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CLASSICAL MUSIC has been misappropriated as a musical genre and a culture rooted in the aesthetics of Western Europe. TRILLOQUY is the weekly podcast built to DECOLONIZE the traditional definitions and conversations surrounding CLASSICAL MUSIC.

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United States

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CLASSICAL MUSIC has been misappropriated as a musical genre and a culture rooted in the aesthetics of Western Europe. TRILLOQUY is the weekly podcast built to DECOLONIZE the traditional definitions and conversations surrounding CLASSICAL MUSIC.

Language:

English

Contact:

901-833-2553


Episodes
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Opus 244 - "Composing While Black" (feat. George Lewis)

10/24/2024
Loki chats with composer George Lewis about the "Composing While Black" anthology, his approach to furthering the tradition of "great Black music", and his upcoming collaborations with the New York Philharmonic, ICE, and others. Loki also responds to the Afromodernism concert he recently attended, presented by the New York Philharmonic. Support for this opus of TRILLOQUY comes from the New York Philharmonic. ICE/"Composing While Black"Association for the Advancement of Creative Music"Weathering" by George Lewis (perf. American Composers Orchestra)"Arcades" by George Lewis (perf. Black Box Ensemble) Afromodernism, presented by the New York Philharmonic ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:48:31

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Opus 243 - Craigmont Class of 2005 (feat. Ryan Nichols)

10/23/2024
Loki reunited with one of his high school classmates to talk about their upcoming 20 year reunion, memories from band (and Music Theory class), and how decolonizing classical music can benefit students beyond those who are interested in music as a career. Loki also shares The Parable of the Mustard Seed in response to recent challenge and tragedy. Craigmont High School"Memphis Blues", perf. W.C. Handy"Paper, Scissors, Rock", perf. Craigmont High School BandAnirban Roy performs "mere awaj hi mere pachan" ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:49:21

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Opus 242 - "Intermezzo" (feat. Seunghee Lee AKA Sunny Kang)

9/25/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Grammy-nominated clarinetist, Seunghee Lee (aka Sunny Kang) about the path toward a Grammy, her life as a golfer, and her new album, "Intermezzo". Loki offers condolences to the family of Marcellus "Khalifah" Williams and offers his thoughts on the death penalty. Seunghee Lee"Intermezzo" Album"Executive", by Michele Magnani "Intermezzo", by Michele MagnaniMissouri Executes A Man For The 1998 Killing Of A Woman Despite Her Family’s Calls To Spare His Life ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:01:02

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Opus 241 - "Sounds Current" (feat. Charlton Lee)

9/13/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Charlton Lee of the Del Sol Quartet about the flexibility of smaller ensembles to shift the status quo, his new podcast, "Sounds Current", and more! Loki also highlights and reflects on his recent trip to a Buddhist conference in Florida. Charlton Lee"Sounds Current""Rough Math" by Mason Bates"Scrapyard Exotica" by Mason Bates ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:01:39

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Opus 240 - "Baptized in Blackness" (feat. E. Ethelbert Miller)

8/26/2024
Loki chats with literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller about activism in prose, the legacy of James Baldwin (and other notable activists in literature), and how music intersects this tradition. Loki also shares his thoughts on the upcoming presidential election. **This opus is made possible, in part, by Bucklesweet. E. Ethelbert MillerStudent Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)Upcoming Lecture on James Baldwin by E. Ethelbert Miller"Sonny's Blues" by Milt Jackson"Precious Lord, Take My Hand" perf. James Baldwin ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:10:48

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Opus 239 - "Ballades" (feat. Shane Evans)

8/3/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Shane Evans about working as a classical recording artist as an "outsider", defining American music, and the release of his latest album, "Ballades". Loki offers thoughts in response to ideas on class structure and solidarity as presented in "The New Human Rights Movement", by Peter Joseph. Black AugustShane Evans"Ballades" by Shane Evans"The New Human Rights Movement" by Peter Joseph ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:47:49

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Opus 238 - "From Our Eyes and Ears" (feat. Lorin Green)

7/26/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Lorin Green about her continued journey toward equity and liberation in classical music, her newly published anthology of Black experiences within the field, and how arts administration has impacted her view on the role of musicians. Loki also offers perspectives relating to the murder of Sonya Massey and political fundraising. Arts EnginesLorin Green/"From Our Eyes and Ears"Relative Pitch Podcast"Danza de la Mariposa" by Valerie Coleman (perf. Lorin Green)"Prelude for Unaccompanied Flute" by Ulysses Kay (perf. Lorin Green)Body camera video focused national attention on an Illinois deputy’s fatal shooting of Sonya Massey ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:01:38

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Opus 237 - A Call from Miss Tina Knowles (feat. Marcus Norris)

7/20/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Marcus Norris about developing a composition career for Black audiences, his recent projects for both film and the stage, and the path that led him toward a collaboration with Beyoncé! Loki also offers responses and reactions to the latest in national politics. Marcus Norris"I Tries So Hard For You" by Marcus Norris"I Don't Want Your Love" by Marcus NorrisShould Biden Drop Out? Polls Say Yes! ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:59:45

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Opus 236 - "Do Not Grow Weary In Well-Doing" (feat. Dr. Tammy L. Kernodle)

7/13/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Dr. Tammy L. Kernodle about Black music as American music, her work highlighting classical Black women of decades past, and what it means to serve an industry that's built to serve whiteness, no matter who (or what) is on stage. Dr. Tammy L. KernodleConcerto for Violin and Orchestra (by Julia Perry)I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free (perf. Nina Simone)Julia Perry ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:09:41

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Opus 235 - "Humanity" (feat. Elizabeth Chang)

