116 episodes

The stage is dark, but the conversation is just beginning. Welcome to Utah Symphony | Utah Opera's Ghost Light podcast, a behind the curtain look into the world of classical music and opera and the artists who make it. Hosted by Jeff Counts and Carol Anderson. Produced and edited by Robert Bedont.

The Ghost Light Podcast (Utah Symphony | Utah Opera‪)‬ Utah Symphony | Utah Opera

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    • 4.9 • 12 Ratings

The stage is dark, but the conversation is just beginning. Welcome to Utah Symphony | Utah Opera's Ghost Light podcast, a behind the curtain look into the world of classical music and opera and the artists who make it. Hosted by Jeff Counts and Carol Anderson. Produced and edited by Robert Bedont.

    Episode 8.8 - Massenet's "Thaïs" Prelude

    Episode 8.8 - Massenet's "Thaïs" Prelude

    Hosts Jeff Counts and Carol Anderson preview the upcoming Utah Opera presentation of Massenet's "Thaïs." Giving you a behind the curtain look into this grandiose production, what to expect, and the history of Massenet's timeless work.

    • 30 min
    Episode 8.7 - A guitar Players Amusement Park with Gretchen Menn

    Episode 8.7 - A guitar Players Amusement Park with Gretchen Menn

    The Ghost Light Podcast sits down with guitarist Gretchen Menn and USUO VP of Education and Community Outreach Ben Kipp to discuss the upcoming Guitar Celebrations Festival featuring Another Night On Earth guitar ensemble with the Utah Symphony.

    • 33 min
    Episode 8.6 - Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" Prelude

    Episode 8.6 - Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" Prelude

    Hosts Jeff Counts and Carol Anderson preview the upcoming Utah Opera presentation of Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro."
    They discuss why this opera is among the most performed operas worldwide, what to expect with THIS production, and the history of Mozart's timeless work.

    • 29 min
    Episode 8.5 - Little Prince Prelude

    Episode 8.5 - Little Prince Prelude

    Hosts Jeff Counts and Carol Anderson give an in-depth look into Utah Opera's upcoming production of Rachel Portman and Nicholas Wright's "The Little Prince."
    The opera is based on the children's book of the same name by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Originally debuted in 2019 by Utah Opera, this colorful instant classic returns to the Capitol Theatre stage with a whole new cast.

    • 36 min
    Episode 8.4 - A Movie Music Deep Dive

    Episode 8.4 - A Movie Music Deep Dive

    Hosts Jeff Counts and Carol Anderson take a deep look into the origins of film music. From silent films to the first "talkies" and to the modern epic scores.
    What are their favorite movie scores? Who are their favorite creative partners? How does movie music fit in with the modern symphony orchestra? and finally, how do movie score composers stack up against the great composers in history?

    • 25 min
    Episode 8.3 - You Can Only Do Your Best with Creative Partner David Robertson

    Episode 8.3 - You Can Only Do Your Best with Creative Partner David Robertson

    Carol Anderson and Jeff Counts sit down with the newly appointed Utah Symphony Creative Partner, David Robertson, to discuss the genesis of his new role, the challenges and opportunities of programming a compelling concert, and what it's like being a part of a very musical family.

    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

BJ Bedont ,

Favorite classical music podcast

Jeff and Carol have excellent chemistry as co -hosts, and their guests always provide interesting, topical, and entertaining conversation.
My favorite is when they ask opera guests to tell what topic/character they want to see as a new opera!

GingerSnap49 ,

Great podcast

This is great for classical enthusiasts such as myself! Thank you!

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