Classical trumpeter Mary Elizabeth Bowden joins Rick and Ron again for another episode of the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast.
Mary Elizabeth is a highly in-demand soloist, praised for her “splendid, brilliant” playing (Gramophone Magazine) and her “pure, refined, and warm” tone (American Record Guide). A Gold Medal Global Music Award Winner, Opus Klassik Nominee, and Yamaha Performing Artist, Bowden works diligently to establish a new repertoire for the trumpet through creative, collaborative commissioning projects and award-winning albums.
Highlights of Bowden’s recent seasons include her debut with the Santa Fe Symphony, as well as prominent engagements with major international ensembles. During the 2022/2023 season, she performed as a soloist with the Busan Maru International Music Festival Orchestra in Korea and toured five cities in Argentina, performing Assad’s Bohemian Queen with the Shenandoah Conservatory Orchestra. She served as faculty at the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival in summer 2022.
Other recent performances include four world premiere concertos. Highlights include her debut with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, where she performs a program including Clarice Assad’s Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra and Shostakovich’s Concerto in C minor for Piano, Trumpet, and String Orchestra with pianist Henry Kramer. In another key debut, Bowden appears as a soloist with the Austin Symphony Orchestra, performing Reena Esmail’s Rosa de Sal and Assad’s Bohemian Queen. With the DuPage Symphony, she premieres a new arrangement of Gala Flagello’s Persist, newly arranged for two trumpets, and performs as soloist on Grace Williams’ Trumpet Concerto. She debuts with Oregon’s Rogue Valley Symphony in Henri Tomasi’s Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra before touring the Fung and Assad concertos to the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber Orchestra, Akron Symphony Orchestra, Lexington Philharmonic, and Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra.
Bowden holds residencies and masterclasses at Oberlin College, Swarthmore College, the University of Michigan, Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra, Central Michigan University, Michigan State University, Western Michigan University, Haverford College, Grand Valley State University and the Fine Arts Center of Greenville, SC. International engagements bring Bowden to the Isla Verde Bronces International Brass Festival in Argentina, Festival de Metales del Pacifico in Mexico, and Lieksa Brass Week in Finland. Bowden’s Chrysalis Chamber Players embark on a U.S. tour of trumpet and string quartet repertoire, presented by Live On Stage, and with Seraph Brass, Bowden is recording an album of new compositions for brass quintet for Tower Grove Records.
Classical trumpeter Mary Elizabeth Bowden joins Rick and Ron in another episode of the Feeding the Starving Artist podcat.
Mary Elizabeth is a highly in-demand soloist, praised for her “splendid, brilliant” playing (Gramophone Magazine) and her “pure, refined, and warm” tone (American Record Guide). A Gold Medal Global Music Award Winner, Opus Klassik Nominee, and Yamaha Performing Artist, Bowden works diligently to establish a new repertoire for the trumpet through creative, collaborative commissioning projects and award-winning albums.
Highlights of Bowden’s recent seasons include her debut with the Santa Fe Symphony, as well as prominent engagements with major international ensembles. During the 2022/2023 season, she performed as a soloist with the Busan Maru International Music Festival Orchestra in Korea and toured five cities in Argentina, performing Assad’s Bohemian Queen with the Shenandoah Conservatory Orchestra. She served as faculty at the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival in summer 2022.
Other recent performances include four world premiere concertos. Highlights include her debut with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, where she performs a program including Clarice Assad’s Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra and Shostakovich’s Concerto in C minor for Piano, Trumpet, and String Orchestra with pianist Henry Kramer. In another key debut, Bowden appears as a soloist with the Austin Symphony Orchestra, performing Reena Esmail’s Rosa de Sal and Assad’s Bohemian Queen. With the DuPage Symphony, she premieres a new arrangement of Gala Flagello’s Persist, newly arranged for two trumpets, and performs as soloist on Grace Williams’ Trumpet Concerto. She debuts with Oregon’s Rogue Valley Symphony in Henri Tomasi’s Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra before touring the Fung and Assad concertos to the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber Orchestra, Akron Symphony Orchestra, Lexington Philharmonic, and Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra.
Bowden holds residencies and masterclasses at Oberlin College, Swarthmore College, the University of Michigan, Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra, Central Michigan University, Michigan State University, Western Michigan University, Haverford College, Grand Valley State University and the Fine Arts Center of Greenville, SC. International engagements bring Bowden to the Isla Verde Bronces International Brass Festival in Argentina, Festival de Metales del Pacifico in Mexico, and Lieksa Brass Week in Finland. Bowden’s Chrysalis Chamber Players embark on a U.S. tour of trumpet and string quartet repertoire, presented by Live On Stage, and with Seraph Brass, Bowden is recording an album of new compositions for brass quintet for Tower Grove Records.
Clarence rejoins Rick and Ron on the podcast.
