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The Culture Bar is a panel discussion podcast exploring, dissecting and shedding light on important topics in the arts and music world which matter to you.
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Feb 22, 2023
Speed pod: Bulgaria
In our ‘speed pod’ mini-series of quick insights into music and culture from around the world, we talk to music industry professionals about the music of their homeland, to give us a view into different music, composers, sounds and instruments which make music both unique and universal.
This time, we will be talking to Polyarts Associate Manager: Artists & Projects Eva Pires to tell us more about the sounds of Bulgaria. Eva tells us about what influences there are on Bulgarian music and the importance of folk, stories and the landscape on creating these special musical compositions, the musical sounds associated with the country including unique musical instruments used by shepherds, in wedding bands and a unique style of ‘throat’ singing, and introduces us to several Bulgarian composers and musicians and Ethno Jazz.
Eva was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
Eva’s Recommendations: Instruments: Traditional throat singing: The Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices: live session Flutes: Kaval and Duduk Bagpipe: Gaida Violin: Gadulka Drum: Tapan
Composer: Pancho Vladigerov “Vardar” Op.16 for violin and piano “Humoreske” Op.15 “Seven Bulgarian Symphonic Dances”, Op.23
Other music: Bulgarian Ethno Jazz is popular round the world. Two musicians that tour a lot: Teodosii Spasov – kaval “Gypsy Dance” Stefanovski, Tadic and Spassov: “Ne si go prodavaj…”
Ivo Papazon “Ibryama” – clarinet “Fairground” Ivo Papazov & Trakia Band with Gadulka virtuoso Vasil Denev Improvisation session
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases
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Jan 25, 2023
Speedpod: France
In our ‘speed pod’ mini-series of quick insights into music and culture from around the world, we talk to music industry professionals about the music of their homeland, to give us a view into different music, composers, sounds and instruments which make music both unique and universal.
This time, we will be talking to HarrisonParrott Social Media Officer Lucie Rivet to tell us more about the sounds of France. Lucie tells us about what influences there are on French music, the musical sounds that are associated with the country, unique musical instruments which teach canaries how to sing, and introduces us to several French composers. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Lucie also gives us her personal recommendations for a French book, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding French culture and its contribution to the world.
Lucie was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases
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Oct 31, 2022
How the music industry can get more involved in music education to broaden music career horizons
In this Culture Bar Podcast, we focus on collaborations between Higher Education and the Music Industry, the breadth and diversity of Career Pathways, and what could be improved to ensure that inclusive access to the music industry continues to be a priority for all involved.
Hosted by HP Foundation's Manager, Lissy Kelleher-Clarke, the panel includes Jay Picasso (Artist Relationship Manager at Abbey Road), Dr. Oli Morris (Director of Education & Skills of UK Music), Hannah Eakins (CEO of Production Futures) and Ruth Minton (Lecturer at University of Liverpool & HP Foundation Trustee).
This podcast is part of the HarrisonParrott Foundation's Music Access Awareness Week.
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Oct 12, 2022
Speed Pod: HarrisonParrott Dance with Henry St Clair
In this episode of our speed podcast mini-series, we talk to Henry St Clair, the Senior Management of our Dance department. We talk about what it's like to manage our new and growing Dance department, his own experiences in the professional dance world and tips for those looking to experience dance for the first time.
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Jul 29, 2022
Creative Access: Securing internships in the creative sector
In this Culture Bar Podcast, we talk to current and past interns of HarrisonParrott who went through the Creative Access process, a company that enables people from communities under-represented in the creative industries to access careers, progress and reach leadership. We ask our panellists for advice on how to secure an internship, how they found the whole process and what they are hoping to achieve or have achieved following the internship.
In this informative conversation, we are thrilled to be joined by five wonderful panellists:
Alisha Kaur is currently our Accounts Assistant but started at HarrisonParrott as an Accounts Assistant Intern.
Kaya Brown originally started as an intern for touring and artist management. Now she works in the HR department as HR and Operations Coordinator.
Mia Musa-Green is currently our Intern Artist Coordinator for the vocal team.
Matthew Law started working at HarrisonParrott as an Artist Coordinator Intern, then stayed as a permanent staff as an Artist Coordinator.
Lucy Madaras was also an Artist Coordinator Intern at HarrisonParrott.
This episode is hosted by HP’s Lauren O'Brien.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases.
A special thank you to Robert Cochrane as the composer of the theme tune music, and Merlyn Thomas our editor.
