The Universal Language of Music

By Benjamin Witkowski

What's The Universal Language of Music about?

A Podcast series exploring the incredible power of music, and how it connects and unites the world, represents our emotions, and showcases beautiful cultures.

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The Universal Language of Music episodes:

06.09.2022
Episode 13 - Interview - Stu Watts: Producer, Sound Engineer, Artist
Stu Watts is the next guest on the podcast. Stu is a brilliant producer and sound engineer at Marshall Street Studios and Stu Watts Audio. Stu has produced over 160 songs and amassed over 1 million streams on Spotify alone....
06.09.2022
Episode 12 - Interview - James Dominko: Photographer, Videographer
James Dominko is the first guest in 'The Universal Language of Music' series. James is a Melbourne-based photographer and videographer who specialises in band photography and videography. To see more of James' incredible skills, check out his various pages: W: https://www.jamesdominko.com/ F: https://www.facebook.com/jamesdominkophoto I:...
06.09.2022
Episode 11 - Music: The Cultural Connection
In this episode, Ben explains his hiatus from the podcast, and shares an insight into what's coming next; whilst touching briefly on the importance of authenticity, trust, and reciprocity in appreciating cultural music.
08.31.2021
Episode 10 - Review (Podcast)
Ben summarises the first 9 chapters of this series, and explains what is in store for the future
08.31.2021
Episode 10 - Review (Audiobook)
Ben summarises the first 9 chapters of the series, and talks about what is in store for the future.
08.05.2021
Episode 9 - The Glory of Live Music (Podcast)
In this episode, Ben looks back at his fondest memories of live music, and explains how to play 'Suck the Peach'.
08.05.2021
Episode 9 - The Glory of Live Music (Audiobook)
Episode 9 talks about the amazing glory of live music, focusing on its economic benefits, its impact on human cultural function, and just how it important it is to an artist. Narrated by Ben Witkowski
07.22.2021
Episode 8 - The Art of Songwriting (Podcast)
In this episode, Ben hits the road and talks about all things pop music, including his undenying love for Taylor Swift.
07.22.2021
Episode 8 - The Art of Songwriting (Audiobook)
In Episode 8, Ben looks at the genre of pop music and how artists like The Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Coldplay use clever songwriting techniques and formulas to appeal to a large group of people from all over the world. Narrated...
07.08.2021
Episode 7 - Music and the Brain (Audiobook)
Episode 7 looks at the impacts music has on the brain, including the ability for music to heal through music therapy. The question is also raised and explored as to whether music is a result of biological evolution or human...
07.08.2021
Episode 7 - Music and the Brain (Podcast)
In Episode 7, Ben talks about the newly created concept of being 'whelmed', how musicians are like peacocks and peahens, and the importance of letting creativity flourish
06.24.2021
Episode 6 - Is Music Really a Language? (Podcast)
In this episode, Ben explores whether music is indeed a language or not. He speaks about how music can transcend language groups, citing songs in different languages that still have meaning to those that don't speak that language. Ben dives in...
06.24.2021
Episode 6 - Is Music Really a Language? (Audiobook)
This is an audiobook reading of 'The Universal Language of Music's 6th blog post, assessing and analysing whether music really is a language or not, with some fascinating results. Narrated by Ben Witkowski
06.03.2021
Episode 5 - Origins of 'The Universal Language' (Podcast)
In this episode, Ben explores the origins of the 'universal language of music' phrase, as well as some other seemingly bizarre concepts in the world that have found themselves as being the norm.
06.03.2021
Episode 5 - Origins of 'The Universal Language' (Audiobook)
This is an audiobook reading of 'The Universal Language Of Music's 5th blog post, exploring the origins of where the phrase, "music is our universal language" first appeared in the 1820s, and following its journey to widespread use in the...
05.20.2021
Episode 4 - The History of Music (Part 3) - From the Medieval Period to the Present Day (Podcast)
Join Ben for Episode 4 as he explores two magical stories from his family's history that helped shape his musical identity.
05.20.2021
Episode 4 - The History of Music (Part 3) - From the Medieval Period to the Present Day (Audiobook)
This is an audiobook reading of 'The Universal Language Of Music's 4th blog post, looking into the chronological timeline of Music's progression through Western Europe in different periods. Narrated by Ben Witkowski
05.06.2021
Episode 3 - The History of Music (Part 2) - Greece and China (Podcast)
In this episode, Ben drills down into the meaning of life; whether that be enduring a bad toilet, buying a wooden ornament, or even dissecting his song 'Mountain Man.
05.06.2021
Episode 3 - The History of Music (Part 2) - Greece and China (Audiobook)
This is an audiobook reading of 'The Universal Language Of Music's 3rd blog post, looking into the philosophical evolution of ancient Greek and Chinese culture, and in particular the role that Pythagoras and Confucius played in harnessing music's power to...
04.22.2021
Episode 2 - The History of Music Part 1 - Indigenous Australia, Mesopotamia, Egypt (Podcast)
Join Ben in his second discussion-style podcast as he talks about his time as a tour guide across Australia, the connection that music gave people on tours with each other and the places they were visiting, as well as some...
04.22.2021
Episode 2 - The History of Music Part 1 - Indigenous Australia, Mesopotamia, Egypt (Audiobook)
This is an audiobook reading of 'The Universal Language Of Music's 2nd blog post, looking into the role music played in the civilisations of Indigenous Australia, Mesopotamia, and Egypt. This episode looks at the cultural significance of music, as well...
04.22.2021
Episode 1 - An Introduction (Podcast)
Join Ben in his first discussion-style podcast as he introduces you to the future of this series, drawing on his own experiences and memories, and letting you know how you can be involved.
04.22.2021
Episode 1 - An Introduction (Audiobook)
This is an audiobook reading of 'The Universal Language Of Music's 1st blog post, introducing why music is such an incredible and powerful force for good in the world. This episode introduces you to the host, Ben Witkowski, and his...
04.04.2021
Preface
This short podcast is to let you know what will be covered in the upcoming series, the format around it, and how you can get involved and be a part of the conversation!

