Monday 18 April 2022

Episode 103 of my podcast - an interview with Sheila Simmenes

Singer songwriter Sheila Simmenes joins me for this latest episode of Harmonious World, sharing her experience of writing an album, recording in Brazil and Norway, and then finding the right producer to polish it ready for release.

    Love Was Easy blends a multitude of musical sounds from Sheila, who is well-known as a songwriter for international artists.

    Thanks to Sheila for allowing me to use clips from the album alongside our conversation.


Thursday 7 April 2022

A gentle introduction (should you need it) to Latin American music

I was pleased to be joined by conductor Gisele Ben-Dor for a chat about her latest album Cien Anos, which features the music of Piazzolla and Bandoneon player, arranger and composer Juanjo Mosalini.

    Cien Anos is a wonderful album and it was fascinating talking to Gisele about the lack of exposure for Latin American music and how this album was recorded.

    Thanks to Gisele for allowing me to use clips from the album alongside our conversation.