Where is the Music

By Alberto L. Ferro

From Classical to Jazz, Rock to Folk, modern to ancient, we will explore the content, meaning and beauty of music. Learn about musical pieces, styles, ideas; hear what music means from artists, musici... more

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Where is the Music episodes:

July 03, 2023 Ep. 9 - Rock is Dead, but Jazz lives on. Thoughts on music Genres.
In this episode I will discuss different music genres (Rock, Pop, Jazz and Classical), trying to shed some light on what it is exactly that defines each: I will talk about their technical features, style, culture, and aesthetics.
The related blog article is available on the website:
https://www.albertoferro.com/rock-is-dead
Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:
SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630
YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52
TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh
Support Where is the Music Podcast by donating your preferred amount through Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=94739340

Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
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46min
June 26, 2023 Ep. 8 – The Art of Michel Petrucciani
In this episode I will introduce you to the art of the great Jazz Pianist Michel Petrucciani, by talking about his style and by playing some of his works. What makes Petrucciani’s music so unique, relevant, touching, and at once so approachable?
Suggested listenings:
M. Petrucciani, Solo Live https://open.spotify.com/album/1UIR4gtN8IGdLQpcXPCJCO?si=29ydLqqqRK2wGBnt3i7LXQ
M. Petrucciani, Trio in Tokio https://open.spotify.com/album/6dQjlJvbdJeC5I702zPCo3?si=mNQO7HnESrqfjiguGfA7PA

M. Petrucciani, Conférence de Presse Vol. 1 https://open.spotify.com/album/5i8LJm3BfM4LARYL5zSZkH?si=PJ91UJezRLyb0VCJjQdWMw

Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:

SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630
YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52
TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh

Support Where is the Music Podcast by donating your preferred amount through Patreon:
patreon.com/user?u=94739340

Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
42min
June 19, 2023 Ep. 7 – Sound is Fundamental, Music is Emergent – ‘Fratres’, by Arvo Pärt
Musical analysis and investigation on the meaning of a true masterpiece of the 20th century. ‘Fratres’ represents a moment of dialogue between profound intellectualism and genuine emotionality, a rare case of Contemporary Art Music that speaks straightforwardly and without filters to the listener.
Why is this piece so meaningful? How come it connects with us in such a deep, almost metaphysical way?
The key is in the notes. I will offer an interpretation that takes from the score and integrates music with physics and geometry.
Link to Fratres, by Arvo Part, for Piano and Violin, performed by G. Kremer and K. Jarrett
https://open.spotify.com/track/1gRJOkMPSNUddnnfb0g2fF?si=dff7eccab767412a

Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:

SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd

APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630

YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52

TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh

Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
49min
June 12, 2023 Ep. 6 - What is a Theme?
Ep. 6 – What is a Theme?
Themes are very important in music: by pointing at a musical element, the term 'theme' describes the way in which (some) music comes into being and gives meaning to the creative process.
This episode starts by investigating the concept of Theme in music, with special reference to the classical composers (Beethoven in particular) whose work relates with it more significantly. In the second part I will question how the concept of Theme applies to modern music and whether it helps us appreciating it.

Here are the links to the compositions cited in the Podcast.
Beethoven, Sonata op.2 n.3, Allegro con brio (Brendel) https://open.spotify.com/track/2Ekwi8IfYRW9ckANfct6O3?si=7a9e11ad829846fe

Beethoven, Sonata op.10 n.3, Presto (Pollini) https://open.spotify.com/track/7rDHlgq58Dx4okXdKqKZ5d?si=1da2e460f1ea41a3

Beethoven, Sonata op.31 n.3, Allegro (Lortie) https://open.spotify.com/track/6Qh0eS9LyLcf2MEC1lSMgq?si=3ac04b16b68f400f

Bach, Italian Concerto, Andante (Schiff) https://open.spotify.com/track/6cOgvlORhWDipdm72Sc9hj?si=e227ec29a6f84f79

Haydn, Sonata n.46 in Ab, Allegro moderato (Pogorelich) https://open.spotify.com/track/36HoyJ2YWdOZbL0wrmHDLX?si=9d3dcaf2c3ee4a4d

Calling you, Jevetta Steele https://open.spotify.com/track/0TwsjNAtErKrdFImpIg9To?si=3f392d94cc76453a

Mack the Knife, Louis Armstrong https://open.spotify.com/track/0RNxWy0PC3AyH4ThH3aGK6?si=297dfb3c1bea4fb1

Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:

SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd

APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630

YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52

TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh

And Google Podcasts.

