Opus 237 - A Call from Miss Tina Knowles (feat. Marcus Norris)

Loki chats with composer George Lewis about the "Composing While Black" anthology, his approach to furthering the tradition of "great Black music", and his upcoming collaborations with the New York Philharmonic, ICE, and others. Loki also responds to the Afromodernism concert he recently attended, presented by the New York Philharmonic. Support for this opus of TRILLOQUY comes from the New York Philharmonic. ICE/"Composing While Black"Association for the Advancement of Creative Music"Weathering" by George Lewis (perf. American Composers Orchestra)"Arcades" by George Lewis (perf. Black Box Ensemble) Afromodernism, presented by the New York Philharmonic  ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki reunited with one of his high school classmates to talk about their upcoming 20 year reunion, memories from band (and Music Theory class), and how decolonizing classical music can benefit students beyond those who are interested in music as a career. Loki also shares The Parable of the Mustard Seed in response to recent challenge and tragedy. Craigmont High School"Memphis Blues", perf. W.C. Handy"Paper, Scissors, Rock", perf. Craigmont High School BandAnirban Roy performs "mere awaj hi mere pachan" ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki Karuna chats with Grammy-nominated clarinetist, Seunghee Lee (aka Sunny Kang) about the path toward a Grammy, her life as a golfer, and her new album, "Intermezzo". Loki offers condolences to the family of Marcellus "Khalifah" Williams and offers his thoughts on the death penalty. Seunghee Lee"Intermezzo" Album"Executive", by Michele Magnani "Intermezzo", by Michele MagnaniMissouri Executes A Man For The 1998 Killing Of A Woman Despite Her Family’s Calls To Spare His Life ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki Karuna chats with Charlton Lee of the Del Sol Quartet about the flexibility of smaller ensembles to shift the status quo, his new podcast, "Sounds Current", and more! Loki also highlights and reflects on his recent trip to a Buddhist conference in Florida.Charlton Lee"Sounds Current""Rough Math" by Mason Bates"Scrapyard Exotica" by Mason Bates ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki chats with literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller about activism in prose, the legacy of James Baldwin (and other notable activists in literature), and how music intersects this tradition. Loki also shares his thoughts on the upcoming presidential election. **This opus is made possible, in part, by Bucklesweet.E. Ethelbert MillerStudent Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)Upcoming Lecture on James Baldwin by E. Ethelbert Miller"Sonny's Blues" by Milt Jackson"Precious Lord, Take My Hand" perf. James Baldwin ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki Karuna chats with Shane Evans about working as a classical recording artist as an "outsider", defining American music, and the release of his latest album, "Ballades". Loki offers thoughts in response to ideas on class structure and solidarity as presented in "The New Human Rights Movement", by Peter Joseph. Black AugustShane Evans"Ballades" by Shane Evans"The New Human Rights Movement" by Peter Joseph ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki Karuna chats with Lorin Green about her continued journey toward equity and liberation in classical music, her newly published anthology of Black experiences within the field, and how arts administration has impacted her view on the role of musicians. Loki also offers perspectives relating to the murder of Sonya Massey and political fundraising. Arts EnginesLorin Green/"From Our Eyes and Ears"Relative Pitch Podcast"Danza de la Mariposa" by Valerie Coleman (perf. Lorin Green)"Prelude for Unaccompanied Flute" by Ulysses Kay (perf. Lorin Green)Body camera video focused national attention on an Illinois deputy’s fatal shooting of Sonya Massey ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki Karuna chats with Marcus Norris about developing a composition career for Black audiences, his recent projects for both film and the stage, and the path that led him toward a collaboration with Beyoncé! Loki also offers responses and reactions to the latest in national politics. Marcus Norris"I Tries So Hard For You" by Marcus Norris"I Don't Want Your Love" by Marcus NorrisShould Biden Drop Out? Polls Say Yes!  ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki Karuna chats with Dr. Tammy L. Kernodle about Black music as American music, her work highlighting classical Black women of decades past, and what it means to serve an industry that's built to serve whiteness, no matter who (or what) is on stage. Dr. Tammy L. KernodleConcerto for Violin and Orchestra (by Julia Perry)I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free (perf. Nina Simone)Julia Perry ★ Support this podcast ★

Loki chats with Elizabeth Chang about the intersections of performing and teaching, and highlights her latest album, "Sonatas and Myths". Loki also offers a glimpse into the challenge of meeting people where they are toward the goal of systemic change within the classical music industry, and showcases how he's been engaging the challenge of diverse perspectives as a barrier to forward motion. Elizabeth Chang"Sonatas and Myths"Violin Sonata No. 1, Sz. 75: III. Allegro, Bela BartokMythes, Op. 30, M29: No. 2, Narcisse, Karol Szymanowski ★ Support this podcast ★