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Created by International Award winning Pianist and World Traveler Mike del Ferro, who played with Jazz legends like Toots Thielemans, Randy Brecker, Jack DeJohnette, Branford Marsalis and many others
Mike is a world-renowned pianist and musical adventurer who has spent his life exploring the globe and immersing himself in different cultures. His passion for music has taken him to over a 100 countries, where he has absorbed the local sounds and incorporated them into his own unique style.
With his vast musical knowledge and experience, Mike del Ferro now brings his talents to the world of podcasting. His podcast is a fascinating journey through the intersections of music and culture, featuring in-depth conversations with musicians and other creative individuals from around the world.
Each episode is a window into the rich tapestry of global music, as Mike del Ferro shares his insights and experiences from his travels. Whether you're a musician, a music lover, or simply someone interested in learning about different cultures, this podcast is a must-listen.
Join Mike del Ferro as he takes you on a musical journey around the world, sharing his passion for music and his love of cultural exchange. This is the perfect podcast for anyone who wants to explore the world through the universal language of music.
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(Many of you have asked if there are any recordings of our performances with Jack. There is footage available on my YouTube channel. You can find links to these videos—and everything else—by visiting my website at https://www.mikedelferro.nl ) Masterdrummer Jack DeJohnette is universally recognized as one of the greatest legends in jazz history, but to me, he was something much more profound: a mentor, a major life influence, and a very close friend. Our connection went far beyond music only—...
Today, I’m sitting down with incredible drummer Lucas van Merwijk. In this episode, we look back at his impressive career behind the drums. We talk about his deep connection to Latin music, his passion for teaching the next generation of drummers, and the exciting projects he is working on right now. Since we both have a history of playing internationally, we also dive into some great stories about his unique experiences and massive success performing in China. Here’s what we chat about...
Paul Berner is known not just for who he has played with, but for how he plays—with a deep, resonant soulfulness that anchors every track. In this episode, we sit down to discuss his time with legends like Lionel Hampton, but we also dive deep into his craft. We explore how he develops his signature beautiful sound, his melodic approach to the bass, and the emotional depth he brings to the instrument. Visit Paul's Website Send me a text message with your questions, comments or requests for to...
In this episode, I sit down with my long-time friend and musical colleague, the incredible pianist Bram Wijnands. While we both started our journeys studying music together in the Netherlands, Bram took a path that led him straight to the cradle of jazz: Kansas City. Though he was born in the Netherlands, Bram has been living and playing in the US for decades, establishing himself as a true heavyweight in the Swing and Stride genres. We go way back to our student days, trading stories about o...
In Dutch, but you can also watch this Episode on YouTube with English Subtitles or Listen with Automatic Translation. Pianist en Wereldreiziger Mike del Ferro vertelt openhartig over muziek, discipline en creatief ondernemen. Hij wordt geïnterviewd door advocaat en jurist Edgar Stam van "Team Juridische Zaken". Dit gesprek is onderdeel van de podcast "Bulletproof Ondernemers", waarin Edgar diverse ondernemers spreekt over hun uitdagingen en successen. 🎙️ Host: Edgar Stam: https://hub....
I recently sat down with Alexandre Piret, a dedicated researcher and musicologist who is currently conducting in-depth academic research on the life and music of Toots Thielemans. In this episode, which is part of my Podcast series "Echoes of Toots Thielemans", where I interview Harmonica Players, Alexandre interviews me about my ten-year collaboration with Toots. It was a humbling experience to revisit those memories—not just the technical aspects of accompanying such a unique instrument, bu...
Adam Glasser: Jazz Harmonica, South African Grooves & Musical Adventures! In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Adam Glasser, a musician whose chromatic harmonica playing bridges the worlds of bebop, township jazz, and global fusion. Born in South Africa and based in the UK, Adam has carved out a unique voice, drawing inspiration from the legendary Toots Thielemans while forging his own musical path. We dive into his fascinating journey, from working with icons like Sting, Joe Z...
I have the pleasure of talking with Marco Riaskoff. For over 40 years, Marco was the driving force behind the legendary Master Classical Pianist (Meesterpianisten) series at the world-famous Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. This iconic series has hosted all generations of piano greats—from titans like Vladimir Horowitz, Martha Argerich and Alfred Brendel to modern masters like Daniil Trifonov, Maria Joāo Pires and Arcadi Volodos. Marco has a treasure trove of incredible stories to share, shaped by...
In this episode, I dive into the world of Kamal Musallam, a pioneering Ud player who seamlessly blends the rich traditions of Middle Eastern sounds with the innovative energy of jazz, rock, and beyond. He collaborated with Billy Cobham and many other jazz greats. Join me as Kamal shares his journey from his early influences to his unique fusion style that defies genre boundaries. We’ll explore his creative process, the cultural inspirations behind his work, and much more. We will be t...
