Sunday Baroque Conversations 50: Reginald Mobley

Sunday Baroque Conversations 50: Reginald Mobley

Author: Suzanne Bona August 26, 2020 Duration: 29:35
Countertenor Reggie Mobley is a man of many talents. He once considered becoming a visual artist, then he tapped into his extraordinary musical ability. He has sung all over the world, and has a broad range of musical interests, as well as a passion for social justice. Suzanne spoke with him about his career and favorite baroque music and composers (Bach and Handel) and some of the projects he is working on lately.

Behind every piece of music is a person with a story, and that’s where Sunday Baroque Conversations finds its rhythm. Host Suzanne Bona, familiar to listeners of her Sunday Baroque program, sits down with professional musicians who have dedicated their lives to their art. These aren’t just casual chats; they are deep, personal explorations of what it truly means to live a life in music. You’ll hear celebrated artists discuss the specific pieces that first ignited their passion, the formidable challenges of mastering centuries-old techniques, and the quiet triumphs that happen offstage. This podcast pulls back the curtain on the discipline and heart required for a performing career, offering a genuine, often surprising, look at the individuals behind the instruments. Each conversation feels like an intimate backstage pass, revealing the inspirations and vulnerabilities that fuel these exceptional performers. For anyone curious about the human dimension of classical and baroque music, Suzanne’s thoughtful interviews provide a rich and rewarding listen. You can find Sunday Baroque Conversations by searching its title in your favorite podcast app.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 138

Sunday Baroque Conversations
Podcast Episodes
Sunday Baroque Conversations 46: Stefani Matsuo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:40
One of the most important jobs in a symphony orchestra is that of the Concertmaster. What exactly are the Concertmaster's duties and what skills make for an outstanding Concertmaster? Stefani Matsuo became Concertmaster…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 45: Patricia Ann Neely, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:47
I recently had the pleasure to meet Patricia Ann Neely (Pat Neely) in person, when I interviewed her about her career as a musician for this podcast series. Pat has had a long and varied career as a musician, educator, a…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 44: Chris Bruerton and Nick Ashby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:14
The King's Singers is a 6-member British vocal group that was established in 1968, before its current members were even born! The a capella ensemble is internationally celebrated for its broad repertory, virtuosity, char…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 43: Patricia Ann Neely [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:53
Patricia Ann Neely has a broad range of accomplishments and intellectual interests. She is a professional musician with experience in historical performance practice playing viola da gamba, vielle, violone and double bas…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 42: Awadagin Pratt [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:20
Even as a child, Awadagin Pratt had many interests and talents. He was an excellent student, and he excelled at music and tennis with seriousness and intent beyond mere hobbies. He spoke with Suzanne recently about how h…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 41: Lee Pringle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:55
Lee Pringle is passionate about music. He's a singer and conductor with an exciting career that spans musical genres including classical, African American spirituals, and more. Lee Pringle is also passionate about shinin…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 40: Angelo Moreno [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:57
Most people who play period instruments like viola da gamba and baroque violin start their training using the modern versions of those instruments and ultimately stumble onto their Baroque ancestors. Usually they are adu…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 39: Susan Orlando - Vivaldi Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:28
For more than 15 years, the Naive recording label has been releasing performances of a huge collection of autograph manuscripts by Antonio Vivaldi contained in an archive in Turin, Italy. The extensive and varied content…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 38: Chatham Baroque [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:40
Viola da gamba player Patricia Halverson, baroque violinist Andrew Fouts, and theorbo and baroque guitar player Scott Pauley are the core members of the Pittsburgh-based group Chatham Baroque. The ensemble specializes in…
Sunday Baroque Conversations 37: Richard Egarr [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:40
Richard Egarr is an internationally renowned harpsichordist, organist, conductor and baroque music expert. Since 2006 he has been Music Director of the Academy of Ancient Music, founded by Christopher Hogwood in the 1970…