Clarence is one of the busiest jazz drummers in the world, a leader of multiple bands, a composer, a prolific producer, and a music educator.
He's an accomplished jazz drummer, highly regarded for his impressive skills in music composition, production, and education.
Since his arrival in New York City in 1991, Penn has worked with an extensive list of renowned musicians, including Ellis and Wynton Marsalis, Betty Carter, and Michael Brecker, among others.
He has also toured extensively and recorded a myriad of studio albums, covering a wide range of jazz expressions.
Clarence Penn joins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Clarence is one of the busiest jazz drummers in the world, a leader of multiple bands, a composer, a prolific producer, and an educator.
He's an accomplished jazz drummer, is highly regarded for his impressive skills in music composition, production, and education. Since his arrival in New York City in 1991, Penn has worked with an extensive list of renowned musicians, including Ellis and Wynton Marsalis, Betty Carter, and Michael Brecker, among others. He has also toured extensively and recorded a myriad of studio albums, covering a wide range of jazz expressions.
Rick and Ron continue their conversation with drummer David Agee. David holds the drumset chair for the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters. With the Sea Chanters, Agee has performed at the White House, NFL halftime shows, and the Fireworks Spectacular with the Boston Pops.
David is also active as a freelancer and music educator around Washington, DC.
Known as a musical chameleon, versed in jazz, funk, pop, sydeco, and musical theatre, David is in demand as a first-call percussionist in the DCarea.
David has music degrees from Clemson University and Depaul University
Rick and Ron host drummer David Agee to the podcast. David holds the drumset chair for the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters. With the Sea Chanters, Agee has performed at the White House, NFL halftime shows, and the Fireworks Spectacular with the Boston Pops.
David is also active as a freelancer and music educator around Washington, DC.
Known as a musical chameleon, versed in jazz, funk, pop, sydeco, and musical theatre, David is in demand as a first-call percussionist in the DCarea.
David has music degrees from Clemson University and Depaul University
Mike Geib joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a freelance musician, composer, educator, and recording artist.
Mike is a bassist, based in Oklahoma City how is has been called a musical chameleon who thrives in classical, jazz and pop mediums. He has performed with Benny Golson, Kenny Garrett, Divo, and the Lyric Opera of Oklahoma. He is on the faculty of the University of Central Oklahoma and recently released his new CD, "Don't Panic."
We arethrilled to have with us today, Michael Geib.
Mikeis making his second appearance on the Feeding the Starving Podcast.
As a Doublebassist Mike is a true musical chameleon, he thrives in every artistic context. He is a performer, composer, recordingartists and music educator.
He hasperformed with countless notable artists, including Benny Golson, KennyGarrett, and Il Divo.
Mikecalls Oklahoma City his home and maintains an active performance career withthe LyricTheatre of Oklahoma and as a free lance artist. He is on the faculty of the University ofCentral Oklahoma.
We’realso thrilled to learn about his recently released CD, “Don’t Panic.”
We arethrilled to have with us today, Michael Geib.
Mikeis making his second appearance on the Feeding the Starving Podcast.
As a Doublebassist Mike is a true musical chameleon, he thrives in every artistic context. He is a performer, composer, recordingartists and music educator.
He hasperformed with countless notable artists, including Benny Golson, KennyGarrett, and Il Divo.
Mikecalls Oklahoma City his home and maintains an active performance career withthe LyricTheatre of Oklahoma and as a free lance artist. He is on the faculty of the University ofCentral Oklahoma.
We’realso thrilled to learn about his recently released CD, “Don’t Panic.”
Rick and Ron use Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality as a basis to help creative artists bring a fearless, relentless pursuit of absolute excellence to their art.
Join Rick and Ron as they welcome Curtis King to the podcast. Curtis is a multi-talented vocalist who is currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
Curtis' repertoire includes pop, R&B and jazz. He has developed a unique and personal style of vocalization, often using body percussion - creating a personal language that speaks to many.
Curtis is in demand as a background singer and has been featured in numerous jingles, including being the "voice" of Bojangles. He has also provided vocals for artists such as Luther Vandross, Natalie Cole, Billy Joel, Madonna, and most recently Trey Anastasio (Phish).
In addition to his tours with Bruce Springsteen, he has provided supporting vocals for Carly Simon, James Taylor, Steely Dan, and Pavarotti.
Join Rick and Ron as they share road stories and advice for artistic excellence with Curtis King.
Curtis King is an amazing vocalist, with a versatility that is rare.
His repertoire includes pop, R&B and jazz, and has developed a unique and personal style of vocalization, a sound that is African and Asian inspired, often using body percussion - creating a world vibe, or a personal language that speaks to many.
Curtis is currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen and has provided background vocals for hundreds of projects and artists such as Luther Vandross, Natalie Cole, Billy Joel, Madonna, and most recently Trey Anastasio (Phish).
