The Complete Musician Podcast

Episode 57 – September 15 Recital Preview

We have our next Cor Moto recital on September 15th (tomorrow, at the time of recording and posting this podcast). Join us as we talk through each of the pieces, including the origins of titles, the musical inspirations, and so much more. Then join us in person at UGA or online on 9/15/25 at 7:30pm ET for the show! Livestream link: https://music.uga.edu/edge-hall-live-streaming [https://music.uga.edu/edge-hall-live-streaming]. A video of the recital or recital highlights may be available after the show, so if you are listening post recital, search Youtube, and/or stay tuned! Please subscribe, like, comment, and share with your friends! Our website: www.cormotohorn.com [http://www.cormotohorn.com/] Our email: cormotohorn@gmail.com [cormotohorn@gmail.com] Drew’s website: www.drewphillipshorn.com [http://www.drewphillipshorn.com/] James’ website: www.jamesnaigus.com [http://www.jamesnaigus.com/]

Episode 56 – Hot Takes

Hold on tight, because today we are throwing down some hot takes. Topics include: * Ensemble audition placements * General validation * Composition * The unraveling of Ravel * Acknowledging your pianist * And so much more! Please subscribe, like, comment, and share with your friends! Also send us a message with your hot takes, or topics you’d like us to discuss! Our website: www.cormotohorn.com [http://www.cormotohorn.com/] Our email: cormotohorn@gmail.com [cormotohorn@gmail.com] Drew’s website: www.drewphillipshorn.com [http://www.drewphillipshorn.com/] James’ website: www.jamesnaigus.com [http://www.jamesnaigus.com/]

Episode 55 – Back To School Advice!

We’re back with more advice for students and teachers alike to start the 25/26 school year! Topics include: * Healthy life balance * Doing your best * Get a hobby! * Live like a Sim * Realistic expectations * “You better warm up” * Stay happy Please subscribe, like, comment, and share with your friends! Also send us a message if you loved (or hated) this! Our website: www.cormotohorn.com [http://www.cormotohorn.com/] Our email: cormotohorn@gmail.com [cormotohorn@gmail.com] Drew’s website: www.drewphillipshorn.com [http://www.drewphillipshorn.com/] James’ website: www.jamesnaigus.com [http://www.jamesnaigus.com/]

Episode 54 – What Are Fundamentals?

You can’t spell fundamentals without FUN! And Damentals! Topics include: * What are fundamentals? * Are they fundamental? * Which is more fundamental? * Are they fun? * Are they mental? Please subscribe, like, comment, and share with your friends! Also send us a message if you loved (or hated) this! Our website: www.cormotohorn.com [http://www.cormotohorn.com/] Our email: cormotohorn@gmail.com [cormotohorn@gmail.com] Drew’s website: www.drewphillipshorn.com [http://www.drewphillipshorn.com/] James’ website: www.jamesnaigus.com [http://www.jamesnaigus.com/]

Episode 53 – Tips for Grad School Auditions

Join us for a fun true/false game where we talk about the dos and don’ts of auditioning for music grad school! Topics include: * What do I play in an audition? * What is the purpose of an audition? * What is the panel looking/listening for? * Why sight reading? Please subscribe, like, comment, and share with your friends! Also send us a message if you loved (or hated) this! Our website: www.cormotohorn.com [http://www.cormotohorn.com/] Our email: cormotohorn@gmail.com [cormotohorn@gmail.com] Drew’s website: www.drewphillipshorn.com [http://www.drewphillipshorn.com/] James’ website: www.jamesnaigus.com [http://www.jamesnaigus.com/]