5/24/2024
Loki chats with Elizabeth Chang about the intersections of performing and teaching, and highlights her latest album, "Sonatas and Myths". Loki also offers a glimpse into the challenge of meeting people where they are toward the goal of systemic change within the classical music industry, and showcases how he's been engaging the challenge of diverse perspectives as a barrier to forward motion. Elizabeth Chang"Sonatas and Myths"Violin Sonata No. 1, Sz. 75: III. Allegro, Bela BartokMythes, Op. 30, M29: No. 2, Narcisse, Karol Szymanowski ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:46:40

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Opus 234 - How I Got Over (feat. Michele Fowlin)

5/12/2024
Loki Karuna wishes everyone a Happy Mother's Day, shares his dialogue with Michele Fowlin who is a two-time Howard graduate and the Artistic Director of the Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir, celebrates Joy Guidry's recent release, "AMEN", and speaks on the power of intentional spending. AMEN by Joy GuidryMichele FowlinWashington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel ChoirRevelations 7:16-17 by Joy Guidry"Hallelujah" Feat. The Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:53:13

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Opus 233 - Behind the Curtain (feat. Kwamé Ryan)

5/10/2024
Loki Karuna chats with Maestro Kwamé Ryan who has been recently appointed as Music Director of the Charlotte Symphony. Loki offers updates on his travels and work, and offers thoughts on the recent drama at the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. Kwamé Ryan"Portrait of Trinidad" - National Steel Symphony Orchestra of Trinidad and TobagoHenri Dutilleux : Symphony No. 2 "Le Double" conducted by Kwamé RyanSister Souljah Interview at The Breakfast Club Power 105.1 (11/11/2015) ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:49:12

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Opus 232 - The Arena Stage (feat. Hana Sharif)

3/28/2024
Loki Karuna returns after a month-long hiatus to offer words of encouragement to those dealing with difficult times, to share his conversation with Hana S. Sharif, Artistic Director of the Arena Stage, and to unpack the concept of "running from your karma". The Arena StageHana S. Sharif IntroductionUnknown Soldier PromoLars-Erik Larsson: Concertino for Trombone and String Orchestra, Op. 45, feat. Weston Sprott ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:01:23

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Opus 231 - "Blackify" (feat. Johnathan Gibbs)

2/16/2024
Johnathan Gibbs returns to TRILLOQUY to offer updates as the newest member of the New York-based Dessoff Choirs. Loki and Johnathan return to the discussion of Handel and Negro Spirituals in honor of Black History Month, highlight the intersectional culture of Asian- and Afro-Americans, and address the challenge of burnout while working to shift classical music's status quo. **Hear Loki and Johnathan's continued dialogue in episode 2 of "The Boys Are Black In Town" (available 2/23/2024) Sanctuary Road: No. 6, Run I (Live - Oratorio Society of New York Chorus and Orchestra)The Dessoff ChoirsThe Boys Are Black In Town, ep. 1 ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:51:18

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Opus 230 - "Windows" (feat. Brian Cole)

2/2/2024
Loki Karuna shines a light on some of the Black history of Winston-Salem, NC, chats with Brian Cole, Chancellor of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, and reacts to his recent trip to Detroit for the annual Sphinx conference. Armenta (Hummings) DumisaniMinister Louis Farrakhan performs Mendelssohn's Violin ConcertoBrian ColeDuo for Violin and Cello (Jessie Montgomery)Sphinx Connect ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:05:38

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Opus 229 - "No Substitute for Time" (feat. Joe LaRocca)

1/25/2024
Loki Karuna shares a few words following his live "New Blue Sun" experience, chats with Joe LaRocca about the benefits (and challenges) of being a multi-instrumentalist, and expounds on a controversial statement by the late Langston Hughes. "New Blue Sun" by André 3000Joe LaRocca"The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain" ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:10:48

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Opus 228 - The Powerful Piano (feat. James Daly)

1/18/2024
Loki Karuna offers a brief reaction to the film "American Fiction" as it relates to arts funding, chats with James Daly about "The Powerful Piano", and previews his upcoming reaction to Spike Lee's "Bamboozled". Frederic Chopin - Ab Major Etude 'Aeolian Harp' (perf. James Daly)James Daly/San Ramon Academy of MusicThe Powerful Piano ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:56:50

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Opus 227 - 2024 Reimagined (feat. Lara Downes)

1/11/2024
Loki Karuna affirms his evolving feelings on George Gershwin, chats with Lara Downes about her latest project, "Rhapsody in Blue: Reimagined", and shares his 2024 resolution to strive toward absolute freedom. Rhapsody in Blue Reimagined ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:00:51:52

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Opus 226 - Kwame vs. Kwame (feat. Marina Chiche)

12/14/2023
Loki highlights words by the late Kwame Ture, chats with Parisian violinist and arts activist Marina Chiche, and responds to the historic appointment of Kwame Ryan as Music Director of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. "La Création du Monde" by Darius MilhaudElaine Brown and Kwame Ture Interview (1993)Marina ChicheLa Marseillaise par la violoniste Marina ChicheCharlotte Symphony Makes History, Names a Black Conductor as its New Music Director ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:03:22

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Opus 225 - The Choral Opus (feat. Dr. Marques L. A. Garrett)

12/7/2023
Loki offers support and a call to action in light of recent news from choral director Alysia Lee, chats with Dr. Marques L. A. Garrett about the tradition and future of Black choral music, and spills some Bernstein tea. Dear TMEAMusic Education is in Hot Water (X Thread)Message from Alysia LeeDr. Marques L. A. Garrett"Say Her Name" by Alysia Lee"Sit Down, Servant" arr. Dr. Marques L. A. GarrettClassical Musics Suicide Pact ★ Support this podcast ★

Duration:01:03:03