The Ghost Light Podcast (Utah Symphony | Utah Opera)
Episodes
Episode 2.9: Karina Canellakis
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 9 –Renowned conductor Karina Canellakis talks about her transition from a violinist to a rising-star conductor and the excitement of l...
Episode 2.8: Jake Heggie & Gene Scheer
26 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 8 – Jake Heggie and Gene Sheer, acclaimed creators of the hit opera Moby-Dick, talk about Utah Opera’s amazing, new production, and ...
Episode 2.7: Hilary Hahn
19 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 7 – World-renowned violinist Hilary Hahn talks about her acclaimed concerts for mothers and their small children, her ambitious encore...
Episode 2.6: Matthias Pintscher
06 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 6 – Renowned composer and conductor Matthias Pintscher talks about his creative process in composing new works, and how music speaks t...
Episode 2.5: Mack Wilberg
17 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 5 – Music Director of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Mack Wilberg talks about collaborating with the Utah Symphony on the new album, Mah...
Episode 2.4: Will Hagen
03 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 4 – Acclaimed Violinist William Hagen talks about performing Ravel and Saint-Saens with conductor Matthias Pintscher and the Utah Symp...
Episode 2.3: Patricia Kopatchinskaja
20 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 3 – Renowned Violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja talks about her upcoming performance of Berg’s Violin Concerto with the Utah Symphony...
Episode 2.2: Kathleen Clawson
13 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2, Ep. 2 –Director Kathleen Clawson talks about the timeless elegance of Puccini’s La bohème and her current production with Utah Opera.
Episode 2.1: Thierry Fischer
28 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2 Ep. 1 – Maestro Thierry Fischer shares his insights into the music of Camille Saint-Saëns and the Utah Symphony’s exciting recording pro...
Episode 1.37: 40 Days of Opera-Leslie and Michelle Peterson
22 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 37– 40 Days of Opera - Leslie and Michelle Peterson, daughters of Utah Opera founder Glade Peterson, talk about the opera’s rich heritage of a...
Episode 1.36: 40 Days of Opera-Christopher McBeth
30 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Utah Opera’s cultural festival. Enjoy 40 days of opera events, September 1st through October 15th, For more information, and a complete ...
Episode 1.35: Tad Calcara
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 35 – Tad Calcara, Principal Clarinet of the Utah Symphony talks about his upcoming performance of Copland’s Clarinet Concerto and his love fo...
Episode 1.34: Justin Freer
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 34 –The founder and conductor of CineConcerts, Justin Freer, talks about his upcoming performance of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™ ...
Episode 1.33: Kevin Cole
12 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 33 –Award-winning concert pianist Kevin Cole talks about his affinity for the music of George Gershwin and shares some fascinating experiences h...
Episode 1.32: Patti Austin
28 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 32 – GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Patti Austin talks about her tribute performance for Ella Fitzgerald’s 100th birthday at the Deer Valley® ...
Episode 1.31: Lisa Vroman
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 31 – Broadway star Lisa Vroman talks about her upcoming performance with the Utah Symphony at the Deer Valley® Music Festival.
Episode 1.29: Justin Hurwitz
21 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 29 – Academy Award-winning composer Justin Hurwitz talks about the music he wrote for La La Land and the Utah Symphony’s upcoming films in con...
Episode 1.30: Jeff Counts
16 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 30 – The Ghost Light Podcast celebrates its 30th episode with a conversation with host Jeff Counts on his position as Vice President of Operatio...
Episode 1.28: Simone Porter
26 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 28 –Internationally-acclaimed violinist Simone Porter talks about her upcoming performance with the Utah Symphony, her repertoire wish list, and...
Episode 1:27: Kristine McIntyre
27 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 27–Acclaimed Director Kristine McIntyre talks about Utah Opera’s upcoming film noir production of Don Giovanni and the excitement of returning...
Episode 1.26: Abigail Rethwisch, Utah Opera Resident Artist
12 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 26 – Abigail Rethwisch, Soprano, talks about her unexpected opportunity to perform the title role in Utah Opera’s acclaimed production of Luci...
Ep. 25-Leslie and Michelle Peterson, daughters of Utah Opera founder Glade Peterson
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 25–Leslie and Michelle Peterson, daughters of Utah Opera founder Glade Peterson, talk about the opera’s rich heritage of artistic excellence a...
Episode 1.24: Caitlyn Valovick Moore, Utah Symphony piccolo & flute
24 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 24 –Caitlyn Valovick Moore talks about performing as soloist for a world premiere NOVA Chamber Music Series performance and in her role as picco...
