The Gift of Music

Piano Music

This episode is dedicated to the piano studio and community engagement experience at the University of Mississippi through the work of Dr. Ian Hominick. Podcast Theme Song – “Hydrogen Jukebox” by Cecil Price Walden – Performed by the UM Wind Ensemble under the direction of David Willson. Hosts for this episode (in order of appearance) – Nancy Maria Balach and Amanda Fliflet, with guest, Dr. Ian Hominick. "Thank You Note" segments with alumni and community members. Musical Selections include "Stompin 'em Down" by Alex Hill performed by Daniel Souvigny and Nathan Beasley, and "Romance" by Jean Sibelius performed by Dr. Ian Hominick. Podcast Engineer – Amanda Fliflet Produced by the University of Mississippi Department of Music

The Vocal Studio Experience

This episode is dedicated to the vocal studio experience at the University of Mississippi. Podcast Theme Song – “Hydrogen Jukebox” by Cecil Price Walden – Performed by the UM Wind Ensemble under the direction of David Willson. Hosts for this episode (in order of appearance) – Nancy Maria Balach and Amanda Fliflet, with guest, Dr. Brad Robinson. "Thank You Note" segments with current and recently graduated vocal students at the University of Mississippi. Musical Selections include "Du bist wie eine Blume" performed by Ariel (Burger) Ray, "Two Little Flowers" and "Du bist wie eine Blume" both performed by Dr. Brad Robinson. Podcast Engineer – Amanda Fliflet Produced by the University of Mississippi Department of Music

Global Music at UM

This episode is dedicated to Global Music and Musicians at the University of Mississippi. Podcast Theme Song – “Hydrogen Jukebox” by Cecil Price Walden – Performed by the UM Wind Ensemble under the direction of David Willson. Hosts for this episode (in order of appearance) – Nancy Maria Balach and Amanda Fliflet, with guests Dr. George Dor, George Blankson, and Samuel Agbenyo. "Thank You Note" segments with current international students at the University of Mississippi Musical Selections include "Just a Closer Walk with Thee"performed by Doreen Ketchens and her New Orleans Band, and "The Kinka" performed by the Ole Miss African Drum and Dance Ensemble (OMADDE). Podcast Engineer – Amanda Fliflet Produced by the University of Mississippi Department of Music

Instrumental Music - The Studio Experience

This episode is dedicated to the intensive studio learning experience at UM Music and the unique and specialized journey of a music major. Podcast Theme Song – “Hydrogen Jukebox” by Cecil Price Walden – Performed by the UM Wind Ensemble under the direction of David Willson. Hosts for this episode (in order of appearance) – Nancy Maria Balach and Amanda Fliflet, with guests Michael Rowlett, Adam Estes, Will Nelson, and Mayuka Ishii. "Thank You Note" segments with current instrumental students at the University of Mississippi Musical Selections include "Solo de Concert" by Gabriel Pierné performed by Will Nelson, and "Sonata" movement III by Paul Creston performed by Mayuka Ishii. Podcast Engineer – Amanda Fliflet Produced by the University of Mississippi Department of Music

The Gift of Music

Today’s episode is dedicated to all music educators. The gift of music is an extraordinary one, and we are thrilled to share this gift with those around us. Podcast Theme Song – “Hydrogen Jukebox” by Cecil Price Walden – Performed by the UM Wind Ensemble under the direction of David Willson. Hosts for this episode (in order of appearance) – Nancy Maria Balach and Amanda Fliflet, with guests Selim Giray, Connor Carlisle, Adrienne Park, and David Carlisle. "Thank You Note" segments with patrons and current Oxford High School music students. Musical Selections include "Jingle Bells" arranged by John La Barbera performed by the Mississippians Jazz Ensemble, "Chokfi'" by Jared Tate performed by the LOU Symphony Orchestra and students from Oxford and Tupelo High Schools, and "Celebrate Christmas" arranged by Gordon Ring performed by the University of Mississippi Chorus and LOU Symphony Orchestra. Podcast Engineer – Amanda Fliflet Produced by the University of Mississippi Department of Music