 IN CONVERSATION
With Simon Moore

Studio Guest: Eddie Perfect Actor, composer, lyricist    

Brock, J. & Harnick, S. Tradition, from Fiddler on the Roof    Original Broadway Cast 
RCA Red Seal RCD1-7060 [01:00]

Sondheim, S. Sorry/Grateful, from Company    Original Broadway Cast 
Sony Classical SK 65283 [01:00]

Perfect, E. Say my name, from Beetlejuice    Original Broadway Cast 
Warner Records 791558459746 [01:00]

Bernstein Make Our Garden Grow, from Candide    Jerry Hadley; June Anderson; London Symphony Orchestra & Chorus; Leonard Bernstein, conductor 
Deutsche Grammophon 429 734-2 [01:30]

IN CONVERSATION With Simon Moore
Studio Guest: Eddie Perfect Actor, composer, lyricist &nbsp;&nbsp; Brock, J. &amp; Harnick, S. Tradition, from Fiddler on the Roof &nbsp;&nbsp; Original Broadway Cast RCA Red Seal RCD1-7060 [01:00] Sondheim, S. Sorry/Grateful, from Company &nbsp;&nbsp; Original Broadway Cast Sony Classical SK 65283 [01:00] Perfect, E. Say my name, from Beetlejuice &nbsp;&nbsp; Original Broadway Cast Warner Records 791558459746 [01:00] Bernstein Make Our Garden Grow, from Candide &nbsp;&nbsp; Jerry Hadley; June Anderson; London Symphony Orchestra &amp; Chorus; Leonard Bernstein, conductor Deutsche Grammophon 429 734-2 [01:30]

Each week presenter Simon Moore spends an hour in conversation with one of the greatest musicians, singers, composers or conductors, along with up-and-comers and others who influence our arts landscape.

Each week presenter Simon Moore spends an hour in conversation with one of the greatest musicians, singers, composers or conductors, along with up-and-comers and others who influence our arts landscape.

In Conversation

Eddie Perfect

As Assistant Concertmaster of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, violinist Lerida Delbridge is a vital cornerstone of our classical music scene. She also has a passion for chamber music as a founding member of the Tinalley String Quartet, which has performed internationally and been the recipient of numerous awards. She has recently taken on the role of artistic director of Hunters Hill Music, which brings outstanding chamber music closer to audiences.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Lerida discusses her multifaceted musical life, reflecting on her early musical influences, international study experiences, and the challenges and triumphs of building a career in chamber music from Australia. Delbridge also speaks about the importance of community music-making, her cherished historic violin, and the joy and insight she gains from teaching.

The next Hunters Hill Music – Swirl, Swoop & Dance – is on at 2pm on Sunday 4 May at the Hunters Hill Town Hall. Visit huntershillmusic.com.au for further details about this and future concerts.

Lerida's music selections

Fauré, G. – Pie Jesu, from Requiem op 48
Choir of King’s College Cambridge; Stephen Cleobury, director
King's College, Cambridge – KGS0034

Brown, N.H. & Freed, A. – Moses, from Singin’ in the Rain
Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor
Turner Classic Movies Music – 8122719632

Strauss, R. – September, from Four Last Songs
Jessye Norman, soprano; Gewandhausorchester; Kurt Masur, conductor
Philips – 411 052-2

Mendelssohn, F. – String Quartet no 3 in D op 44 no 1 – 3rd mvt
Tinalley String Quartet
ABC – 0028948554959

Rachmaninov, S. – Piano Concerto no 2 in C Minor – 2nd mvt
Vladimir Ashkenazy, piano; London Symphony Orchestra; André Previn, conductor
Decca – 444 839-2

Davis, M. – So What
Miles Davis
Columbia – CS 8163

 

