The Music History Podcast Season 1 Trailer

The Music History Podcast Season 1 Trailer

Author: Bret Williams November 9, 2019 Duration: 1:32

-The show will be academic and chronological. Some basic theoretical concepts will be shared every episode so that if you don't have a musical education you'll be able to learn a little fundamental music theory. These two or three principals will be examined in their relationship to whatever historic piece or composer we are examining.

-We hope you'll join us as we attempt to access information and ideas usually limited to the classroom, in a way that hopefully feels conversational and entertaining. 

-Hopefully this show and others like it will deepen our understanding of the art from and elevate the discourse that surrounds the conversations we have about our favorite composers and works. 

-We would also like to extend an invitation for everyone to join our community of curious music fans, historians, theorists, and musicologists as we aim to create a program that is dynamically collaborative. Please visit TheMusicHistoryPodcast.com to do so and to get more information about the show. We appreciate your support and look forward to an exciting journey. 


Hosted by Bret Williams, The Music History Podcast creates a shared space where curiosity is the only prerequisite. Whether you're deeply versed in theory or simply feel a pull toward the stories behind the sounds, this series meets you where you are. It traces the entire arc of music, from its earliest origins to its profound cultural impacts, treating each composition and movement as part of a grand, interconnected narrative. Episodes are designed to build upon one another, layering historical context with accessible theoretical insights. You'll find yourself equipped not just with facts, but with a framework for understanding the musicians, events, and masterworks that shaped our auditory world. This isn't a dry lecture; it's an unfolding story where each chapter deepens your appreciation for the last. Tune in to hear how a single melody can echo across centuries, and discover the human impulses behind the notes we love. For anyone who has ever wondered why a piece of music resonates so powerfully, this podcast offers a rich and rewarding journey through time.
Author: Language: Afar Episodes: 3

The Music History Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Episode 2 Music of Ancient Greece [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:41
We take a look at the meaning of a scale and then get deep into how Greek music was used and the tools they used to create it.
Episode 1: The First Music [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:09
The Hurrian Hymn No. 6 is the earliest example we've found of a performable selection of written music. We look at the culture surrounding the hymn, and relate it to a discussion about Melody and Harmony.