60 acast.com Orchestra of the Swan https://orchestraoftheswan.org/podcasts/ en Orchestra of the Swan Orchestra,ClassicalMusic,ChamberOrchestra,BehindtheScenes,Arts,ensemble,orchestra of the swan,david le page Orchestra of the Swan The Swan Podcast The Orchestra of the Swan Podcast offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as we shine the spotlight on our incredible players, supporters, and the team who bring the Orchestra of the Swan to life. 


Led by Artistic Director David Le Page, we’ll take you inside the inner workings of an orchestra, from conversations with our principal players, to exclusive rehearsal sneak peeks.


Orchestra of the Swan strives to captivate audiences through a blend of experimentation with both classical and non-classical music, embracing our role as storytellers. Our commitment distinctive drives us to push creative boundaries, offering performances that are both innovative and unique.


No pretentiousness here—no ball gowns or dinner jackets. Just people who love music and love playing it. Join us, get to know us, and follow our pod!


The Orchestra of the Swan podcast is produced and supported by Cloudscape Media, and is copyright of the Orchestra of the Swan.

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]]> The Orchestra of the Swan Podcast offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as we shine the spotlight on our incredible players, supporters, and the team who bring the Orchestra of the Swan to life. 


Led by Artistic Director David Le Page, we’ll take you inside the inner workings of an orchestra, from conversations with our principal players, to exclusive rehearsal sneak peeks.


Orchestra of the Swan strives to captivate audiences through a blend of experimentation with both classical and non-classical music, embracing our role as storytellers. Our commitment distinctive drives us to push creative boundaries, offering performances that are both innovative and unique.


No pretentiousness here—no ball gowns or dinner jackets. Just people who love music and love playing it. Join us, get to know us, and follow our pod!


The Orchestra of the Swan podcast is produced and supported by Cloudscape Media, and is copyright of the Orchestra of the Swan.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> false Orchestra of the Swan marketing@orchestraoftheswan.org 669e7000f31c827693810bd2 orchestra-of-the-swan-podcast episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/669e7000f31c827693810bd2/1757946509551-bd4d9311-bca4-4a20-9c3d-63a4a13f609d.jpeg https://orchestraoftheswan.org/podcasts/ Orchestra of the Swan New Music Time New Music Time Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT 30:21 68c83422c5a5560eacf01c2e false https://shows.acast.com/orchestra-of-the-swan-podcast/episodes/68c83422c5a5560eacf01c2e 68c83422c5a5560eacf01c2e 669e7000f31c827693810bd2 Exploring Light and Shadow: David Le Page in Conversation with SuRie full 3 Light and Shadow, sharing the inspirations, arrangements, and intimate chamber interpretations of iconic film music. Featuring a special conversation with vocalist SuRie, hear how Peter Gabriel, Radiohead, and more come alive in this uniquely cinematic recording. Stream the album now on all major platforms.

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]]> Light and Shadow, sharing the inspirations, arrangements, and intimate chamber interpretations of iconic film music. Featuring a special conversation with vocalist SuRie, hear how Peter Gabriel, Radiohead, and more come alive in this uniquely cinematic recording. Stream the album now on all major platforms.

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]]> <![CDATA[We're Back!]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:35 GMT 31:30 685bc8c47cd58072a55c80b3 false https://orchestraoftheswan.org/swan-podcast/ 685bc8c47cd58072a55c80b3 669e7000f31c827693810bd2 full 2 We're back! Here's the much-awaited second episode of the Orchestra of the Swan's podcast.


In the first half, we're joined by The Swan's Artistic Director David Le Page and Andor actor Anton Lesser. Anton discusses his roles in Hambletts Productions’ Red Sky at Sunrise: Laurie Lee in Words & Music and A Beautiful Thread – Thomas Hardy in Words & Music. They explore the music that shaped them, and we're treated to Anton reading Thomas Hardy's poems The Self-Unseeing and The Voice, both featured in A Beautiful Thread.


In the second half, we hear from conductor Rebecca Miller about her work with the Swan Youth Orchestra, in partnership with Warwick Schools Foundation. We also chat with Coventry Music Lead Mark Steele and Melanie Cotton from Warwickshire Music—both part of the Heart of England Music Hubs.


Finally, The Swan's Principal Percussionist Tim Farmer speaks with Swan Youth Orchestra percussionist Daniel, and clarinetist Jack McNeill.


The Orchestra of the Swan podcast is produced and supported by Cloudscape Media, and is copyright of the Orchestra of the Swan.

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]]> We're back! Here's the much-awaited second episode of the Orchestra of the Swan's podcast.