As Assistant Concertmaster of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, violinist Lerida Delbridge is a vital cornerstone of our classical music scene. She also has a passion for chamber music as a founding member of the Tinalley String Quartet, which has performed internationally and been the recipient of numerous awards. She has recently taken on the role of artistic director of Hunters Hill Music, which brings outstanding chamber music closer to audiences.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Lerida discusses her multifaceted musical life, reflecting on her early musical influences, international study experiences, and the challenges and triumphs of building a career in chamber music from Australia. Delbridge also speaks about the importance of community music-making, her cherished historic violin, and the joy and insight she gains from teaching.
The next Hunters Hill Music &ndash; Swirl, Swoop &amp; Dance &ndash; is on at 2pm on Sunday 4 May at the Hunters Hill Town Hall. Visit huntershillmusic.com.au for further details about this and future concerts.
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Lerida's music selections
Faur&eacute;, G. &ndash; Pie Jesu, from Requiem op 48 Choir of King&rsquo;s College Cambridge; Stephen Cleobury, director King's College, Cambridge &ndash; KGS0034
Brown, N.H. &amp; Freed, A. &ndash; Moses, from Singin&rsquo; in the Rain Gene Kelly, Donald O&rsquo;Connor Turner Classic Movies Music &ndash; 8122719632
Strauss, R. &ndash; September, from Four Last Songs Jessye Norman, soprano; Gewandhausorchester; Kurt Masur, conductor Philips &ndash;&nbsp;411 052-2
Mendelssohn, F. &ndash; String Quartet no 3 in D op 44 no 1 &ndash; 3rd mvt Tinalley String Quartet ABC &ndash; 0028948554959
Rachmaninov, S. &ndash; Piano Concerto no 2 in C Minor &ndash; 2nd mvt Vladimir Ashkenazy, piano; London Symphony Orchestra; Andr&eacute; Previn, conductor Decca &ndash; 444 839-2
Davis, M. &ndash; So What Miles Davis Columbia &ndash; CS 8163
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Lerida Delbridge: A community of music

It’s difficult to categorise Tom Gleisner, because he’s done it all. He’s a presenter, producer, director, writer, and actor, and even then that only scratches the surface of his talents. W first became aware of Tom thanks to The D Generation back in 1986, and as a part of Working Dog Productions he’s created comedy classics like Frontline and Utopia, panel shows like Have You Been Paying Attention and The Panel, and feature films, including the critically acclaimed The Castle and The Dish. But it’s musical theatre which Tom has most recently turned his hand to, writing the book and lyrics for Bloom!, a new Australian musical set in an aged care facility.

Tom reflects on his inspiration for the show, and his desire to treat older characters with dignity and complexity. He also shares insights into the collaborative process of developing the musical. He also discusses his multifaceted career, from his early days with The D-Generation and Frontline, the success of The Panel, to his more recent work in television satire with The Hollowmen and Utopia. He talks about making The Castle on a shoestring and the greater complexities and budget requirements for The Dish. Beyond entertainment, Gleisner speaks passionately about his involvement in charity work, including co-founding an autism support organisation and chairing a cancer charity. Throughout the conversation, he offers reflections on the evolution of television, the rise of streaming, and how comedy has adapted across different formats and platforms.

Bloom! plays at the Rosalyn Packer Theatre until May 11.

Tom's music selections

Prine, J. – Hello in there
Bette Middler
Atlantic – 82785-2

Lovelady, W. – The Sounds of Rain (part 3)
Slave Grigoryan, guitar
unreleased live performance

Chopin, F. – Étude op 10 no 3 in E “La Tristesse”
Jan Lisiecki, piano
Deutsche Grammophon – 479 1039

Pasek, B. / Paul, J. – Only Us, from Dear Evan Hansen
Laura Dreyfuss; Ben Platt; Original Broadway Cast Recording
Atlantic – 558831-2

Simon, P. / Shabalala, J. – Homeless
Paul Simon, Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Sony Music – 88691954542

Brahms, J. – Piano Quartet no 3 in C minor op 60 – III. Andante
Renaud Capuçon, violin; Gérard Causse, viola; Gautier Capuçon, cello; Nicholas Angelich, piano
Virgin Classics – 50999 519310 2 5

