Today’s Guest is Brian McWhorter. I first met Brian many years ago when he first made an appearance on the faculty at Chosen Vale International Trumpet Seminar. He made an impression then, and I was very taken by his thoughtful approach to art making and willingness to question the trajectory of the arts.

Brian has been an invaluable critic of music education and conservatory curricula. This discussion touches on many of these subjects, and while we may disagree on the degree to which the patriarchy is even real, we share a concern for the future of the arts, when its proponents seem to be so intent on removing all creativity from the equation in arts education. I hope this will be the first of many discussions with Brian, whose insights I value so greatly. I hope you enjoy this brief discussion in anticipation of more to come.