I had the great honor to play with Toots Thielemans for 10 years, he passed away in 2016 and the last years I have been doing a Toots tribute all over the world with many outstanding harmonica players. In these episodes - Echoes of Toots Thielemans - I talk to harmonica players about their musical journey, how Toots influenced their music and how they find their own voice on the Harmonica with such an influential musician like Toots. In this episode I talk to the Brazilian ...
(I also uploaded this Episode on my "Self management for Musicians" Podcast, but I think this is interesting for everybody to listen to.) I am talking to Philippe Lemm, a great Dutch drummer who lives in New York, and who has a great course for Musicians: "How to book a Tour". In this Episode we talk about the great Concept of "a 1000 true Fans" , written by Kevin Kelly. To be a successful creator you don’t need millions. You don’t need millions of dollars or...
In this Episode I am talking to Lauren Kinhan. Lauren is a fantastic, versatile vocalist and songwriter from New York, who has been part of the iconic Vocal group the New York Voices for almost 30 years. She also collaborated with Bobby Mc.Ferrin, Ornette Coleman and countless other world class musicians. We met in Miami earlier this year when I performed with Lauren’s 22 year old daughter Ella Marcus, an extremely gifted singer. Laurens shares some great stories about her o...
In this episode I am talking to Mike Boddé. Mike is a very famous TV personality in the Netherlands, both as a Comedian and as a Pianist. Every week he conducts a live Music show on National Dutch TV which became very popular, Mike and myself have a Piano duo (we also recorded an album which you can find on all digital platforms) and we became good friends over the years. Mike Boddé is brilliant, multi talented and has a great sense of humor, but he also...
I am talking in Brussels with my buddy, the legendary drummer Bruno Castellucci, who played and recorded with legends like Toots Thielemans (for 43 years!), Clark Terry , Chaka Kahn, Quincy Jones, Joe Zawinul, Jaco Pastorius, Dianne Reeves, Airto Moreira….the list goes on and on. Bruno shares some fantastic stories about the legends mentioned above and much more. Bruno and myself played all over the world, mostly with Toots, and he also played with my trio, we also recorded a cou...
In this enlightening episode I sit down with David Allen, the pioneer behind the groundbreaking productivity method, "Getting Things Done" (GTD). David takes us deep into the principles of GTD, sharing how anyone can achieve clarity and focus by capturing their tasks and ideas, and then organizing them into actionable steps. Whether you're a seasoned GTD devotee or new to the concept, David provides insightful advice on refining your personal productivity system, overcoming common pitf...
100 Thousands of Musicians check their Spotify or Apple Music Streams / YouTube Views / Instagram likes all the time and painfully notice that there are no or hardly any listeners, views or likes. Jimi W. is a Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist and Producer from the US. I stumbled upon a great video he posted on his YouTube Channel ( Sitting with Jimi) entitled: What If No One Is Listening To Your Music. Jimi W. , a great character, gives great advice, in a well spoken and humorist...
In this Episode I meet the Norwegian Saxophonist Ola Asdahl Rokkones, who is from one the most Northern Cities on earth: Tromsø in Northern Norway, a 10 hour drive north of the arctic circle. Ola invited me many times to play in this stunningly beautiful part of the world, the coldest place I’ve ever been to. We also recorded an album: the Autumn Sessions which you can find on all digital Platforms. We talk about Ola's musical life in such a remote place, where there is surprisingly...
I had the great honor to play with Toots Thielemans for 10 years, he passed away in 2016 and the last years I have been doing a Toots tribute all over the world with many outstanding harmonica players. In these episodes - Echoes of Toots Thielemans - I talk to harmonica players about their musical journey, how Toots influenced their music and how they find their own voice on the Harmonica with such an influential musician like Toots. In this Episode I talk to Hendrik Meurke...
I had the great honor to play with Toots Thielemans for 10 years, he passed away in 2016 and the last years I have been doing a Toots tribute all over the world with many outstanding harmonica players. In these episodes - Echoes of Toots- I talk to harmonica players about their musical journey, how Toots influenced their music and how they find their own voice on the Harmonica with such an influential musician like Toots. In this episode I talk with the charismatic Harmonic...
Join host Mike del Ferro in a captivating conversation with drummer and Entrepeneur Sebastian Netta. Sebastian shares his story about his very successful portable stage which he designed for outdoor live performances in nature, offering the audience a unique musical experience. Website: https://www.wuw-konzerte.de Send me a text message with your questions, comments or requests for topics. My Music, Schedule, Piano Transcriptions(PDF) and Socials on www.mikedelferro.com I als...
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