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Jul 11, 2022
Creative Iceland: Cultural activities for children at concert venues
Welcome to Creative Iceland – a special The Culture Bar mini-podcast series focusing on the creative scene in Iceland. This series is hosted by Icelander Arna Margrét Jónsdóttir from HarrisonParrott. Arna will be speaking with fellow Icelanders about various topics related to the creative scene in Iceland.
For this episode we will explore cultural activities for children at concert venues, focusing on Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre. We will go over the importance of children’s culture, look into recent policy changes around children’s cultural activities at subsidised concert venues, and learn about cultural activities for, with and by children taking place at Harpa.
Svanhildur Konráðsdóttir is the Director of Harpa – Concert Hall and Conference Center in Reykjavík, Iceland. Svanhildur has over twenty years of successful experience in the cultural sector in Iceland and abroad. Since 2004, she served as a board member of the company that oversaw the construction and preparation of Harpa’s operations, then served on the board of directors from 2011 – 2016. She became the director of Harpa in 2017. In recent years, Svanhildur was the Director of Culture and Tourism of Reykjavík responsible for Reykjavík City’s cultural, artistic and tourism activities. This included the overseeing of operation of numerous cultural institutions and Visit Reykjavik — events and marketing office which she started. She headed the bid leading up to Reykjavík becoming a UNESCO City of Literature and also the Reykjavík Music City Program. Svanhildur’s background is in culture, journalism and media and she is the author of two books. She has worked for Reykjavík Arts Festival, Reykjavík European City of Culture 2000 and the National Broadcasting Service. She was the chairperson of UNICEF in Iceland for six years and has served on various other boards — now on the board of The Red Cross in Reykjavík. Among international art projects is the collaboration with Yoko Ono on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Videy island and the international promotion of Icelandic arts and culture through various channels and partners.
Ingibjörg Fríða Helgadóttir is a musician, creative workshop leader and children’s culture project manager at Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre. She has diverse education and experience in various fields of music and a degree in Creative Music Communication from the Iceland University of the Arts. In the last years, she has focused on children’s culture, creating, and hosting cultural podcasts for children and families at the Icelandic National Television and Radio (RÚV), teaching and performing music to and for children and leading music improv and composition workshops in various settings, for example in art festivals, music schools and concert venues such as Harpa. As a project manager, she supervises the children and family program in Harpa (which includes concerts, workshops, and other events) as well as the musical experimentation space in Harpa, Hljóðhimnar. The aim is to make Harpa familiar to every child, support culture for children, with children but most importantly culture by children.
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May 9, 2022
Speed pod: A guide to running a digital event with Virtual Circle
Welcome to this special Virtual Circle episode of The Culture Bar. In this speed pod series, we explore online streaming and digital content for classical music and the arts, thinking about what the future might look like. We also give tips and insights into the digital space and how it is developing for classical music, as well as to share our experiences of holding online events.
In this episode, we give you a practical guide to running a digital event, and the questions you should ask yourself before setting up an event. Photo ©Apple & Biscuit Recordings, taken at Sean Shibe's Virtual Circle concert recording at St Martin-in-the-Fields Church, London.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases
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Apr 12, 2022
How to support the development of young artists: journey from conservatoire to concert hall
In this episode of The Culture Bar podcast series, we explore what the career paths of young artists look like and how we can support up-and-coming artists. We will unpick barriers to entry for young musicians and understand what skills are required, what success looks like, and what talent managers look for when signing a new artist.
Our incredible panel includes:
* Lydia Connolly – Head of Artist Management, HarrisonParrott
* Randall Goosby – American violinist, Decca Classics recording artist, and former Winner of Young Concert Artists International Auditions, amongst many other accolades
* Benjamin Woodroffe – President, Global Foundation for the Performing Arts
Hosted by HP’s Henry Southern
This episode is part of our ‘Under the Spotlight’ podcast series where we shine a light on ‘challenging’ topics in the arts, and focus on guests living these experiences and who are working to create change in the sector. The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts. Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer and all good podcatcher sites. Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases. A special thank you to Robert Cochrane, the composer of the theme tune music, and Merlyn Thomas, our editor.
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Apr 5, 2022
After Hours: Mark Pemberton ABO
HarrisonParrott’s Henry Southern talks with Mark Pemberton OBE, CEO of the Association of British Orchestras, about the current landscape in the UK orchestral sector and classical music more broadly.
Mark provides an insightful snapshot of the challenges facing UK orchestra managers today covering a broad range of topics including COVID, Brexit, sustainability, inclusion and diversity, relevance, and funding structures. We also reflect on the resilience and entrepreneurship of colleagues within the industry.
