The Cumnock Tryst • Conversations

Podcast by The Cumnock Tryst

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About The Cumnock Tryst • Conversations

Join acclaimed composer James MacMillan, founder and Artistic Director of The Cumnock Tryst, for an intimate podcast series that goes beyond the concert stage. Throughout the year, James sits down with festival artists, distinguished musicians, and other fascinating cultural figures to explore the stories behind the music and the people who make it. Each episode offers listeners a unique window into the artistic process, revealing the personal journeys, inspirations, and challenges that shape today's most compelling performers and creators. From emerging talents just making their mark on the classical scene to established masters reflecting on decades of musical exploration, these conversations uncover the human experiences that fuel artistic expression. Whether discussing the technical intricacies of a new composition, the emotional landscape of performance, or the broader cultural forces that influence contemporary music-making, James's thoughtful interviews reveal the depth and diversity of voices within The Cumnock Tryst community and beyond. More than just artist interviews, The Cumnock Tryst • Conversations creates a year-round extension of the festival's mission to celebrate music as a living, breathing art form shaped by the remarkable individuals who dedicate their lives to it. Each episode invites you into the world of serious music-making with warmth, insight, and genuine curiosity about what drives creativity and artistic expression.

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James MacMillan in Conversation with: Roderick Williams

The Cumnock Tryst's Artistic Director James MacMillan sits down with the renowned baritone and composer Roderick Williams, ahead of his Cumnock debut in just over a week. In this engaging conversation, they explore Roderick's formative years and his path to becoming one of Britain's most celebrated singers, as well as his evolution as a composer in his own right. From his early musical experiences to the development of his distinctive artistic voice, Roderick shares insights into the dual creative journey that has shaped his career on both sides of the musical equation. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of an artist who has made his mark both as an interpreter of both song and opera, and as a creator of new musical experiences. Don't Miss It Live When: Friday, 3rd October 2025 at 7:30pm Where: Trinity Church, Cumnock Duration: 1 hour, no interval Tickets: Full price £25 | Local Residents & Students £18 | Registered Unemployed & Under 18s £5 Book: www.thecumnocktryst.com [http://www.thecumnocktryst.com]

23 Sep 2025 - 29 min

James MacMillan in Conversation with: Taylor Scott Davis

The Cumnock Tryst’s Artistic Director James MacMillan sits down with the American composer Taylor Scott Davis. As they discuss the upcoming Scottish premiere of Taylor's Magnificat, the pair consider their respective cultural influences and creative processes, and how the forces they write for inspire them in their work. The Scottish premiere of Taylor’s Magnificat will take place at The Cumnock Tryst on Saturday, 4 October 2025, featuring The Cumnock Tryst Festival Chorus, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, soprano Catriona Hewitson, and conductor Eamonn Dougan. For tickets and full information, visit www.thecumnocktryst.com [http://www.thecumnocktryst.com]. Don't Miss It Live When: Saturday, 4th October 2025 at 7:30pm Where: Barony Hall, Barony Campus, Cumnock, KA18 Duration: 1 hour, no interval Tickets: Full price £25 | Local Residents & Students £18 | Registered Unemployed & Under 18s £5 Book: www.thecumnocktryst.com [http://www.thecumnocktryst.com]

16 Sep 2025 - 32 min

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