Principles of Music

Principles of Music

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Principles of Music episodes

  • Ep.12 J.S. Bach's The St. Matthew Passion

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    In today's episode, Bryan talks about J.S. Bach's St. Matthew Passion

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    3 hr 55 min
  • Episode 11. Trust & Truth

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    In today's episode, Bryan talks about Trust and Truth.

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    00:00  What today's talk is about and Schopenhauer
    00:07 It's about trusting yourself
    00:10 Honesty with the musician's call
    00:17 How to start developing trust
    00:25 Understanding the Will - the dasein
    00:32 You’ve seriously got nothing to lose
    00:38 Put your will on it
    00:42 Being honest in cover bands
    01:07 Truth
    01:15  It’s the Heroes Journey!

    1 hr 53 min
  • Ep.10 The Philosophy of Groove

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    This episode was filmed as a live event on zoom. If you want to be involved with future episode recordings, join our pattern : https://www.patreon.com/PrinciplesofMusicPodcast

    In this session, Bryan discusses the role and importance of Rhythm and Groove. As well as, why it is often overlooked in favour of other aspects such as harmony or technique.

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    2 hr 7 min
  • Ep.9 The Riff

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    In today's episode, Bryan riffs on the subject of riffs. A traditionally guitaristic term that actually has a profound meaning if you're willing to approach it with one.

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Ep.8 Performance

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    In this episode, Bryan builds on the concepts discussed in ep.2 Artistry

    This episode looks to change your perspective on the role of performance and how it relates philosophically to self=belief, self-image and more

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    1 hr 25 min
  • Ep.7 Dynamics

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    In this episode, Bryan builds on the concepts discussed in ep.6 Sound.

    This episode looks to change your perspective on the role of dynamics in a piece of music by giving practical examples and exercises.

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    1 hr 32 min
  • Ep.6 Sound

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    In this episode Bryan talks about SOUND...

    a frequently overlooked aspect of our playing. We dive deeply into how the simple act of considering it and understanding the tools at your disposal will benefit your playing the-fold.

    With his typical blend of philosophising and practical examples, Bryan shows you how to discover the breadth of timbral diversity available to you on the instrument.

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    1 hr 17 min
  • Ep.5 Listening

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    In this episode, Bryan discusses the topic of "Listening"

    Most musicians simply don't listen enough. In this podcast, Bryan will talk you through the importance of listening, the act of listening, and some specific listening recommendations.

    These include:

    • String Quartets (e.g. Hyden, Mozart)
    • Beethovens String Quartet by the Suske Quartet
    • Mahler Symphony No.2
    • Beethoven's 5th Symphony

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    2 hr 34 min
  • Ep.4 Rhythm

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    In this episode Bryan explores the subject of rhythm and its often overlooked importance as one of the key principles of music.

    Addressing the the power of rhythm and it's role in the hierarchy of music and communication, this episode looks to give you a whole new perspective.

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    2 hr 31 min

About Principles of Music

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The Principles of Music Podcast is a series of talks, masterclasses and Q+A's with virtuoso guitarist Bryan Baker. Hosted by Luke Lewis of GuitarVivo.com, PoM is a unique look into the philosophy of…