We talked to the company about the film and what it means to them to produce an Opera about such a larger-tha-life character.

So come take a listen, find out about Julie and her life as well as French Baroque Opera. I learnt so much!

Do take a listen!

During the show we discuss India's work, her influences and her recent album Problematica. The music from the album and the range of the Cello in this work has to be heard to be believed. Truly amazing. Oh and we have a fun time as well!

We had a wonderful time talking and laughing with them about their work and music in general. You will love their arrangements! Of course you have to listen to find out the origin of their name!

We had a wonderful time talking to the founders Anna Bigland-Pritchard and Alex Chen. We covered a wide range of topics including their new work, Green, of which we hear a preview. Stay to the end to hear a queer version of the coffee cantata! Amazing!

We not only discuss the film but delve into Eveshka's quite unique way of writing and playing music. To be honest, I am in awe of her abilities as a composer and musician and I really have no idea how she does it in the way she does. Take a listen to find out more.

I know you will enjoy listening to this podcast!

Come and take a listen to some fantastic music that for me pushed the boundaries of what a flute can do.

So do take a listen.

We interviewed two of the four members Mike Avitabile (flutes) and Meg Rohrer (violin/viola) - they are joined in Hub by Gleb Kanasevich (clarinets) and Jesse Christeson (cello).

So do join us for a fun and may I say joyous hour of conversation and music. 

Since then Matt has been orchestrating and recording the work and it was released a few days ago. The work is a labour of love and deals with such important issues that affect so many people.

We therefore thought it a good time to talk to Matt again about how the work developed and how it's been received. The outcome you will see is an amazing musical experience.

Please note the podcast contains references to menatl health issues and suicide.

Jacob and I had the great pleasure of interviewing Nick who's amazing virtuosity is displayed in the 3 pieces we listened to. It really opened my eyes to the world of classical sax.

As usual we discussed a wide range of subjects including Nick's project to promote innovative queer music called "I Exist". Do take a listen, you won't be disappointed.

Come listen to some great songs including one about two people in a home for the elderly trying to come to terms with facebook and you shouldn't miss the excerpt from Jordan's musical about Salmon tying to escape from a farm. Enjoy fantastic music combined with witty lyrics and the British sense of humour  in a really enetertaining show.

Don't miss it!

So here is Jacob talking about his work as a musicologist, conductor and musician. As usual we had lots of laughs and talked about a wide range of subjects.

... and no, don't worry I won't be interviewed next! Sammi

Here we discuss his new work called "In Chemical Transit" by All Men Unto Me. This very unique work details the change in Rylan's voice during his transition. As is usual we talk about a wide range of issues covering the whole range of the queer experience - oh and of course we laugh a lot!

Do take a listen!

As usual we listened to some great music and talked widely about music, politics and of course Andrew's dancing.

Do take a listen!

We had a great time chatting with Kym and talking about her work as well as having lots of laughs and a generally fun time. We hope you take a listen.

We talk about her work and awards over the last year and listen to three recent compositions. As usual we discuss a wide range of topics and talk about upcoming work. Do take a listen.

We of course talk about music, the state of the world and pretty much everything in between. Jacob and I had a great time talking with Stuart so do take a listen.

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In this show we look at two works in particular, one a queer childrens opera (must be a first!) and the second about polyamory.

I had a lot of fun recording this show and meeting the company. Do take a look at their online shows - they are brilliant and funny even though you may not understand the language  and anyway when has that stopped anyone listening to Verdi?

The interview is really fun and shows the energy that the Queens bring to their shows. After you have listened to the podcast do check out their online performances!

(note: sadly I (Sammi) was ill for the recording and missed the fun but that means you get to hear more of Jacob and that can't be bad) 

As usual we covered a wide-range of subjects but throughout Keb's joy and humour shines through. Do take a listen.

The work, due for release soon, has already sparked a great deal of interest not only for it's great musicality - it is simply brilliant -  but also for it's focus on the fight against mental illness. It was the subject of a very successful crowdfunder and caught the imagination of many.

As we discuss a difficult and not often talked about subject in an open manner some may find it triggering but it is a subject that we feel needs to be discussed. Have we said the music is fantastic and your getting an early preview?

His artistic collaborations have included members of the New York Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra, Seattle Symphony, Buffalo Philharmonic, and more. So do join us for CQ episode 17.

We talk about a wide range of topics including her native Finnish music, transitioning and her love of performance. Come take a listen.

We chat about Symon's new piano works, music influences and the world of queer classical music. Join us! 

Sammi talks to Andy Jih, violinist and President of the Board of Directors of the Bay Area Rainbow Symphony. They discuss the history of the symphony, it's role in promoting queer musicians and where it's heading in the future.

American Canadian Cellist, composer and multidisciplinary artist India Gailey has a new album of work out called "to you through". Jacob takes a listen to two of the works in the second half of the show.

This month we welcome singer, musician, songwriter and all-around artist Sarah McCabe. As you will hear, Sarah, who is also know by the professional name HENDRA, makes a wide-variety of music covering almost every genre. In our wide-ranging discusson we talk about everything from performing at open mics to the future of automation in music and to the use of squeaky toys by the percussionist.

So do come join us.

There is more, however, to Rose than just her singing prowess as we found out when we caught up with Rose during her whirlwind trip around Europe. So join us to find out more.

The second composer is Eveshka Ghost and her release of Chocolat, an album of improvised piano pieces. We discuss her writing method and also talk about her upcoming work Matilda.

We look forward to your company.

Join us for our monthly look at the Classical Queer music scene.

Just to add that Jacob and I had a great time chatting and it must be said "having a laugh" with Colin and we could have made a program twice as long! 

Your hosts are Jacob Cairns (composer, teacher and musician) and Samantha Jane Smith (radio presenter and classical music enthusiast).

Your hosts are Jacob Cairns (composer, teacher and musician) and Samantha Jane Smith (radio presenter and classical music enthusiast).