Devony Smith and Danny Zelibor

This Interplay, Conversations in Music, is with one of the most remarkable musicians I have ever worked with - Matthew Kraemer, music director and conductor of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. A rare treat as Maestro Kraemer talks about what it is like to be a music director, how he came to this point, and where he hopes to go. A true revelation in every way! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the most informative and stimulating discussion with the greatest saxophonist in the world, Timothy McAllister. There is simply no one like Tim. His playing is so very superlative, and his words on the playing of his many instruments (please do listen to John Corigliano's remarkable TRIATHLON for saxophonist and orchestra in which Tim plays multiple instruments is only one testament) are pure revelation. What a great thrill! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the delightful experience of talking with mezzo soprano Devony Smith and pianist Danny Zelibor, two extraordinary musicians of peerless skills and immense interpretative range - and they are remarkable people. Please be sure to watch our enjoyable talk. Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I spoke to conductor Nic McGegan, who is the most delightful and insightful person. His visions and practice in Baroque and Classical repertoire are unmatched. His dozens of recordings bear witness to his extraordinary joy of life. I think you will agree that Maestro McGegan is unique and radiants a happiness that carries forth with a special love. Not to be missed! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this latest Interplay, Conversations in Music, Michael Shapiro speaks to his longtime friend, composer Malcolm Singer about a lifetime spent in music, from the days of his study with Nadia Boulanger, to his work with Yehudi Menuhin as head of the Menuhin School, to his work with countless musicians, and his leadership in bringing along generations of young composers and players. A thrilling examination of a composer's life. Not to be missed! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

Interplay, Conversations in Music with Sara Karloff and tales of her father Boris Karloff in *Frankenstein* (1931) and at home. Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the great pleasure of speaking with composer and conductor Teddy Abrams about his pathfinding work in Louisville and his new musical based on the life of Muhammad Ali. There is simply no one in classical music with greater depth of knowledge and with more intensity in seeking new and exciting ways of connecting with audiences. I just loved talking with him, and you will too! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

We have some wonderful additions to Interplay, Conversations in Music, being posted today and soon. Please be sure to watch out for them. Our first is with conductor Delyana Lazarova, a complete musician, whose direction of orchestras around the world is astounding. Maestra Delyana Lazarova is that special leader with a wonderful sense of line and meaningful direction. Our Interplay displays her individuality and unique insights into making music. Not to be missed! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had the great pleasure of talking with Maestro Neal Gittleman, music director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and a champion of progress in orchestral, operatic, and ballet music. Neal's talk with me combines incisive observations about our musical culture, the development of orchestras over long periods of time, and his view of the future of performance. An Interplay not to be missed! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com

On this month's Interplay, Conversations in Music, I had a remarkable talk with Daniel Asia, composer and writer on music. From his lifetime of work in music including his years of teaching on the college level and creating works of great substance and direction, Daniel has a special voice, and I urge you to listen to his guidance of how the present must guide the future of creation and what needs to be done. I am with him in every way! Find out more at www.michaelshapiro.com