Resources:
William J. Baumol and William G. Bowen: On the Performing Arts: The Anatomy of their Economic Problems ABO Green Guide Scottish Classical Music Green Guide I’M IN – Music Masters
After Hours chats are a spin-off series from The Culture Bar, discussing issues relating more broadly to the arts and culture sector.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases.
A special thank you to Robert Cochrane the composer of our theme tune music, and Merlyn Thomas our editor.
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Mar 14, 2022
Speed pod: Iceland
We talk to HarrisonParrott Artist and Project Manager Arna Jonsdottir to tell us more about the sounds of Iceland. Arna tells us what influences there are on Icelandic music, what we can expect when listening to Icelandic music, and introduces us to two Icelandic composers. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Arna also gives us her personal recommendations for an Icelandic book, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding Icelandic culture and its contribution to the world.
Arna was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
Arna’s Recommendations: Book: Independent People by Nobel laureate Halldór Laxness Album: Önnur Mósesbók with Moses Hightower Film: Woman at War by Benedikt Erlingsson Rímur: Listen to Icelandic folk traditional singing Traditional Icelandic langspil and fidla (fiðla) instruments: Find out more Bathroom Dance, from the film Joker composed by Halldór Úlfarsson: Watch here
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases
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Mar 8, 2022
Afters Hours: Brass for Africa & Gender Inquality
In this International Women’s Day After Hours chat, we speak to Andrea Berbegal, Director of Development at Brass for Africa, and Sumayya, Music and Life-Skills Teacher based in Uganda. Our conversation focussed on the important work Brass for Africa do tackling gender inequality in communities in Uganda, Rwanda and Liberia. Not only educating young people to play brass instruments, but also using the power of music to bridge gender inequality divides, and to empower, inspire and give confidence to women in these communities to follow their dreams. Interviewed and hosted by HP’s Fiona Livingston Links and Resources
Brass for Africa is an award-winning charity that delivers music education with integrated life-skills training to over 1,000 disadvantaged children and young people in Uganda, Liberia and Rwanda.
Working in partnership with over 20 community-based organisations, our local team of teachers are all African and alumni of the programmes themselves. They teach music, and t…
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Feb 7, 2022
Speed pod: Wales
In our ‘speed pod’ mini-series of quick insights into music and culture from around the world, we talk to music industry professionals about the music of their homeland, to give us a view into different music, composers, sounds and instruments which make music both unique and universal.
In this episode, we talked to HarrisonParrott Marketing Assistant Holly Gedge to tell us more about the sounds of Wales. Holly tells us what influences there are on Welsh music, what we can expect when listening to Welsh music, and introduces us to two Welsh composers. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Holly also gives us her personal recommendations for a Welsh book, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding Welsh culture and its contribution to the world.
Holly was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
Holly’s Recommendations: Book: Running for the Hills by Horatio Clare Album: Live at Treorchy with Max Boyce Film: Dream Horse YouTube: Wales…
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Jan 10, 2022
Speed pod: Poland
In this speed pod episode, we talked to HarrisonParrott Artist Coordinator Maja Rath to tell us more about the sounds of Poland. Maja tells us about what influences there are on Polish music, and introduces us to several highly influential Polish composers. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Maja also gives us her personal recommendations for a Polish novelist, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding Polish culture and its contribution to the world.
Maja was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
Maja’s Recommendations:
* Book (novelist): Stanisław Lem — sci-fi author of Solaris.
* Album: Zakopower’s Boso
* Film: The Pianist, director Roman Polanski. Watch the trailer here.
Listen to Maja’s Spotify playlist of Polish music recommendations here.
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Dec 14, 2021
Speed Pod: Festive Favourites
In this special Festive speed podcast, we talk to five HarrisonParrott colleagues about the festive music from their homeland including UK, Japan, China and Norway, and the music that brings them a sense of nostalgia at this time of year. Thank you to Yukiko Shishikura, Lissy Kelleher Clarke, Henry Southern, Karoline Meltstveit, and Kerry Chen. Their recommendations include: Beethoven’s Symphony No.9 — Bach Collegium Japan conducted by Maasaki Suzuki Godnattsang for Nissunger — Amalie Lonely Christmas — Eason Chen Now That’s What I Call Christmas 1984 — assorted artists Listen to the Spotify playlist here.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer, Stitcher, Pocket Casts and all good podcatcher sites.
