Melodic Treks: A Star Trek Music Podcast

By Trek.fm

Melodic Treks is a Trek.fm podcast dedicated entirely to the music of Star Trek. Host Brandon-Shea Mutala explores the themes, orchestral scores, and incidental compositions that bring Star Trek episo... more

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How many episodes does Melodic Treks: A Star Trek Music Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 107 episodes available.

Melodic Treks: A Star Trek Music Podcast episodes:

March 01, 2014 5: Don't Be a Square
Vic Fontaine and DS9's
Jazz.
Deep Space Nine benefited from more of a hands-off approach from
the studio compared to the other series. And the moment at which
the writing staff really knew they could do whatever they wanted
was when they introduced Vic Fontaine and no one said "stop." In
this episode of Melodic Treks, Colin takes you on a trip to Quark's
Bar to spend some time with DS9's King of Swing. We talk about the
"man," his music, the effect he had on those around him, and, of
course, we venture into Vic's real-life counterpart, James
Darren—who, in addition to working with the DS9 crew, also worked
with none other than William Shatner. Thankfully, in that case, no
singing was involved.
...more
37min
March 01, 2014 5: Don't Be a Square
Vic Fontaine and DS9's
Jazz.
Deep Space Nine benefited from more of a hands-off approach from
the studio compared to the other series. And the moment at which
the writing staff really knew they could do whatever they wanted
was when they introduced Vic Fontaine and no one said "stop." In
this episode of Melodic Treks, Colin takes you on a trip to Quark's
Bar to spend some time with DS9's King of Swing. We talk about the
"man," his music, the effect he had on those around him, and, of
course, we venture into Vic's real-life counterpart, James
Darren—who, in addition to working with the DS9 crew, also worked
with none other than William Shatner. Thankfully, in that case, no
singing was involved.
...more
37min
February 15, 2014 4: From TMP to Gamma Hydra
Five
Favorites.
When La-La Land Records released a comprehensive collection of
music from The Original Series, it required 15 CDs. And that was
just the music from 80 episodes, many of which recycled elements.
That’s a lot of music. So with 728 episodes and films in all, it’s
an almost impossible task to pick just five favorites. But that is
exactly what we aim to do in this episode of Melodic Treks as we’re
joined by writer, composer, podcaster, and Trekkie Rick Moyer. Rick
is the first guest to pick his five favorites compositions from
across the Star Trek franchise. Some may surprise you, but there
are some firm fan-favorites as well. So enjoy listening to Rick’s
picks, and stick around for the end when we get to hear one of his
own compositions from his parody website.
...more
52min
February 15, 2014 4: From TMP to Gamma Hydra
Five
Favorites.
When La-La Land Records released a comprehensive collection of
music from The Original Series, it required 15 CDs. And that was
just the music from 80 episodes, many of which recycled elements.
That’s a lot of music. So with 728 episodes and films in all, it’s
an almost impossible task to pick just five favorites. But that is
exactly what we aim to do in this episode of Melodic Treks as we’re
joined by writer, composer, podcaster, and Trekkie Rick Moyer. Rick
is the first guest to pick his five favorites compositions from
across the Star Trek franchise. Some may surprise you, but there
are some firm fan-favorites as well. So enjoy listening to Rick’s
picks, and stick around for the end when we get to hear one of his
own compositions from his parody website.
...more
52min
February 01, 2014 3: Holst the Klingon
The Klingon Battle
Theme.
To know that Klingons are going into battle, you don’t need to
see a Bird-of-Prey swooping across the screen or an armor-clad
warrior wielding a mek’leth. No, all you need to do is use your
ears. The iconic music cues of the Klingons tell you all you need
to know.
In this episode of Melodic Treks, Colin Higgins delves into
another iconic piece of music, the "Klingon Battle.” Originally
envisaged as a stand-alone piece to convey one scene, it has become
synonymous with the Klingons. We explore the piece’s composer, its
influence on all Trek that came after The Motion Picture, and how
Gustav Holst may have contributed to its sound.
...more
40min
February 01, 2014 3: Holst the Klingon
The Klingon Battle
Theme.
To know that Klingons are going into battle, you don’t need to
see a Bird-of-Prey swooping across the screen or an armor-clad
warrior wielding a mek’leth. No, all you need to do is use your
ears. The iconic music cues of the Klingons tell you all you need
to know.
In this episode of Melodic Treks, Colin Higgins delves into
another iconic piece of music, the "Klingon Battle.” Originally
envisaged as a stand-alone piece to convey one scene, it has become
synonymous with the Klingons. We explore the piece’s composer, its
influence on all Trek that came after The Motion Picture, and how
Gustav Holst may have contributed to its sound.
...more
40min
January 18, 2014 2: The Pied Piper of Kataan
Picard’s Flute Solo from
The Inner Light.
One of the most memorable musical elements from The Next
Generation was the beautiful flute solo from “The Inner Light.”
During his time on the planet Kataan, Captain Picard learned to
play the Ressikan flute, and the journey to master the melody went
hand in hand with the passing of the years.
In this episode of Melodic Treks, Colin Higgins brings you the
background of the melody that Picard (as Kamin) played at his son’s
naming ceremony—a piece of music that is beloved by TNG fans and
well known to nearly every Star Trek fan. We delve into the
composer, Jay Chattaway, the performer, Brice Martin, and follow
the journey of the actual flute through the series and up to its
auction.
...more
44min

FAQs about Melodic Treks: A Star Trek Music Podcast:

How many episodes does Melodic Treks: A Star Trek Music Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 107 episodes available.