Anything Music

This episode discusses the value of the arts during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact the pandemic is having on the arts community. We also suggest healthy ways to entertain yourself at home, and how you can support your local musicians during these uncertain times. The guest on this episode is Caitlyn Berger, also known as The Flutey Feminist on Youtube.This podcast was recorded on March 15th, 2020. Think of the information in this episode as a time capsule, as it is very possible that the COVID-19 situation has changed at the time you are listening to this podcast. This episode's listening suggestion: Moral of the Story by Ashe Disclaimer: Aside from the fact that washing your hands is always a good idea, this episode does not contain any credible health advice. For information like that, please refer to the appropriate resources in your area.

In 1903, Remy and Thérèse Simoens left their small Belgian town of Everbeek for a new life in the rolling hills of Bruxelles, Manitoba, Canada. Since their arrival, the Simoens have been making music on the prairies for generations. In this episode, three of their musical descendants sit down for a discussion about music in their family history, the Belgian-Canadian identity, and the pronunciation of the surname Simoens. Guests: Alicia Vachon and David Van Den Bossche.

In this episode with Amélie Roberts we talk about Icelandic music of the past and present, and the fascination around Scandinavian culture.This episode's listening suggestion: White Sun by JFDR

In this episode with pianist Becky Reesor we discuss piano burnings and the relationship between instruments, humans, and nature's elements. This episode's listening suggestion: The Single Petal of a Rose, Duke Ellington

This episode is a wholesome chat with pianist Godwin Friesen about time management, balance, and blueberry scrambled eggs. This episode's listening suggestion: Snarky Puppy's album "Sylva" with the Metropole Orkest

A wonderful conversation over some tea with baroque violist Tatiana Friesen! This episode's listening suggestion: Jean-Féry Rebel, Le Cahos (from Les Élémens)

Welcome to the first episode of Anything Music! In this episode the podcast's host, Joanna Simoens, will introduce the series by talking about her own journey as a musician.This episode's listening suggestion: Wildflowers, The Wailin' Jennys