Use #theculturebar or follow us on Twitter @_TheCultureBar to keep up with our latest releases.
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Dec 8, 2021
COP26 reflections - the future of dialogue & cultural exchange
In this episode of The Culture Bar, we reflect on the learnings and outcomes of the COP26 conference in Glasgow and how these can be integrated into delivering global creative projects whilst still conserving the planet. Our discussion also considers the merits (or not!) of digital and virtual experiences vs in-person interactions, as well as discussing what future methods are out there to ensure that cultural exchange still takes place.
We are joined by four expert panellists to share in these reflections:
* Brandon Ferderer – Director of Global Community, Shared_Studios
* Samantha McShane – Head of Artistic Planning, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
* Rosanna Lewis – Creative Commissions and Culture & Development Lead, British Council
* Lauren Livesey – Partnerships Manager, Curatours
Hosted by HP’s Henry Southern
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Dec 6, 2021
Speed Pod: China c-pop
In our ‘speed pod’ mini-series of quick insights into music and culture from around the world, we talk to music industry professionals about the music of their homeland, to give us a view into different music, composers, sounds and instruments which make music both unique and universal.
In this episode, we will be talking to HarrisonParrott Marketing Intern Kerry Chen to tell us more about the sounds of c‑pop music in China. Kerry tells us about what influences there are on Chinese pop music, the musical sounds and influences that are associated with this genre, and introduces us to several leading figures in the c‑pop world. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Kerry also gives us her personal recommendations for two books, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding Chinese culture and its contribution to the world.
Kerry was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
Kerry’s Recommendations:
Books: Frog, by Moyan, and Tiny Time…
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Nov 17, 2021
Speed Pod - What is music publishing?
In this Speed Pod mini-series episode, we talk to Birdsong Publishing Manager Milly Paine to tell us more about, and demystify, the world of music publishing.
As well as telling us what music publishing is, Milly also enlightens us as to what a publishing manager does, what happens to composers’ music, how they get paid, creative outlets for their music, and how a publishing manager can help a composer’s career to grow.
Resources:
* Birdsong
* Music Publishers Association
* Musicians Union
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Nov 1, 2021
Speed pod: Switzerland
In our ‘speed pod’ mini-series of quick insights into music and culture from around the world, we talk to music industry professionals about the music of their homeland, to give us a view into different music, composers, sounds and instruments which make music both unique and universal.
Today, we will be talking to HarrisonParrott Artist Coordinator Theodor Küng to tell us more about the sounds of Switzerland. Theo tells us about what influences there are on Swiss music, the musical sounds that are associated with the country, unique musical instruments, and introduces us to several Swiss composers. As well as providing listeners with a wealth of musical insights, Theo also gives us his personal recommendations for a Swiss book, album and film, so we can dive deeper into understanding Swiss culture and its contribution to the world.
Theo was interviewed by HP’s Fiona Livingston.
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Oct 29, 2021
Race and the Civic Responsibility of the Arts
A special podcast episode for Black History Month, we delve into race and the civic responsibility of the arts.
In this insightful and inspiring conversation, we are thrilled to be joined by these wonderful panellists:
* Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante – producer, composer, musician, dancer and DJ; co-founder and co-artistic director of the hip-hop dance company, Boy Blue
* Kaya Brown – Artist Coordinator at Polyarts and Creative Access alumnus
* Cliff Fluet – Joint Head of Media & Entertainment at Lewis Silkin, Chair of the Ivors Academy Trust, and Help Musicians Trustee
* Samir Savant – CEO of St George’s Bristol and trustee for the HarrisonParrott Foundation
Hosted by HP's Henry Southern
This episode is part of our ‘Under the Spotlight’ podcast series where we shine a light on ‘challenging’ topics in the arts, and focus on guests living these experiences and who are working to create change in the sector.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series creat…
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Oct 26, 2021
Music, Mind and Brain
How does your brain respond to music? We discuss the links between music psychology and neuroscience, investigating topics such as exposure to music in young children, music perception and the cognitive neuroscience of music.
We are joined by three expert panellists to help us navigate this fascinating topic: Professor Lauren Stewart
Lauren is a Professor of Psychology at Goldsmiths where she founded the MSc in Music Mind and Brain and co-leads a research group in this area. She has published widely on topics including learning and plasticity, congenital amusia, earworms and therapeutic aspects of music. She has been engaged in several citizen science and public engagement projects, including a Silent Disco earworm experiment at Manchester’s Museum of Science and Industry, a live experiment on musical plagiarism at the Science Museum’s Dana Centre and an in-depth discussion on the ‘Tingle Factor’ in music as part of Radio 3’s Wellcome Collection residency. Professor Dani…
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Sep 28, 2021
Creative Iceland: Inspired by Nature?
