Creation and Reformation

Creation and Reformation

Author: Zachary Singer October 4, 2021 Duration: 57:37

Beneath the veneer of the Renaissance, a movement of reform and destruction was occurring. Martin Luther's Reformation, while intended to merely change church practices and reinvigorate the doctrine itself turned into a movement of destruction for the art lover of the day. To fill the void, music stepped into the forefront of the newly formed Lutheran church and culture would never be the same. Still elsewhere, King Henry VII staged his own reform movement of sorts and through the drive of his ego, he would set England on course for literary greatness.


Zachary Singer hosts In Time: A Music History Podcast, a series dedicated to the stories woven into the soundtracks of our lives. This isn't just a chronological list of facts or a dry analysis of theory. Instead, each episode digs into how a particular piece of music, artist, or movement was fundamentally shaped by the events, technologies, and social currents surrounding it. You'll hear familiar songs in a completely new way, understanding the political unrest that fueled a protest anthem, the technological breakthrough that created an iconic synth sound, or the personal struggle behind a timeless lyric. The podcast operates on the idea that music doesn't exist in a vacuum; it's a living reaction to and a reflection of its moment. By placing these works back into their original context, the series reveals the deeper connections between the notes we hum and the world that composed them. Tune in for thoughtful, narrative-driven explorations that go far beyond the biography, offering a richer appreciation for why certain melodies continue to resonate across decades. It’s for anyone who has ever wondered about the real story behind the music.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 60

In Time: A Music History Podcast
Podcast Episodes
The Voice of a Generation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:07
What more can we say about today's episode topic? Nothing. Just sit back and enjoy this one. Part 1 of 2.
Camelot [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:32
It's the early 1960s and America is at the height of her power. Today, we're going to look at the Kennedy Administration and the culture surrounding this mythic golden age.
Just How Many Roads Must A Man Walk Down? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:45
Today, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we look at the relationship that the Civil Rights Marchers of the early 1960s shared with the music they chose to sing together.
Where Do We Go Back in Music Like This [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:55
We're back! This episode is a brief recap/ catchall episode wherein we discuss some of the things that we missed before we went on break. Joining Zach is the new co-host/producer/ Susan Zahringer.
The New American Outlook [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:31
The late 1940s and early 1950s are mostly remembered as an optimistic time, wherein musicians and composers flexed their intellectual muscles and boldly pushed the boundaries of jazz. Outside the confines of jazz, folk,…
Time Signature Special 2: Christmas Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:37
It's that time of year again. The snow is falling (maybe), the hall is being decked, and it's cold outside. If it seems like I'm leading up to something, it's because I am. There is one song that while definitely overpla…
Paranoia in the Aftermath [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:46
As World War II ended two new senses swept the world. For some, this post-war period was an optimistic experience, wherein America was the dominant power on earth. For others, this was a deeply troubling time, where para…
Time Signature Special #1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:08
In this brief episode, we look at two works that going forward will provide two seperate templates for the American Experience: Richard Wright's Native Son and Betty Smith's A Tree Grows In Brooklyn.
The War to Define All Wars [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:31
War erupts in Europe. This time, the lines between good and evil are cut and dry (mostly) and music is going to play an international role in the effort. By the end of this conflict, the world of the 1960s will be coming…
"HIgh Culture" of the Interwar Years [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:25
While Jazz, Country, Folk and the Blues are being discriminated through the radio, there are other artforms that are growing and morphing during this period. The "high culture" of society is going on its own historical c…