Links to my work:

Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
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47min
June 05, 2023 Ep. 5 - J.S.Bach, Toccata in C minor – The Evocative Power of Musical Symbolism
In this episode I will play and talk about this monumental piece for solo keyboard. I will discuss about Bach’s approach to composition and the form of the Toccata, touching on the aesthetic gaps between the language of High Baroque and our modern ears, giving examples of the Bach’s use of evocative symbolism to access a spiritual dimension.
In the end I will perform the Toccata. Hope you enjoy!
Bach, C Minor Toccata performed by M. Argerich: https://open.spotify.com/track/2Gc2SC2dx4Hey553o7fFTb?si=b58bd0d7312b4e15
Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:
SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630
YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52
TUNEIN https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Where-is-the-Music-p3735203/
Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
43min
May 29, 2023 Ep. 4 - Chopin, Mazurka in C# minor, ‘Maestoso’ Op. 41 n. 4
Mazurkas represent the pinnacle of Chopin style and a special opportunity for expressing his personal feelings towards life, time, and his country. In this episode I will investigate a Mazurka and gather insights into Chopin’s whole poetic world, richness of craft and depth of artistry.
After going into details, I will perform the Mazurka.
Here a recording by the great pianist Stanislav Bunin: https://open.spotify.com/track/5V1a46tfY5VsWJfpcFDTbG?si=de729e1bc8c445a3
Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.

It is available on all major platforms:
SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630
YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52
TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh

Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
25min
May 22, 2023 Ep. 3 – Music in the age of overabundance
In this episode I discuss the various challenges that technology and its potential pose to our personal musical fulfilment. How to deal with the unlimited creative possibilities of our time and age?
Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:
SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630
YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52
TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh
Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
18min
May 15, 2023 Ep. 2 - The Art of Harmonic Storytelling - Dolphin Dance, by H. Hancock
What is harmony in music, if not a way to playfully interact with the tensions and expectations intrinsic in music?
In this episode I dive deep into the harmony of 'Dolphin Dance', one of the most famous standards of modern Jazz. I show how Herbie Hancock's choice of chords delineates a unique, playful journey, perfect for letting our ideas run free.
The challenge is to talk about chords without mentioning chords, about harmony without mentioning harmonic functions. Yeah.
Here is Hancock performing it live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3WXPd6_IuA
Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical investigation.
It is available on all major platforms:
SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630
YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqRrwZuZFOqwXI4pJurmVn8NvXFD_Wr52
TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh
Links to my work:
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
17min
May 09, 2023 Ep. 1 - Melody, ladies & gentlemen. - Mendelssohn, Op.62 n.1
"Andante Espressivo", from Songs without Words, op.62 n.1, by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy.
A few reflections on the nature of a melody, taking this piece as an example of how to make meaningful music with a simple melody.
You can listen to a beautiful rendition here:
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/2GkpHh9kMSsEdsdS110ha9?si=5d5b3063e2d44594
Itunes https://music.apple.com/us/album/lieder-ohne-worte-op-62-no-1-andante-espressivo-in/1550212267?i=1550212659
Where is the Music Podcast is the home of musical
investigation. It is available on all the major platforms:
SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/1kBBFkibFPLXPG7xPT39Sd
APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-is-the-music/id1686494630

TUNEIN http://tun.in/ptYNh

Links to my work:

Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
14min
May 04, 2023 Episode 0 - Can we talk about music?
Welcome to the Where is the Music Podcast!
I am your host, Alberto, italian composer, jazz and classical pianist.
Today a new adventure into Music begins: inspired by the infinite depth of musical meanings, and the many conversations I had throughout years with artists, musicians, teachers, and students, I decided to share, out in the open, the ideas I encountered in this life-long journey of being a musician.
I will be talking about music, but also about everything surrounding the world of music: art, culture, creativity, expression, performance, education, musical development, but also repertoire, styles, a bit of philosophy of music and, of course, the deep meanings of music.
But first, we need to address the most relevant question of all: Where is the Music?
Music, concerts and blog: https://www.albertoferro.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSwjhqixWMo4Fs-qwQM9BPA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alberto.l.ferro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alberto.l.ferro
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hBpLXGCZigUh0wForJFiU
...more
6min

FAQs about Where is the Music:

How many episodes does Where is the Music have?

The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.