emotional level in the same way he was first drawn to Beethoven. Drew believes that if the music sounds and feels good, it will be enjoyable to listen to. When asked about his late entry into composing a symphony, Drew, who is approaching 90, reflected that all his life experiences, both musical and non-musical, have informed his writing. He feels that composing, rather than performing, is his true strength and passion, representing an accomplishment after a lifetime of diverse pursuits. He finds satisfaction in creating music that others enjoy listening to and playing. When pressed for a favorite movement, Drew chose the third movement for its energy and the way all the musical elements come together. While acknowledging the profound impact of Beethoven on his early musical life, he noted that Reminiscence incorporates a wider range of influences, creating a unique sonic landscape. Thank you for joining us on One Symphony. Special thanks to Peter Drew for sharing his music and story. Musical selections from today’s episode: “Hard Driver” from the album And What’s More composed and arranged by Peter Drew. “Midnight Sun” from the album And What’s More. Composed by Lionel Hampton, Sonny Burke, and Johnny Mercer. Arranged by Peter Drew, featuring Sachal Vasandani. Symphony No. 1 “Reminiscence” II. Pictures at an Album. Composed by Peter Drew and arranged by Douglas Gibson. Performed by the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Ivan Josip Skender. Symphony No. 1 “Reminiscence” I. Journey. Composed by Peter Drew and arranged by Douglas Gibson. Performed by the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Ivan Josip Skender. “Slow Burn Blues” from the album And What’s More composed by Peter Drew and featuring Wendy Gilles. Symphony No. 1 “Reminiscence” IV. The Return. Composed by Peter Drew and arranged by Douglas Gibson. Performed by the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Ivan Josip Skender. Symphony No. 1 “Reminiscence” II. Bach to Back. Composed by Peter Drew and arranged by Douglas Gibson. Performed by the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Ivan Josip Skender. For more information on Peter, see https://www.peterdrewmusic.com You can always find more info at OneSymphony.podbean.com or ...
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