In the first half, we're joined by The Swan's Artistic Director David Le Page and Andor actor Anton Lesser. Anton discusses his roles in Hambletts Productions’ Red Sky at Sunrise: Laurie Lee in Words & Music and A Beautiful Thread – Thomas Hardy in Words & Music. They explore the music that shaped them, and we're treated to Anton reading Thomas Hardy's poems The Self-Unseeing and The Voice, both featured in A Beautiful Thread.


In the second half, we hear from conductor Rebecca Miller about her work with the Swan Youth Orchestra, in partnership with Warwick Schools Foundation. We also chat with Coventry Music Lead Mark Steele and Melanie Cotton from Warwickshire Music—both part of the Heart of England Music Hubs.


Finally, The Swan's Principal Percussionist Tim Farmer speaks with Swan Youth Orchestra percussionist Daniel, and clarinetist Jack McNeill.


The Orchestra of the Swan podcast is produced and supported by Cloudscape Media, and is copyright of the Orchestra of the Swan.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> An Introduction An Introduction Fri, 20 Sep 2024 08:00:01 GMT 28:24 66e170b56a253561efd3ebf0 false https://orchestraoftheswan.org/swan-podcast/ 66e170b56a253561efd3ebf0 669e7000f31c827693810bd2 full 1 In this, our first full-length podcast, the Swan's Artistic Director David Le Page takes you behind-the-scenes and introduces the wonderful players, supporters, and team that make up the Orchestra of the Swan.


We’ll hear from Principal Bass player, Claire Whitson, explore the world of funding with the Swan's Managing Director, Debbie Jagla, catch up with with baritone Roderick Williams, fresh from his performance of Mahler on stage at Warwick Hall. We're also celebrating our partnership with the Warwick Schools Foundation by chatting to the Foundation's Principal Richard Nicholson. And finally, acclaimed actor Anton Lesser reads an extract from A Beautiful Thread: Thomas Hardy in Words and Music.


For more information on visit orchestraoftheswan.org. Music available on all streaming sites.


Produced by Cloudscape Media. Copyright Orchestra of the Swan 2024. Recorded June 2024 in Warwick, England.

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]]> In this, our first full-length podcast, the Swan's Artistic Director David Le Page takes you behind-the-scenes and introduces the wonderful players, supporters, and team that make up the Orchestra of the Swan.


We’ll hear from Principal Bass player, Claire Whitson, explore the world of funding with the Swan's Managing Director, Debbie Jagla, catch up with with baritone Roderick Williams, fresh from his performance of Mahler on stage at Warwick Hall. We're also celebrating our partnership with the Warwick Schools Foundation by chatting to the Foundation's Principal Richard Nicholson. And finally, acclaimed actor Anton Lesser reads an extract from A Beautiful Thread: Thomas Hardy in Words and Music.


For more information on visit orchestraoftheswan.org. Music available on all streaming sites.


Produced by Cloudscape Media. Copyright Orchestra of the Swan 2024. Recorded June 2024 in Warwick, England.

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]]> Coming Soon! Coming Soon! Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:58:12 GMT 1:27 669e717d3847f8c1a5a587ff false https://orchestraoftheswan.org/swan-podcast/ 669e717d3847f8c1a5a587ff 669e7000f31c827693810bd2 Trailer trailer The Orchestra of the Swan podcast offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as we shine a spotlight on our incredible players, supporters, and the team who bring the Orchestra of the Swan to life. 


Led by Artistic Director David Le Page, we’ll take you inside the inner workings of the orchestra, from conversations with our principal players, to exclusive rehearsal sneak peeks. You’ll also get a preview of our upcoming season, featuring acclaimed actor and our 2024/2025 Associate Artist, Anton Lesser. 


No pretentiousness here—no ball gowns or dinner jackets. Just people who love music and love playing it. Join us, get to know us, and follow our podcasts!


Episode 1 is out Friday 20 September 2024

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]]> The Orchestra of the Swan podcast offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as we shine a spotlight on our incredible players, supporters, and the team who bring the Orchestra of the Swan to life. 


Led by Artistic Director David Le Page, we’ll take you inside the inner workings of the orchestra, from conversations with our principal players, to exclusive rehearsal sneak peeks. You’ll also get a preview of our upcoming season, featuring acclaimed actor and our 2024/2025 Associate Artist, Anton Lesser. 


No pretentiousness here—no ball gowns or dinner jackets. Just people who love music and love playing it. Join us, get to know us, and follow our podcasts!


Episode 1 is out Friday 20 September 2024

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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