Silvia Music

We can listen to something over and over and we’ll never fully absorb every detail of what’s being played… that’s why we read our Bible’s over and over, because we don’t get everything the first time.”Dr. Cole Tutino shared his story and expertise with me. I also found interesting connections to burritos...

I sat down with Jake Litwin and talked about his experience as a metal player and the genre itself.  "If wanted to spoil metal for you, I'd tell you Black Sabbath was just a bunch a hippes from the 60s who were addicted to cocaine.  They weren't satanic monks or priests. They were hippies who got together and jammed."

Check out this chat where Danis VanderPloeg and I talk about her senior recital and her peculiar connection to Johnny Cash.

Catch a glimpse of Mr. Jarrod Richey's musical story, his insights into the Kodály method of music education, and his conviction about our current musical culture.  "You can communicate to your kids right now that music is important. We're not going to get out of the ditch overnight... it starts with baby steps and giving thanks."

Have you wondered about the origins of bluegrass? What makes up its stlye? Check out this interview with folk music scholar, (soon to be Dr.) Andrew Chaney.

"The number one tool, to be flat honest, is your ears. You can have all the equipment and gear in the world… it means nothing if your ears can’t understand what you’re doing.How does sound engineering work and what were some of the hot takes from Dusty Ledbetter's career? Tune into this episode to find out.

“Ideally, lyrics should not be embarrassing as a stand-alone poem.” “We have way more going on in our lives than what can be simply addressed by a contemporary worship song.”Check out this interview with Pastor Doug where we talk his musical story, ideal lyrics, and encourage congregant singers.

"I don’t want everybody to have the idea that when I take lessons on something, I have to end up professionally proficient… Come to the instrument, and be with it. Enjoy it."Check out this interview with Dr. Richard Fountain. We discuss his performance career, the history of the piano, and ideals for musicians.

Check out this show with Dr. Cody Laun. We chatted about his musical story, how to teach singing, and the benefit of being a vocalist.

Check out this interview with Ron B. where we discuss his musical story and what he's up to these days. Great bits of advice at the end."It all starts with a song... do at least one thing every single day that bumps the needle closer to where you want to go."Don't miss it!