What's The Universal Language of Music about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Universal Language of Music episodes:

Episode 13 - Interview - Stu Watts: Producer, Sound Engineer, Artist

Episode 12 - Interview - James Dominko: Photographer, Videographer

Episode 11 - Music: The Cultural Connection

Episode 10 - Review (Podcast)

Episode 10 - Review (Audiobook)

Episode 9 - The Glory of Live Music (Podcast)

Episode 9 - The Glory of Live Music (Audiobook)

Episode 8 - The Art of Songwriting (Podcast)

Episode 8 - The Art of Songwriting (Audiobook)

Episode 7 - Music and the Brain (Audiobook)

Episode 7 - Music and the Brain (Podcast)

Episode 6 - Is Music Really a Language? (Podcast)

Episode 6 - Is Music Really a Language? (Audiobook)

Episode 5 - Origins of 'The Universal Language' (Podcast)

Episode 5 - Origins of 'The Universal Language' (Audiobook)

Episode 4 - The History of Music (Part 3) - From the Medieval Period to the Present Day (Podcast)

Episode 4 - The History of Music (Part 3) - From the Medieval Period to the Present Day (Audiobook)

Episode 3 - The History of Music (Part 2) - Greece and China (Podcast)

Episode 3 - The History of Music (Part 2) - Greece and China (Audiobook)

Episode 2 - The History of Music Part 1 - Indigenous Australia, Mesopotamia, Egypt (Podcast)

Episode 2 - The History of Music Part 1 - Indigenous Australia, Mesopotamia, Egypt (Audiobook)

Episode 1 - An Introduction (Podcast)

Episode 1 - An Introduction (Audiobook)

Preface