Welcome to Creative Iceland – a special The Culture Bar mini-podcast series focusing on the creative scene in Iceland.
This series is hosted by Icelander Arna Margrét Jónsdóttir from HarrisonParrott. Arna will be speaking with fellow Icelanders about various topics related to the creative scene in Iceland.
In this first episode, we are joined by Dr. Arnar Eggert Thoroddsen an Icelandic music journalist and scholar, and we discuss the popular assertion that the unique natural environment is the source of creative inspiration for artists and creatives in Iceland.
Iceland has long been associated with a high level of creativity and many believe the country’s striking natural environment is a major contributing factor when it comes to creative inspiration. During this interview, we focus on the music scene and explore why this connection between nature and creativity has become so dominant in the discourse around the creative scene in Iceland and how it affects the artists and th…
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Aug 20, 2021
Technology and the Arts: Future Predictions
In this bonus episode of The Culture Bar podcast, we are sharing something a little bit different with you; a compilation of responses to a special bonus question we asked some of our guests from previous episodes.
We asked this post-interview question: ‘How will technology influence arts and culture?'.
These informative, insightful ideas, predictions and thoughts have been edited together so you can hear how music and arts experts think digital and tech will impact the sector, and what this might look like.
You will hear opinions from:
* Professor Anatol Lieven of Georgetown University in Qatar, from our first episode ‘The Green New Deal and the Arts’, thinking about technology in the context of architecture, sustainability and public spaces.
* Arts development and fundraising experts Diana Williams, Simon Fairclough from CBSO, and Charlotte Appleyard from Royal Academy of Arts appeared in our second episode ‘Sponsorship in a Pandemic', and talked about the need for a…
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Jun 30, 2021
After Hours: Bringing Diverse Voices to Theatre and Audio Drama
“…it’s not who you are, but what you bring”
In this After Hours fireside chat, we spoke to playwright Fin Kennedy. Our conversation focussed on Bringing Diverse Voices to Theatre and Audio Drama.
In this insightful and inspirational interview you will hear:
>Fin’s approach to writing dramas and topic focus
>insights into his BBC Radio 4 play ‘On Kosovo Field’ and the inspiration and message behind it
>his new audio drama series ‘Out of the Woods’ supporting emerging Balkan writers
>Fin's role as Artistic Director at Tamasha Theatre Company and Tamasha Playwrights
>what more needs to be done in the theatre and audio drama industry to ensure marginalised voices are heard
> what more could have been done during COVID19 to support theatres and playwrights
Interviewed and hosted by HP’s Fiona Livingston
Useful links and resources:
Connect with Fin: Fin’s Twitter: @finkennedy
Resources: Out of the Woods podcast series On Kosovo Field on BBC Radio 4 Tam…
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Jun 2, 2021
After Hours: Smashing the Glass Ceiling - Women in Publishing
In this After Hours fireside chat, we spoke to Katie Packer, Commissioning Editor at Headline Publishing. Our conversation focussed on the role and importance of women in the publishing sector, achievements and where improvements can be made.
In this frank and insightful interview you will hear:
>how the publishing industry has evolved
>where and in what roles can women be found
>where women lead in publishing
>what support is there for women wanting to progress through the ranks
>does gender matter when signing an author?
>are there gender-specific authoring sectors?
>identifying gender bias and lack of BAME representation
>inspirational women in publishing
>pinpointing gaps for improvement in the industry
>key words of advice for women wanting to get into publishing or becoming an author
Interviewed and hosted by HP’s Fiona Livingston
Useful links and resources:
Connect with Katie: Katie’s Twitter: @katierpacker Katie’s Instagram: @katiepacker
Books and podcast r…
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May 18, 2021
After Hours: Future of Museums
In celebration of International Museum Day (18 May 2021), we spoke to Sarah Kirkham, Museum Officer at the Museum of Enfield in London. Our conversation focussed on the key theme of the Day 'The Future of Museums: Recover and Reimagine’.
Sarah draws on her museum career to set the tone and incorporates her diverse collections experience. She shares with us how to manage a collection during a crisis, her insights on what changes museums have implemented, what's here to stay, and what the future might look like.
