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The Music Show

ABC
Noël Coward
Hank Williams
Missy Higgins
Songwriting
The Sound Of White
Pop Hooks
1920s
Popular Music
Psychology Of Music
Masquerade: the Lives Of Noël Coward
Folk Music
Tim Byron
Max Martin
Lester Bangs
JDO Regan
Brill Building
Memory and Attention
Electronic Music
Australian Music History
Indigenous Land Rights

All kinds of music and all kinds of musicians in conversation with Andrew Ford.

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Latest Episodes

Brisbane trad band Amaidí say they perform "doofy folk stuff": accordion, guitar, banjo and fiddle augmented by stomp box and electronics. Amaidí means nonsense in Gaelic but it's more than just silly stuff, with their new album Beyond Cape Capricorn... more

Tony Wellington returns to the show to race through the 1980s in a single episode. It's a decade of contradictions, where big hair, commercial pop hits, lip syncing and the music video meet rap, independent rock, and house music. From girls on film t... more

JJJJJerome Ellis styles their name with five Js because it’s the word they stutter on the most. The artist, writer, composer and multi-instrumentalist has released a new album Vesper Sparrow which layers spoken word, vocals, saxophone, hammered dulci... more

Reed and Oak - composed and performed by DOBBY, words by Cate Kennedy.

One of two winning poems from our Middle of the Air competition, run in collaboration with Red Room Poetry.

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Recent Guests

Kim Williams
Former student of Luciano Berio and current chair of the ABC.
ABC
Episode: The "doofy folk" of Brisbane band Amaidí; and Luciano Berio at 100 with his student Kim Williams
Jerome Ellis
Black, Grenadian, Jamaican, American poet, artist, multi-instrumentalist and composer
Episode: JJJJJerome Ellis on the musicality of stuttering, and a masterclass in the chromatic harmonica
Ariel Bart
Musician and chromatic harmonica player originally from Israel
Episode: JJJJJerome Ellis on the musicality of stuttering, and a masterclass in the chromatic harmonica
Cate Kennedy
Award-winning novelist and poet
Episode: Poetry becomes song: Middle of the Air winning songs revealed with DOBBY and Leah Senior
Giles Watson
Poet and teacher
Episode: Poetry becomes song: Middle of the Air winning songs revealed with DOBBY and Leah Senior
Leah Senior
Musician and folk artist
Episode: Poetry becomes song: Middle of the Air winning songs revealed with DOBBY and Leah Senior
Leo Sayer
Singer, songwriter, and showman with over 40 years of experience in the music industry.
Episode: Leo Sayer is still dancing, and art and song in Warlpiri women's ceremony
Helen Napurrurla Morton
Warlpiri woman and educator of the Warlpiri language.
Episode: Leo Sayer is still dancing, and art and song in Warlpiri women's ceremony
Myfany Turpin
Musicologist and linguist at the University of Sydney.
University of Sydney
Episode: Leo Sayer is still dancing, and art and song in Warlpiri women's ceremony

Host

Andrew Ford
Host and music enthusiast known for engaging discussions with various musicians and artists, uncovering their creative processes and cultural significance in music.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Very conservative in genres.

    Bring back Lucky Oceans. If your not a fan of classical or very very tame genres this show is not for you. I can’t believe they cut lucky oceans and this is their sole offering. Very poor ABC.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    WilhelmWilson
    Australia2 years ago
  • National treasure

    No weekend would be complete without an episode of RN’s The Music Show. Andrew Ford and the team converse with musicians, composers and creatives the world over - informative, entertaining and always special!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gavmed
    Australia5 years ago
  • New ideas and discoveries every week

    Even after formally studying music, I’m amazed every week with the diversity of musical ideas and worlds that I never knew existed. The guests are eclectic and always interesting. Andrew Ford does a great job in keeping it accessible and informal with humour.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wendy5Dock
    Australia6 years ago
  • RN fan

    Yep segments are silly and they dominate every ABC podcast. Just delete them all

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    737B
    Australia6 years ago
  • Always interesting

    The depth and breadth of this show, year in year out, is amazing. Andrew Ford's knowledge and enthusiasm knows no bounds. I have discovered a lot of very interesting music, and composers, thourgh this show. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bhuvidya
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some criticisms mention a conservative approach to music genres, indicating preferences for more diverse styles.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of musical topics covered and the depth of discussion with a variety of guests.
Positive reviews highlight the show's role in enriching listeners' understanding of music and its cultural relevance.
The engaging presentation and Andrew Ford's insightful hosting style impress audiences, promoting a welcoming and informative atmosphere.

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Performing Assyrian-ness with Lolita Emmanuel
Q: Can you tell us about your background and how you came to write your thesis?
I came to this project searching for my artistic and cultural voice, struggling to bring together my classical training with my Assyrian and Armenian heritage.
From Mao's Last Dancer to Master and Commander: Christopher Gordon on his film music and beyond, and The Apartments' Peter Milton Walsh
Q: What do you think about the evolution of film music?
Gordon laments the shift away from big orchestral scores, noting that he prefers to include melody and thematic material in his compositions, distinct from more minimalist modern approaches.
From Mao's Last Dancer to Master and Commander: Christopher Gordon on his film music and beyond, and The Apartments' Peter Milton Walsh
Q: Tell us about your experience of working with other composers on "Master and Commander."
Christopher Gordon describes the unique experience of collaborating with two other composers, emphasizing the different approaches they took to score the film, which was influenced by its documentary-like direction.
Meow Meow's The Red Shoes and saxophonist Tessie Overmyer's Tidelands
Q: What was special about recording your debut album "Tidelands"?
Tessie Overmyer reflects on the collaborative aspect, playing with friends and mentors, which enriched the recording experience, making it a memorable milestone in her career.
Meow Meow's The Red Shoes and saxophonist Tessie Overmyer's Tidelands
Q: Why the attraction to Hans Christian Andersen?
Meow Meow shares that her attraction lies in the complexity of Andersen's morality tales and the desire to reinterpret them, noticing the interplay between simplicity and deeper meanings surrounding themes of greed and addiction.

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What is The Music Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations focused on music and the artistic journeys of musicians characterize the content, with recurring themes like the intersection of music and poetry, cultural significance, and personal artistry. Guests range from established artists to emerging talents, each offering insights into their creative processes and the emotional connections within their works. The exploration of various music styles, traditions, and the adaptation of poetry into song exemplifies a commitment to showcasing diversity in the music scene, making the show a valuable resource for music enthusiasts looking to expand their horizons.

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The Music Show launched 20 years ago and published 948 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Music Show include:

1. Kim Williams
2. Jerome Ellis
3. Ariel Bart
4. Cate Kennedy
5. Giles Watson
6. Leah Senior
7. Leo Sayer
8. Helen Napurrurla Morton

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