Critical Mass

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Critical Mass

Ludwig Van presents — Critical Mass. A podcast where critics brainstorm current affairs surrounding the performing arts. We also bring in special guests to join in.

04/04/2023

#12 — Harry Stafylakis: A Symphony of Prog-Metal and Musical Innovations

Episode 11: Michael Vincent, Paula Citron, and Holly Harris talk to composer, educator and curator Haralabos (Harry) Stafylakis about his career, prog-metal, New Amsterdam Records, re-connecting with his Greek roots, and more. To learn more about Harry Stafylakis' amazing work, visit his website.

1h 15m
25/11/2022

Joel Ivany and the future of opera

Canadian stage director Joel Ivany joins the podcast this week to chat about producing opera experiences that resonate with our current lives.

54 min
25/10/2022

A new season begins with a challenge + how a recession might affect the arts

Paula, Holly and Michael return after a long summer off to catch up and chat about the new concert season now underway. We ponder why the crowds look a little different this year, plus a new threat of recession on the horizon.

1h 7m
30/05/2022

The Arts And Politics Conundrum With Daniel Raiskin

This month on the podcast Paula, Holly and Michael talk with Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra music director Daniel Raiskin about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Big questions are considered, such as whether it is appropriate to ask artists to clarify their politics. Daniel also shares his complex emotions about his home country and the importance of standing up for those who would have their voices eliminated.

1h 6m
11/04/2022

RIP Boris Brott With Arthur Kaptainis

Today we have a bit of a different podcast than we normally do. Guest Arthur Kaptainis joins Paula, Holly and Michael to talk about the tragic passing of renowned Canadian conductor Boris Brott, whose life was taken away in a hit-and-run.

54 min
29/03/2022

Life As A Composer With Ana Sokolović

Composer Ana Sokolović joins Paula, Holly and Michael to talk about her move to Canada, the importance of play in music-making, life as a composer, and much more.

1h 9m
08/03/2022

The Incredible Story Behind Stephen Sondheim’s Canadian Pen Pal

Holly Harris recovers a series of personal letters shared between her father, Neil Harris, and Stephen Sondheim over two decades ago. Paula, Holly and Micheal go through the letters, and try and make sense of what’s written on these pages. We find out where they came from, what’s in them, and why they are so important.

1h 7m
02/12/2021

When Artists Go Bad: #MeToo, Cancel Culture, And When To Forgive

Paula, Holly, and Michael have a heated discussion about artists that have had their careers ruined after accusations of wrongdoing. Citing examples by artists Liam Scarlett, Charles Dutoit, James Levine, Placido Domingo, and even Wagner, they soon discover how fraught the path to redemption is. It all ends with them feeling grateful for a return to in-person concerts, lamenting printed concert programs, and doing what Canadians do best – complaining about the weather.

1h 11m

29/07/2021

Promo: Critical Mass

Paula Citron, Holly Harris and Michael Vincent do their best to explain what this podcast is all about. After a rough start, they finally get it.

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Ludwig Van presents — Critical Mass. A podcast where critics brainstorm current affairs surrounding the performing arts. We also bring in special guests to join in.

Creator

Ludwig Van
Years Active

2021 - 2023
Episodes

13
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© 2023 Museland Media Inc.
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Critical Mass