In this insightful and personal experience-based interview you will hear:
>how to rethink a COVID hit museum project in 7 hours
>a new working life pattern
>the importance of digital in making museums and collections accessible and to reach new visitors
>taking museums outside
>increasing importance of nurturing and encouraging local communities to engage with museums
>a renewed focus on partnerships and collaborations across the museum sector
Sarah is interviewed by H…
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Apr 22, 2021
Under the Spotlight: How the Arts can respond to the Climate Emergency
To celebrate Earth Day (22 April 2021) we discuss how the arts can respond to the climate emergency.
"if we can turn those powerful machines and those artists and those platforms into the direction of normalising the changes that need to happen, and the shift that people need to make, and the sacrifices that people need to bring into their lives, supported by government, then I think the arts is going to be one of the most powerful influences. 'Culture eats strategy for breakfast'... we just need to make sure that art can survive, can proliferate, be back to the same capacity that it was a year ago. And that we’re supporting artists in helping to paint a better future, for everyone" - Sam Lee
We are excited to be joined by three expert panellists:
Sam Lee - Mercury Prize-nominated folk singer, conservationist, song collector, and award-winning promoter, broadcaster and activist. Alex Sobel - MP for Leeds North West and Shadow Minister for the arts, heritage and tourism. Crispin Wo…
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Apr 15, 2021
Under the Spotlight - Contested Heritage
In this episode, we discuss the complexities of understanding and clarifying what contested heritage means, the importance of sharing stories to reveal history, the crucial role of education in schools, and ensuring voices are heard.
We are joined by two expert panellists to help us navigate this complicated and emotive topic:
Professor Corinne Fowler - Professor of Postcolonial Literature at the University of Leicester, and Director of the 'Colonial Countryside National Trust Houses Reinterpreted' project. Lord Ed Vaizey - Member of the House of Lords, who served as Culture Minister from 2010-16, and co-host of 'Breakout Culture' podcast.
Hosted by HP’s Henry Southern
Useful links and resources
Connect with Corinne: Green Unpleasant Land: Creative Responses to Rural England's Colonial Connections Twitter: @corinne_fowler Connect with Ed: Breakout Culture Podcast - Itunes and Spotify Twitter: @edvaizey Resources: The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins Basildon Park National Trust prop…
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Mar 15, 2021
After Hours: Fireside chat with Alex Sobel MP
Alex Sobel is a member of the UK Parliament whose constituency is Leed’s North West, and he is also Shadow Minister for the arts, heritage and tourism.
In this honest and pertinent interview you will hear:
>the UK Government’s budget and its impact on the arts
>how UK arts and culture have been impacted by Brexit and the COVID19 pandemic
>Leeds as European Capital of Culture 2023 bid
>North-South divide
>contested heritage
>DCMS and the heritage sector
Alex is interviewed by HP’s Henry Southern
Useful links and resources: Alex Sobel: alexsobel.co.uk
This is the first in our spin-off series of short After Hours chats discussing issues relating more broadly to the arts and culture sector.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonParrott focussing on conversations in culture and the arts.
Find us on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean, Deezer and all good podcatcher sites.
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Mar 8, 2021
Under the Spotlight: Celebrating Women in Music
In this special podcast episode, we celebrate International Women’s Day (8 March 2021).
An episode not only celebrating the achievements of women in music, but also music itself, and all of those who are engaged with it and making the effort to take it out of any one particular box. In this lively conversation, we are excited to be joined by three knowledgeable and passionate panellists:
Dobrinka Tabakova – a multi-award-winning composer born in Bulgaria who has lived in the UK for over 25 years. As well as writing extensively for the concert hall she has also composed for film and dance projects – and amongst her commissioners are the Royal Philharmonic Society, BBC Radio 3 and the European Broadcasting Union. Her music is performed worldwide – and her debut profile album String Paths, on ECM Records, was nominated for a Grammy in 2014. In 2017 she was appointed composer-in-residence with the BBC Concert Orchestra.
Sarah Alexander – Chief Executive and Artistic Director,…
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Feb 26, 2021
Under the Spotlight: LGBTQ+ Awareness & Representation in the Arts
In this special podcast episode, we celebrate LGBTQ+ awareness month (February 2021) and discuss LGBTQ+ awareness and representation in the arts. In this lively conversation, we are thrilled to be joined by three wonderful panellists:
Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton who, in 2019, lit up the Last Night of the Proms as well as being named Personality of the Year by the BBC Music Magazine Awards. Jamie has also received the Richard Tucker Award, and won the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World competition (both main and song prizes).