Episode 1.23: Jeff Luke, Utah Symphony associate principal trumpet
17 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 23 – Associate Principal Trumpet Jeff Luke talks about his experiences sharing classical music around the world and in joining the Utah Symphony...
Episode 1.22: Paul Meecham on the excitement of the Utah Symphony's upcoming season
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 22 – Utah Symphony President Paul Meecham talks about the new Films in Concert series and the thrilling performances of the 2017-18 season.
Episode 1.21: Thierry Fischer on Utah Symphony's Season Announcement
16 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 21 – Maestro Thierry Fischer shares the exciting performances of the Utah Symphony’s 2017-18 season.
Episode 1.20: Christopher McBeth- Utah Opera's Season Announcement
15 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 20 – Artistic Director Christopher McBeth talks about all the thrilling productions coming up in Utah Opera’s 40th Anniversary Season.
Episode 1.19: Erin Svoboda, Utah Symphony clarinetist
08 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 19– Clarinetist Erin Svoboda talks about joining the Utah Symphony and shares some insights into becoming a professional musician.
Episode 1.18: Toby Tolokan discusses planning an orchestra's season
31 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 18– Toby Tolokan vice president of artistic planning for Utah Symphony discusses the excitement and difficulty of planning an orchestra season.
Episode 1.17: Travis Peterson, Utah Symphony principal trumpet
26 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 17– Travis Peterson discusses his background in drum corps and how he transitioned his musical interests to become principal trumpet for the Uta...
Episode 1.16: Paul Curran discusses Utah Opera's Man of La Mancha
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 16 – Renowned Director Paul Curran discusses Utah Opera’s production of Man of La Mancha. (Released 1/18/17)
Episode 1.15: Jason Hardink discusses the music of Charles Ives and other upcoming projects.
09 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts discusses the music of Charles Ives and other upcoming projects with Jason Hardink, Artistic Director of the NOVA Chamber Music Serie...
Episode 1.14: David Porter discusses MOTUS After Dark
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Violinist David Porter talks about his work with MOTUS and in sharing classical music with the community in unexpected venues.
Episode 1.13: John Eckstein discusses BLUME Haiti outreach
06 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Cellist John Eckstein discusses his outreach work and upcoming service trip with several Utah Symphony musicians for BLUME Haiti.
Episode 1.12: Andrew Larson, Utah Symphony cellist
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Larson shares an inside look at the cello section of the Utah Symphony.
Episode 1.11: Carol Dalrymple, Filmmaker from KUED
22 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Filmmaker Carol Dalrymple discusses collaborting with the Utah Symphony for her award-winning documentary National Parks Symphony: The Mighty Five.
Episode 1.10: Dirk Sobotka, sound engineer from SoundMirror
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
GRAMMY Award-winning sound engineer Dirk Sobotka gives us an inside look at the complexities of recording an orchestra.
Episode 1.9: Elizabeth Beilman, Utah Symphony violist
07 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Beilman shares what it is like being a violist for the Utah Symphony.
Episode 1.8: Sarah Coit discusses the life of an opera singer
31 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts and Sarah Coit discuss the life of an opera singer and touring Utah as one of Utah Opera's resident artists.
Episode 1.7: Rei Hotoda discusses the Utah Symphony's outreach programs
24 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 7: Associate Conductor Rei Hotoda discusses the Utah Symphony's education outreach.
Episode 1.6: Madeline Adkins, the Utah Symphony's new Concertmaster
10 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 6 Concertmaster Madeline Adkins shares her journey in joining the Utah Symphony.
Episode 1.5: Christopher McBeth discusses planning an opera season
03 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts and Utah Opera Artistic Director Christopher McBeth give you a behind the scenes look at the process of planning an opera season.
Episode 1.4: Paul Meecham discusses the state of orchestral music in America
26 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts and Utah Symphony | Utah Opera's new president & CEO Paul Meecham discuss the future of orchestras in the United States and how progr...
Episode 1.3: Michael Pape, percussionist, discusses auditioning and performing for a major orchestra
19 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts and Utah Symphony percussionist Mike Pape discuss the process of auditioning for a major orchestra.
Episode 1.2: Mary Anne Huntsman discusses getting kids involved with classical music
12 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts and pianist Mary Anne Huntsman discuss getting kids involved with classical music.
Episode 1.1: Thierry Fischer discusses planning an orchestra's season
06 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Host Jeff Counts and Music Director Thierry Fischer launch the Utah Symphony's new podcast by discussing the complex process of planning an orchestra'...