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Iain Dove McAfee and Cara Weggler Menge are members of the Irish trad band Dòrain. We explore 3 of the main Irish scenes (sessions, dances, and stage performances) and unique etiquette and cultural features of each. We discuss what participating in a living tradition is like, nuances in the scene (don't order a PBR!), common tune types, the Caeli tradition and the key role of dance in Irish music, learning by ear, and the challenges of transitioning from Classical to Folk. They also share how "trying to come up with a band name is like friendship torture!" and how they settled on the name Dòrain... which means "otters" in Gaelic.

Follow Dòrain:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dorainband 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorainmusic/ 

Bandcamp: https://dorain.bandcamp.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4jQqaLiAXKnF0DlII9AvcB?si=8tIL9g2iQpeT88NuB8zp_w

Dòrain's music is also available anywhere you stream music (e.g. YT Music).




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Anastasia Verdoljak performs with the Ethnic Dance Theater in St. Paul, MN. She also plays in Transylvanian folk band Szászka . She shares her experience with traditional folk dances around the world, joys and challenges performing (complete with full costume changes!) and how performing traditional dance can be a political statement.  

Follow Ethnic Dance Theater:

https://www.instagram.com/ethnicdancetheatre/

https://www.facebook.com/ethnicdancetheatre/

Follow Szászka:

https://www.facebook.com/people/Sz%C3%A1szka/100063538058459/




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Marcy Irving is the Director and Founder of the Central Coast Gilbert and Sullivan Group. We discuss the history and impact of Gilbert and Sullivan's operas, the process of staging productions, and the sense of community within the music scene in San Luis Obispo, as well as the enduring humor and relevance of Gilbert and Sullivan's work and the timeless connection between people and music.


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https://www.facebook.com/CCGilbertandSullivan

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Laura Boswell is a songwriter and musician in Ashville, NC. We discuss her journey from classical music, to rock, and eventually classical guitar and folk/alt songwriting. She shares the emotional process of her songwriting, her use of alternate tunings, and using songwriting to work through emotions. She also shares the challenges of social media as an artist and creator, and lessons balancing music, livelihood, and mental health.



Follow Laura:
Website: https://www.lauraboswell.com/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LauraBoswell 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraboswell/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauraboswellmusic 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraboswellmusic

Here's a link to the music video for "Loss" and then the links to listen below:Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcAYf2whjcAListen: https://open.spotify.com/track/2olpXXMAbt8eptVNbvUEDB?si=8487877bd20c4149https://music.apple.com/us/album/loss/1534268198?i=1534268199https://lauraboswell.bandcamp.com/album/place-to-be





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Arthur Breur is a composer, pianist, and host of the Melodology Podcast. We discuss his unique approach to creativity, his fascination with melody, and the different ways he brings ideas to life in his compositions. He also talks about his work as a Composer in Residence, shares interesting insights about the musical moments that have impacted him, and explains the creation of his entertaining piece, 'The Ambitious Spider'. The episode is filled with engaging stories, important lessons, and a deep exploration of the craft behind creating impactful melodies.

Follow Arthur:

https://www.instagram.com/arthurbreur/

https://www.instagram.com/musicdrawnfromtheheart/

https://www.arthurbreur.com

https://www.composerinresidence.org

https://www.amberthespider.com

https://musescore.com/arthurbreur

https://www.youtube.com/@arthurbreur

https://patreon.com/melodypodcast

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Melanesia Hunter is the creator and curator of Tha Juice Joint and the Crockpot live music events in LA. Mel shares the origin story and evolution of these community-building music events, which started as intimate gatherings focusing on music and grew into notable venues bringing together hundreds of people weekly. She also talks on the financial, logistical, and emotional challenges she faced in creating these events while emphasizing the powerful impact they have on the community, on relationships, and on artists' music careers in an urban city like LA.

www.thajuicejoint.com

Ig/FB/X : @thajuicejoint

TikTok: @thajuicejointLA



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