Edwin Outwater is a conductor, curator, producer, and all-around polymath. Edwin is Music Director at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and has collaborated with the likes of celebrated drag artist Peaches Christ, and heavy metal bands, such as Metallica.
Christina Scheppelmann is one of only two women heading up a major opera company in the United States. She is currently General Director of Seattle Opera. Christina has worked in Milan, San Francisco and Was…
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Feb 19, 2021
Oil & Water: Can art and digital mix?
We are excited to be joined by Laura Hendricks who is a mixed media artist and lives in Utah, USA, and Wells Fray-Smith, Assistant Curator of Special Projects at Whitechapel Gallery.
In this episode, we talk about the opportunities and challenges digital technologies present to the art world by talking to a practising artist and assistant curator to give us different perspectives on this important topic.
During our conversation, we will look at:
>how technology is impacting art and art galleries
>how the art and technology landscape has evolved
>how digital technologies have changed how artists create their work and how art galleries put on exhibitions
>whether tech brings audiences closer to art
>impact of COVID19
>what does the future look like for art and digital This episode is hosted by HP's Fiona Livingston
Useful links and resources
Connect with Wells:
Website: https://www.whitechapelgallery.org/
Website: www.wellsfraysmith.co.uk
Instagram: @whatthe_f_isthis
Conne…
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Jan 22, 2021
The Culture Bar: An Interview with Jamie Stone MP
In episode #6 of The Culture Bar, we are joined by Jamie Stone Liberal Democrat MP for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross. Jamie is also the spokesperson for Defence and Digital, Culture, Media & Sport.
In this lively and pertinent interview you will hear:
>Jamie talk about the arts and culture sector in the UK
>how UK arts and culture have been impacted by Brexit and the COVID19 pandemic
>technology
>internationalism
>protecting arts and culture livelihoods
>the importance of arts education initiatives
Jamie is interviewed by HP's Henry Southern.
This interview was recorded on 20 January, the day of Joe Biden's presidential inauguration in the USA.
We thank Jamie very much for his time and constructive insights on the UK arts and culture sector.
Useful links and resources: Jamie Stone: www.libdems.org.uk/jamie_stone The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben: amzn.to/360U6Ym HarrisonParrott: www.harrisonparrott.com/
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Dec 29, 2020
The Culture Bar: Voices of the North - In Conversation with Nordic Talents Part 2
Here is our third podcast in the new 'Voices of the North' podcast mini-series in collaboration with Talent Norway and Sparebank1 Nord-Norge, Samfunnsløftet. In episode No.3 ‘Conversations with Nordic talents and their mentors: Benjamin Mørk: a mechanical pianist from Senja' we listen to a conversation and reflection between a young musician and his mentor. They discuss sources of inspiration, the joys of mentorship and the challenges and opportunities young artists growing up in the North are currently facing.
Our guests:
* Benjamin Mørk (pianist)
* Geir Luedy (manager at MADE Management, musician, songwriter, and music producer)
Hosted by HarrisonParrott’s Karoline Melstveit.
Voices of the North is a part of the agreement and collaboration between Talent Norge and SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge, Samfunnsløftet. Together they ensure that exceptional talents have access to artistic support programmes where they live.
The Culture Bar is a podcast series created by HarrisonPa…
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Dec 24, 2020
The Culture Bar: Series Trailer
Welcome to The Culture Bar a podcast series brought to you by international classical music management agency HarrisonParrott.
The Culture Bar is a bi-monthly in conversation interview show featuring panellists from across arts and culture sector from professional musicians and artists, the bright minds behind orchestras, arts venues and festivals, to academics and specialists such as authors and scientists.
This podcast focusses on talking these experts to give you honest no-nonsense answers and opinions on burning topics impacting the arts world such as climate change, COVID19, changes in technology and changes in society.
We also partner with other organisations to produce spin off mini-series which focus on arts and culture in other parts of the world to make sure we are giving you a truly global perspective on the arts. And never afraid of tackling hard topics, we also have a series of ‘Under the Spotlight’ episodes where we discuss issues such as diversity, inclusivity and…
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Dec 22, 2020
The Culture Bar: Voices of the North - In Conversation with Nordic Talents Part 1
We are excited to share with you our second podcast in the new 'Voices of the North' podcast mini-series in collaboration with Talent Norway and Sparebank1 Nord-Norge, Samfunnsløftet. In episode No.2 Elle Sofe Sara: a Sámi film director from Kautokeino’ we listen to a conversation between a Nordic talent and a mentor from the Talent Norway programme ‘Mer Film’. Mer Film is a programme aimed at young, talented film directors from the Northern parts of Norway.
