The Piano Bar

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Episode 8: Chromaticism and Music Curriculum Critique

2015-12-2440:34

Alex and Freddy discuss chromaticism in pop music, as well as a fun on-the-cusp music game. They also discuss criticisms of their music majors, and what they wish would have been taught in their courses of study.

Episode 7: Music Pet Peeves, Industry Myths, and Celebrity Activism

2015-11-11--:--

Alex and Freddy discuss myths within the music industry, Alicia Keys’ move to activism, and a list of pet peeves in the entire world of music.

Episode 6: Streaming Wars and What Makes For “Quality” Music

2015-07-21--:--

Alex and Freddy discuss Ariana Grande, Apple Music, and spat about what truly makes a piece of music or a song “good” or “quality.”

Episode 5: Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Kanye West

2015-04-18--:--

Freddy and Alex are joined by brothers of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia to discuss what a music organization does. They also discuss Kanye West and influential musicians.

Episode 4: Music Technology and the Importance of Self-Care

2015-04-13--:--

Freddy and Alex discuss the most recent music news in the field of music and technology. They also dig in to the importance of self-care in any field of music.

Episode 3: Music, Emotion, and Memory

2015-04-04--:--

In this episode, Alex and Freddy discuss memory, emotion, and the profound impact on our lives that music can hold. Also, more “Guess That Song!” and Weekly Earworms.

Episode 2: “Guess That Song!” and Diversity in the Music Field

2015-03-22--:--

In the second episode of The Piano Bar, Alex and Freddy discuss music news, play “Guess That Song!” and discuss diversity in the field of music.

Episode 1: The Value of Pop Music and A Cappella

2015-03-14--:--

In this first episode, Freddy and Alex begin with some autobiographical information, and explore how pop music is viewed and critiqued in society. They also go into detail about how vocal a cappella can benefit music education.

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