Artists ABLAZE Nic Bizub

In this episode I discuss Douglas Knehans' TEMPEST—Concerto for Flute and Orchestra focusing on the first movement OSTRO. Tune in to hear some AMAZING flute playing as well as the composer discuss the ideas and inspiration behind this ear-catching and dramatic new work.

In this episode I discuss the slow movement of the new flute concerto TEMPEST by Douglas Knehans with the composer. We also hear excerpts of this powerfully expressive slow movement as played by flute soloist Gareth Davies, of the London Symphony Orchestra, accompanied by the Brno Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Mikel Toms.

In this episode I discuss with composer Douglas Knehans the process and form of writing the exciting concluding movement to his Tempest Flute Concerto. The solo playing in this movement has been called "highly virtuosic" and "breathtaking." Tune in to listen to the composer discuss the work and hear some terrific excerpts from the sizzling conclusion of this concerto.

In this episode, we discuss with composer Douglas Knehans the first movement, Tempering, of his massive orchestral triptych Unfinished Earth. Hear some amazing excepts of incredible orchestral playing in music that bold and dramatic.

In the episode I talk with Chinese composer Liang Qian about his Cosmic Overture. Particularly we discuss various paradoxes and emotional and dramatic portrayal of the cosmos. A fascinating discussion of a wonderful and evocative work!

In this episode we explore the stunning diversity and virtuosity of works on ABLAZE Records new Sinfonia Series Vol 1 disc. Listen in for the tremendously vigorous new voices of composers today!