We are joining Elle Sofe and her mentor Ole in Kautokeino for one of their working sessions on her new feature film project and discuss how the Sámi culture has inspired their artistic endeavours.
Guests:
* Elle Sofe Sara (choreographer and film director, founders of the Sámi artist collective and a traditional Sámi reindeer herder)
* Ole Giæver (film director, screenwriter, actor and mentor)
Hosted by HarrisonParrott’s Karoline Melstveit
Voices of the North is a part of the agreement and collaboration betwee…
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Dec 15, 2020
The Culture Bar: Voices of the North - Peak Performance: Art in Context
We are delighted to share with you our new podcast mini-series ‘Voices of the North’ made in collaboration with Talent Norway. In this podcast series we will introduce you to some of the finest talents and rising stars of the North and bring you the voices of cultural and artistic leaders of Scandinavia.
In our first episode we explore ‘Peak Performance: Art in Context’. In today's society, the arts are constantly being tested and challenged. Many art forms are affected by local restrictions and government regulations, and performers may be limited or even prohibited from practising and performing. Others may seek alternative ways of sharing and expressing their art. How can the art sector respond and react to these and others societal challenges? What can society do to help artists through these challenging times? And what can we do on a communal level? How can we help artists achieve their best and facilitate an environment that promotes peak performance? And what can an ind…
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Nov 18, 2020
The Culture Bar: How can sacred music be relevant in a secular society?
In episode #5 of The Culture Bar, we are exploring how sacred music can be relevant in a secular society. In order to tackle this big question, we are delighted to be joined by Paul Evans, canon of Ely Cathedral, Sofi Jeannin, Chief Conductor of the BBC Singers, and Music Director of the Maîtrise de Radio France. And Tido Visser, Artistic Director of the Netherlands Chamber Choir.
Hosted by HP's Henry Southern
Whilst listening to this podcast you can also immerse yourself in the music recommended by our guests during the podcast by listening to our special Spotify playlist.
Recommended books: Helmut Krauser: Melodies Michael Robledo: Oral history of Suffolk and Norfolk
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Oct 16, 2020
The Culture Bar: Music: Tech, COVID & the Future
In podcast episode No.4 of The Culture Bar we are considering the future of music, where it's headed, trends, and of course the impact of COVID19. We are delighted to be joined by Ben Hogwood from Naxos, Silvia Pietrosanti from Pentatone, and Till Janczukowicz from Idagio. This episode is hosted by HarrisonParrott's Lorna Aizlewood and produced by Maja Wolniak.
This lively debate talks about how we consume music and where we get our music fixes from, be it live or recorded, and what's happening in that world today. What changes are there, what are the trends, and COVID-19 and how that's changing where we get our music from.
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Aug 19, 2020
The Culture Bar: International Cultural Exchange
In this episode we will be considering the future of international cultural exchange. We are delighted to be joined by Roy Luxford Planning and Operations Director of Edinburgh International Festival, Nadja Race Director of International Engagement at British Museum, and HarrisonParrott's Director of Touring Rafi Gokay Wol.
Hosted by Henry Southern
In this episode we will be considering the impact of COVID19 Pandemic, Climate change debate and Brexit on cultural exchange.
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Aug 5, 2020
The Culture Bar: Sponsorship in a Pandemic
We will be discussing arts sponsorship more generally but also the challenges and opportunities presented by the COVID19 pandemic. We are delighted to be joined by Charlotte Appleyard Director of Development and Business Innovation at Royal Academy of Arts, Simon Fairclough Director of Development at City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and Diana Williams fund-raising, sponsorship and project management consultant currently serving on the boards of The Collective in Edinburgh and the Association for Visual Arts in Cape Town. Hosted by Henry Southern.
We will cover these key areas:
Individual giving Corporate fundraising Trusts and Foundations Statutory funding New Business Initiatives
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Jul 15, 2020
The Culture Bar: Green New Deal and the Arts
We are delighted to be joined by Jasper Parrott HarrisonParrott's co-founder and executive chairman, and Professor Anatol Lieven of Georgetown University in Qatar. Professor Lieven is the author of 'Climate Change and the Nation-State, the Realist Case' published this Spring by Penguin. Jasper and Anatol will be discussing the UK government's so-called 'Rooseveltian New Deal', the importance of a green new deal, and how the arts and culture might be affected.
Introduced by Henry Southern.
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