36 episodes

The Musical Communication Podcast was created as an extension of the Ploger Method. In this podcast, Marianne and producer Karen will explore her method, music perception, and cognition as well as how we can develop fluency in our musicianship We want to share topics around musicianship and cultivating an awareness of perceptual, cognitive, and aesthetic principles.

Musical Communication Podcast Marianne Ploger

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 13 Ratings

The Musical Communication Podcast was created as an extension of the Ploger Method. In this podcast, Marianne and producer Karen will explore her method, music perception, and cognition as well as how we can develop fluency in our musicianship We want to share topics around musicianship and cultivating an awareness of perceptual, cognitive, and aesthetic principles.

    Episode 36: Difference in Musical Training

    Episode 36: Difference in Musical Training

    In this episode, Marianne explores the differences in musical training. 

    • 22 min
    Episode 35: The Role of Spirituality

    Episode 35: The Role of Spirituality

    In this episode, Marianne guides us through her thoughts about the role of spirituality in her life. 

    • 24 min
    Episode 34: 3 Things I Learned Working w/Nadia Boulanger

    Episode 34: 3 Things I Learned Working w/Nadia Boulanger

    In this episode, Marianne very nostalgically recounts the 3 things she learned during her time working with Nadia Boulanger. 

    • 21 min
    Episode 33: Overcoming the Threshold of Incompetence

    Episode 33: Overcoming the Threshold of Incompetence

    In this episode, Marianne dives into the threshold that exist in regards to incompetence and enabling. 

    • 29 min
    Episode 32: Valuing what Endures

    Episode 32: Valuing what Endures

    In this episode, Marianne dives deep into the topic of valuing what endures. 

    • 20 min
    Episode 31: Project Encore

    Episode 31: Project Encore

    In this episode, Marianne and Karen discuss what an honor it is for Marianne to be a part of Project Encore.

    • 12 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
13 Ratings

13 Ratings

combsmattstrings ,

Breath of fresh air

I have had the privilege of knowing Marianne, since my first year of college when I studied privately w her. Here I am nearly 30(!) years later and I’m honored to count her as a friend and mentor. This podcast allows everyone to enjoy her unique insight and her kind, affable nature. This podcast is about music, but it’s really larger than that…it’s about living and being a human who happens to play music. Her concept of “chicken vision and eagle vision” is a cornerstone of my personal thinking and is a great aid personally and musically. I am so glad this podcast is available so everyone can benefit from Marianne and all she has to offer.

shadypinescott ,

Perfection!

I have had the great privilege of having Marianne as a teacher, mentored, and friend for 20 years. These podcasts are gold. They perfectly encapsulate her incredibly caring personality while explaining her method in an accessible way. Karen does a great job of asking probing questions. There is nothing quite so amazing as hearing Marianne unpack and simplify what we musicians are told are complex issues. I’m so grateful for Marianne and how incredibly meaningful her work has been to me and how much my students have benefited from what I learned.

SingingPianistFL ,

Great for all musicians and lovers of music

Marianne’s insight into how we understand and learn music and how to overcome the difficulties in our understanding is incredibly valuable to anyone studying or listening to music today.

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