Episode 9: Liberace

Episode 9: Liberace

The life and uniqueness of the incredible “Mr. Showmanship.” Casey talks with Liberace expert David Saffert… and then a little bit to Liberace himself! Head on over to http://patreon.com/keepclassicalweird to support the podcast and get access to bonus...
Episode 8: Dirty Mozart

Episode 8: Dirty Mozart

Casey and Dr. Sophia Tegart discuss Mozart’s dirty letters, and they are read by Mozart* himself! *Tylor Neist debuts on the podcast with a fantastic portrayal of Mozart. All music clips on the show courtesy of http://www.musopen.org...
Episode 7: Beethoven and Beer

Episode 7: Beethoven and Beer

In our very first collaboration episode, we head to Bierly Brewing in McMinnville, Oregon for some EXCELLENT pairings of beer and snacks with the movements of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. So much thanks to Amelia and JP for their generosity and amazing beer and food!...
Episode 6: Ravel’s Bolero

Episode 6: Ravel’s Bolero

Dr. Tegart and Casey discuss Ravel, his life, and how his most popular piece ended up being his least favorite. If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider becoming a subscriber at http://www.patreon.com/keepclassicalweird. Every pledge between now and...
Episode 5: Castrati

Episode 5: Castrati

Humans used to castrate other humans for the sake of ART! There’s a lot to unpack, and Dr. Sophia Tegart and mezzo soprano Aleks Romano help to do it. Aleks Romano can be found on Facebook at: Aleks Romano, mezzo sopranoAnd on Instagram at: arommezzo This is our...
Episode 4: Why is Classical Not Cool?

Episode 4: Why is Classical Not Cool?

This discussion potentially cracks open a tiny can of worms, as Casey speaks with friends Joe Marfia, Kellen Currey, and Galen Cohen, to start to understand why classical music isn’t cool....