In addition with his tours with Bruce Springsteen, he has provided supporting vocals for Carly Simon, James Taylor, Steely Dan, Pavarotti and has worked with such notable producers as Phil Ramone, Kevin Shirley, Barry Eastman, Nile Rodgers, Jim Steinman, Russ Titleman and Arif Mardin.
Join Rick and Ron as they host Curtis King to the Feeding the Starving Arts podcast!
Join Rick and Ron as they welcome Bryan Uhl back to the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast.
Bryan is a trumpet player who graduated with music degrees from Iowa State University and the University of North Texas. During his career Bryan has enjoyed a varied and prolific performing career.
In his 20-year tenure with the West Point Band (NY), Bryan performed everything from big band jazz, classical chamber music at major sporting events, and for military and State Department ceremonial functions.
Following his service as a West Point musician, Bryan is now a freelance trumpet player living in the New York area.
During his career he has provided entertainment in theme parks, such as Busch Gardens (VA) and Walt Disney World (FL).
Prior to joining the Back to the Future pit orchestra, Bryan is in demand as a free-lancer all over metro New York. Bryan also appears on the Radio City Christmas Spectacular orchestra.
Rick and Ron welcome Bryan Uhl to the Feeding the Artist Podcast.
Bryan is a trumpet player who graduated with music degrees from Iowa State University and the University of North Texas. During his career Bryan has enjoyed a varied and prolific performing career.
In his 20-year tenure with the West Point Band (NY), Bryan performed everything from big band jazz, and classical chamber music at major sporting events, and for military and State Department ceremonial functions.
Following his service as a West Point musician, Bryan is now a freelance trumpet player living in the New York area.
During his career he has provided entertainment in theme parks, such as Busch Gardens (VA) and Walt Disney World (FL).
Prior to joining the Back to the Future orchestra, You can find Bryan as a pit musician on Broadway, plays with the Back to the Future orchestra, and holds a trumpet chair in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular orchestra.
One of our favorite guests, Sharon Burch, rejoins the "Feeding the Starving Artist" podcast.
Sharon began teaching general music in 1987. Constantly pursuing the best methods of educationally connecting with students, she is a certified teacher with the International Piano Teaching Foundation, earned a master’s degree as a Professional Educator and uses a combination of strategies to enable kids to experience concepts in the classroom. Teaching creatively, Sharon introduced Freddie the Frog to her classroom of music students in 1995 and discovered the magic of games, storytelling and puppetry in teaching.
She authored Freddie the Frog and the Thump in the Night, Freddie the Frog and the Bass Clef Monster, Freddie the Frog and the Mysterious Wahooooo, and Freddie the Frog and the Secret of Crater Island as the first of several adventuresome stories introducing fundamental music concepts.
Sharon Burch began teaching general music in 1987. Constantly pursuing the best methods of educationally connecting with students, she is a certified teacher with the International Piano Teaching Foundation, earned a master’s degree as a Professional Educator and uses a combination of strategies to enable kids to experience concepts in the classroom. Teaching creatively, Sharon introduced Freddie the Frog to her classroom of music students in 1995 and discovered the magic of games, storytelling and puppetry in teaching.
She authored Freddie the Frog and the Thump in the Night, Freddie the Frog and the Bass Clef Monster, Freddie the Frog and the Mysterious Wahooooo, and Freddie the Frog and the Secret of Crater Island as the first of several adventuresome stories introducing fundamental music concepts.
Join Rick and Ron as they continue their conversation with Los Angeles-based saxophonist Bob Reynolds in the next episode of the "Feeding the Starving Artist" podcast.
Bob is a Grammy-winning member of the instrumental group Snarky Puppy, an award-winning composer, and a prolific recording artist with 10 top-selling solo albums to his credit.
Widely known for his work with both Snarky and John Mayer, he’s been a featured soloist with Grammy-winning instrumentalists like Larry Carlton, Chris Botti, and Jeff Lorber and worked with a host of pop artists including Michael Bublé, Idina Menzel, Josh Groban, The 1975, and USHER.
Join Rick and Ron as they host Los Angeles-based saxophonist Bob Reynolds in the next episode of the "Feeding the Starving Artist" podcast.
Bob is a Grammy-winning member of the instrumental group Snarky Puppy, an award-winning composer, and a prolific recording artist with 10 top-selling solo albums to his credit.
Widely known for his work with both Snarky and John Mayer, he’s been a featured soloist with Grammy-winning instrumentalists like Larry Carlton, Chris Botti, and Jeff Lorber and worked with a host of pop artists including Michael Bublé, Idina Menzel, Josh Groban, The 1975, and USHER.
Peter Wilson shares some "behind the scenes" stories from the Obama White House as he joins the podcast. Peter served as concertmaster for "The President's Own" Marine Band during his illustrious service as a military musician.