It&rsquo;s difficult to categorise Tom Gleisner, because he&rsquo;s done it all. He&rsquo;s a presenter, producer, director, writer, and actor, and even then that only scratches the surface of his talents. W first became aware of Tom thanks to The D Generation back in 1986, and as a part of Working Dog Productions he&rsquo;s created comedy classics like Frontline and Utopia, panel shows like Have You Been Paying Attention and The Panel, and feature films, including the critically acclaimed The Castle and The Dish. But it&rsquo;s musical theatre which Tom has most recently turned his hand to, writing the book and lyrics for Bloom!, a new Australian musical set in an aged care facility.
Tom reflects on his inspiration for the show, and his desire to treat older characters with dignity and complexity. He also shares insights into the collaborative process of developing the musical. He also discusses his multifaceted career, from his early days with&nbsp;The D-Generation&nbsp;and&nbsp;Frontline, the success of The Panel,&nbsp;to his more recent work in television satire with&nbsp;The Hollowmen&nbsp;and&nbsp;Utopia. He talks about making The Castle on a shoestring and the greater complexities and budget requirements for The Dish. Beyond entertainment, Gleisner speaks passionately about his involvement in charity work, including co-founding an autism support organisation and chairing a cancer charity. Throughout the conversation, he offers reflections on the evolution of television, the rise of streaming, and how comedy has adapted across different formats and platforms.
Bloom! plays at the Rosalyn Packer Theatre until May 11.
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Tom's music selections
Prine, J. &ndash; Hello in there Bette Middler Atlantic &ndash; 82785-2
Lovelady, W. &ndash; The Sounds of Rain (part 3) Slave Grigoryan, guitar unreleased live performance
Chopin, F. &ndash; &Eacute;tude op 10 no 3 in E &ldquo;La Tristesse&rdquo; Jan Lisiecki, piano Deutsche Grammophon &ndash; 479 1039
Pasek, B. / Paul, J. &ndash; Only Us, from Dear Evan Hansen Laura Dreyfuss; Ben Platt; Original Broadway Cast Recording Atlantic &ndash; 558831-2
Simon, P. / Shabalala, J. &ndash; Homeless Paul Simon, Ladysmith Black Mambazo Sony Music &ndash; 88691954542
Brahms, J. &ndash; Piano Quartet no 3 in C minor op 60 &ndash; III. Andante Renaud Capu&ccedil;on, violin; G&eacute;rard Causse, viola; Gautier Capu&ccedil;on, cello; Nicholas Angelich, piano Virgin Classics &ndash; 50999 519310 2 5

Tom Gleisner: Blooming marvellous

Zubin Kanga is a pianist, composer and technologist, who has been at the forefront of curating and creating interdisciplinary musical programs exploring what it means to be a performer in the 21st Century. His multi year project, Cyborg Solosits, is unlocking new possibilities in music making through interactions with motion and biosensors, new hybrid instruments, interactive visuals, and AI.

In this conversation, Zubin provides a fascinating glimpse into this project, where he is collaborating with dozens of composers around the world in an exciting exploration of the limitless possibilities that lie ahead in how we create, perform, and enjoy music.

Zubin also provides insights into the world premieres he will be performing, which includes one of his own compositions, with Ensemble Offspring to launch their 30th anniversary season, for Lumen Machine, on April 12 at The Neilson and April 13 at the Newcastle Conservatorium.

Zubin's Music Selections

Nobuto, B. – Bad Infinity, from Machine Dreams
Zubin Kanga
nonclassical – nonclss05

Kanga, Z. – Hypnagogia (after Bach)
Zubin Kanga
NMC - none

Osborn, L. – Essential Relaxing Classical Hits Volume 1
Agata Zubel, soprano; Ensemble Klang
Digital release

Ravel, M. – Gaspard de la nuit
Ivo Pogorelich, piano
Signum Classics – SIGCD777

Schubert, A. – Emoticon Teardrop
NEKO3
Don't Look Back Records – none

Young, V. / Heyman, E. – When I Fall In Love
Keith Jarrett, piano
ECM Records – 527 638-2

 

Zubin Kanga is a pianist, composer and technologist, who has been at the forefront of curating and creating interdisciplinary musical programs exploring what it means to be a performer in the 21st&nbsp;Century. His multi year project, Cyborg Solosits, is unlocking new possibilities in music making through interactions with motion and biosensors, new hybrid instruments, interactive visuals, and AI.
In this conversation, Zubin provides a fascinating glimpse into this project, where he is collaborating with dozens of composers around the world in an exciting exploration of the limitless possibilities that lie ahead in how we create, perform, and enjoy music.
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Nobuto, B. &ndash; Bad Infinity, from Machine Dreams Zubin Kanga nonclassical &ndash; nonclss05
Kanga, Z. &ndash; Hypnagogia (after Bach) Zubin Kanga NMC - none
Osborn, L. &ndash; Essential Relaxing Classical Hits Volume 1 Agata Zubel, soprano; Ensemble Klang Digital release
Ravel, M. &ndash; Gaspard de la nuit Ivo Pogorelich, piano Signum Classics &ndash; SIGCD777
Schubert, A. &ndash; Emoticon Teardrop NEKO3 Don't Look Back Records &ndash; none
Young, V. / Heyman, E. &ndash; When I Fall In Love Keith Jarrett, piano ECM Records &ndash; 527 638-2
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