The NOVA Podcast, Episode 13: psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs

Описание: When Jason Hardink discovered Shawn Okpebholo’s music on Facebook, he knew he had to perform something by this incredible composer. But as he began learning psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, he struggled with whether it was appropriate for him, as a white pianist, to be performing a piece rooted deeply in the musical and religious traditions of Nigeria, African American culture, and Papua New Guinea.

Jeff Counts speaks with Jason about the ongoing challenge of facing the responsibility performers have to examine their own repertoire choices and present works from diverse voices.

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A transcript of this discussion is available at https://www.novaslc.org/novapodcast/n....

Jason mentions the following articles, pieces, and performances in this conversation:

Anthony R. Green: “What the Optics of Music Say to Black Composers”, in NewMusic USA
https://nmbx.newmusicusa.org/what-the...

“O Freedom” (arr. Okpebholo)
Wayne Arthur Paul, baritone | Javier Arrebola, piano
   • Wayne Arthur sings "Oh, Freedom" arr. by S...  

Two Black Churches
Will Liverman, baritone | Paul Sanchez, piano
   • Two Black Churches by Shawn E. Okpebholo |...  

Jeff Counts | host
Jason Hardink | pianist

recording mastered by Michael Carnes
produced by Chris Myers (https://www.argylearts.com)

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