Mind Over Music

By Robert J. Matsuda

Why do certain popular songs or works of classical music have an effect on our emotions?

Can we use music theory to help us understand the relationship between composition and the human psyche?

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How many episodes does Mind Over Music have?

The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.

Mind Over Music episodes:

July 22, 2023 Episode 7: Invitation to the Dance
Robert Matsuda inteviews co-host Jeremy Gilien about his career in dance accompaniment. They discuss the structure of a typical ballet class and the many challenges that come with the job. Listeners will also learn about the skills necessary to succeed in this profession.
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42min
October 28, 2022 Episode 6: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - The Mysterious World of Hollywood Studio Orchestras
Jeremy Gilien asks co-host Robert Matsuda about his experience breaking into the L.A. studio orchestra world.

Most people outside of the entertainment industry are not aware of how session musicians are hired . . . or fired.

In some cases, it's best to remain ignorant.

Robert recounts how he was able to climb aboard the Titanic just as it was reaching the iceberg.
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33min
October 26, 2022 Behind Closed Doors: The Mysterious World of Hollywood Studio Orchestras
Jeremy Gilien asks co-host Robert Matsuda about his experiences playing for motion picture soundtracks and phonograph recordings.

In this candid and illuminating episode, Robert discusses the culture of studio orchestras and his attempts to break into a secretive industry.
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33min
April 26, 2022 Episode 5: THE LAMB LIES DOWN ON FAIRFAX AVENUE
MEMORIES OF A PROGRESSIVE ROCK YOUTH IN 1970s LOS ANGELES

When Yes opened for Black Sabbath in 1972, Jeremy Gilien's life was forever changed.

In fact, he didn't bother sticking around for the headliner.

Robert Matsuda asks him about that night, opening up a discussion about progressive rock, one of the greatly misunderstood genres in popular music.
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58min
August 02, 2021 Episode 4: 1969
Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood continues to inspire enthusiastic discussion between us.

Naturally, the talk will inevitably turn to its musical soundtrack.

This film is scored entirely with pop songs from the mid to late sixties, along with orchestral excerpts from other films, such Alfred Hitchcock's Torn Curtain.

Bernard Herrmann's score was shelved because of a falling out between director and composer.

Tarantino's inclusion of the forgotten score brings needed attention to a singularly talented film composer.

This episode will examine the ways Tarantino uses pop music to advance narrative.

We'll also discuss how this film had such a deeply felt impact on us.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a movie which reveals additional layers with each viewing.
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33min
August 02, 2021 1969 . . . .
Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood continues to inspire enthusiastic discussion between us.

Naturally, the talk will inevitably turn to its musical soundtrack.

This film is scored entirely with pop songs from the late sixties, along with orchestral excerpts from other films, such Alfred Hitchcock's Torn Curtain.

Bernard Herrmann's score was shelved because of a falling out between director and composer.

Tarantino's inclusion of the forgotten score brings needed attention to a singularly talented film composer.

This episode will examine the ways Tarantino uses pop music to advance narrative.

We'll also discuss how this film had such a deeply felt impact on us.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a movie which reveals additional layers with each viewing.
...more
33min
August 02, 2021 1969
Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood continues to inspire enthusiastic discussion between us.

Naturally, the talk will inevitably turn to its musical soundtrack.

This film is scored entirely with pop songs from the late sixties, along with orchestral excerpts from other films, such Alfred Hitchcock's Torn Curtain.

Bernard Herrmann's score was shelved because of a falling out between director and composer.

Tarantino's inclusion of the forgotten score brings needed attention to a singularly talented film composer.

This episode will examine the ways Tarantino uses pop music to advance narrative.

We'll also discuss how this film had such a deeply felt impact on us.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a movie which reveals additional layers with each viewing.
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33min
May 17, 2021 Episode 3: THE FOURTH SEAT
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M I N D O V E R M U S I C P O D C A S T

BACH
MOZART
BEETHOVEN

Three of the most highly venerated composers in history of classical music.

But if you had to make room for one more genius at the top, who would it be?

Mind Over Music wants to find out who will get the fourth seat
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38min
April 10, 2021 Episode 2: HOOKS + EARWORMS
What part of a song constitutes a hook?

Can it be a vocal melody or part of an instrumental riff?

And what is the difference between a hook and an ear worm?

In Episode Two of MIND OVER MUSIC, we dissect and analyze four Beatles songs to get a better look at their song structure.
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36min
March 24, 2021 Episode 1: SNOBBERY!
Snobbery in music.

Is it justifiable?

The musical snob: enlightened purist or insufferable jerk?

Listen to our first ever episode of MIND OVER MUSIC and join the conversation.
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26min

FAQs about Mind Over Music:

How many episodes does Mind Over Music have?

The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.