Peter is a multifaceted violinist, conductor, arranger, and composer Peter currently serves as Music Director of the Richmond Philharmonic and The American Prize-winning Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra in Virginia as well as Artistic Director and Conductor of the American Festival Pops Orchestra in the National Capital Region. He began his career as Concertmaster of the Walt Disney World Orchestra, has conducted the National Symphony and the National Gallery of Art Orchestras, and holds degrees from Northwestern and Catholic University, where he earned a Doctor of Musical Arts.
Don't miss Peter and his great storytelling on this week's show.
Peter Wilson joins the podcast! Join Rick and Ron as they have talk about Peter's career as an artist entrepreneur.
Peter Wilson is an engaging and multifaceted violinist, conductor, arranger, and composer whose artistry has been noted as “first-class” by The Washington Post. He is the former senior enlisted music advisor to The White House, where he led countless ensembles and performed as a Marine violinist for 30 years in direct support of five Presidents. Upon retiring as String Section Commander of the Marine Band, he was awarded the Legion of Merit. Peter currently serves as Music Director of the Richmond Philharmonic and The American Prize-winning Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra in Virginia as well as Artistic Director and Conductor of the American Festival Pops Orchestra in the National Capital Region. He began his career as Concertmaster of the Walt Disney World Orchestra, has conducted the National Symphony and the National Gallery of Art Orchestras, and holds degrees from Northwestern and Catholic University, where he earned a Doctor of Musical Arts.
Acting coach Jason Buyer rejoins the podcast!
Jason began casting extras and commercials in his home town of Chicago, Illinois nearly twenty years ago. His casting background is extensive. He was the senior casting coordinator at Warner Bros. Television, (Eastwick, Zero Effect, Thieves, Harry Stone, Bull), the casting associate at Ulrich/Dawson/Kritzer Casting (Rude Awakening, Any Day Now, The Gregory Hines Show, Glory, Rag and Bone), and the former casting associate at Weber & Associates Casting at MGM (Dead Like Me, She Spies, Fame Encore, Stargate -SG1, Soldier of Fortune, The Outer Limits, The Crow, 12 Angry Men, The Gingerbread Man, A Hero From Zero)
Jason was the CEO of Marketing The Actor and The Casting Playhouse, making a name for himself with his unique approach to the audition process. Jason now teaches “The Formula” to beginning and advanced acting students, which is the only audition technique class taught entirely from the casting perspective. He currently offers private one-on-one mock audition classes as well as group classes for all levels in person in NYC, and on Zoom.
Jason continues to be an invited keynote speaker at numerous universities, conducting marketing seminars for their graduating seniors and theatre students. He is a former adjunct professor for Columbia College, Chicago, running the Semester In LA Acting Program. Jason’s first book, Inside The Audition Room is now available at Samuel French Bookstore in Los Angeles, The Drama Bookshop in NYC, Barnes and Noble and Amazon.com. Jason latest project is the Need A Reader Actor App, now available on the App Store & Google Play. Need A Reader connects actors with readers for auditions, self tapes, classes, rehearsals and practice. In his “spare” time, Jason enjoys spending time with his two children, ages 20 and 16.
Acting coach Jason Buyer joins the podcast!
Jason began casting extras and commercials in his home town of Chicago, Illinois nearly twenty years ago. His casting background is extensive. He was the senior casting coordinator at Warner Bros. Television, (Eastwick, Zero Effect, Thieves, Harry Stone, Bull), the casting associate at Ulrich/Dawson/Kritzer Casting (Rude Awakening, Any Day Now, The Gregory Hines Show, Glory, Rag and Bone), and the former casting associate at Weber & Associates Casting at MGM (Dead Like Me, She Spies, Fame Encore, Stargate -SG1, Soldier of Fortune, The Outer Limits, The Crow, 12 Angry Men, The Gingerbread Man, A Hero From Zero)
Jason was the CEO of Marketing The Actor and The Casting Playhouse, making a name for himself with his unique approach to the audition process. Jason now teaches “The Formula” to beginning and advanced acting students, which is the only audition technique class taught entirely from the casting perspective. He currently offers private one-on-one mock audition classes as well as group classes for all levels in person in NYC, and on Zoom.
Jason continues to be an invited keynote speaker at numerous universities, conducting marketing seminars for their graduating seniors and theatre students. He is a former adjunct professor for Columbia College, Chicago, running the Semester In LA Acting Program. Jason’s first book, Inside The Audition Room is now available at Samuel French Bookstore in Los Angeles, The Drama Bookshop in NYC, Barnes and Noble and Amazon.com. Jason latest project is the Need A Reader Actor App, now available on the App Store & Google Play. Need A Reader connects actors with readers for auditions, self tapes, classes, rehearsals and practice. In his “spare” time, Jason enjoys spending time with his two children, ages 20 and 16.