Creative Conversations with Roger Humphrey

Guitarist/arranger Gregg Nestor has released 15 albums and published over 17,000 pages of arrangements for solo guitar and guitar in ensembles. He's also spent several decades as a music proofreader in Hollywood. We talk about that, his work with Henry Mancini and much more.

Composer, flutist, and educator talks about the new CD "Orchestrating The Wild" just released by the London Symphony of just her music. Actually we talk about a lot of other stuff too. Please join us. I'm sure you'll like it.

One of the most engaging pianists you will ever hear. We had a wonderful conversation that I'm sure you will enjoy.

Korean pianist Yekwon Sunwoo talks about winning the 2017 Van Cliburn competition, touring, recording and much more.

Russian pianist Polina Fradkina talks about her recordings, her concerts and lectures, and so much more.

True crime author Rod Sadler makes a return visit to talk about his new book "Depraved Obsession". It's about the pursuit and capture of a depraved serial killer. Rod's experience as a retired officer gives him a unique perspective and makes his a compelling story teller.

Violinists Emily Smith and Jessica Wu from the Vega String Quartet talk about their history, residency at Emory University, and their concerts with bluegrass greats Mark and Maggie O'Connor.

Swiss violinist Rachel Kolly talks about her career, her music choices, her recordings, and her cat. Please join us for a very charming chat.

Danish violinist Christine Pryn talks about the Rudersdal Summer Music Festival and subsequent Rudersdal Chamber Players which she founded. She also talks about balancing contemporary and standard repertoire, commissioning new works, and recording.

Emmy and Peabody award-winning filmmaker and author talks about her latest book "Bring Judgement Day" about the life and times of folk singer Huddie Ledbetter (LeadBelly)

Violist Emily Brandenburg is the newest member of the award-winning Cassatt String Quartet. She talks about her journey to get there, the audition process, her love of contemporary music balanced with standard repertoire, and much more.

The very unique and eclectic guitarist/composer Stepan Rak talks with me via Zoom from his home in Prague.

I'm joined by Janusz Marynowski the director of Sinfonia Varsovia, Poland's biggest and most successful orchestra and one of Europe's finest. We talk about their upcoming tour, their past directors including Yehudi Menuhin and Nigel Kennedy and their future.

The award-winning composer Edward Smaldone talks about his work, his writing style, teaching and much more.

Maggie Malone is the superintendent of the West Michigan Academy of Arts and Academics. Please join us as we talk about how they integrate the arts into general education in this innovative K-8 public school.

International concert pianist Vedrana Subotic talks about Beethoven, teaching and her new CD "Chiaroscuro".

Award-winning violinist/conductor Tigran Shiganyan talks about performing, recording and much more.

Jamie-Sue Seal is not only a very talented singer/songwriter she is also the founder and CEO of Smokin' Sleddog Records and Togo Touring Artists. Please join us as we pull back the curtain and get a brief glimpse of the business side of music.

Columnist, author, podcaster Jeff Giles talks about his new book, music, and much more.

Chicago based artist Adam Thomas talks about his journey from the corporate world to being a successful painters whose works are in galleries around the U.S. and have been seen in national magazines and on TV.

Randy Ojeda is an entertainment attorney and artist manager. We talk about the business side of being a successful artist.

Award-winning composer/conductor Victoria Bond talks about writing her many operas, ballets, and other works large and small.

Painter, sculptor, illustrator Pamela Gleave talks about her journey to becoming a successful artist.

Brazilian guitarist talks about performing, teaching, and recording.

Lisa Plasse is a musician, educator, and author. We spoke via Zoom about the challenges of the need to adjust during Covid, the continuing story line of her books, and much more. Unfortunately Zoom added static to my voice (insert joke here) and there didn't seem to be a way to fix it.

Celebrated composer Dilorom Saidaminova joins me from her home in Uzbekistan. Also joining us is her son the wonderful violinist/conductor who graciously acts as our interpreter.

Toby Dorr is an author and motivational speaker who has spent the last two decades uplifting women.

Armenian pianist and musicologist Sahan Araruni stopped by via Zoom and we talked about Armenian classical

I'm pleased to welcome Megan Ihnen to the podcast. Megan is the Executive Director of Live Music Project and we discuss its history and mission to support classical musicians in this age of popular music dominance.

First time author Janet Defever talks about the inspiration behind her children's book and the publishing process.

In this episode Nashville songwriter/producer joins me to talk about writing, producing, his newest projects, and much more.

Carmen Maret (flute) and Andrew Bergeron (guitar) talk about their 20 years as a duo, touring, composing, and much more.

A wonderful conversation with classical guitarist/composer David Leisner. Please join us as we talk about his newest album, 19th century music, composing, focal dystonia, and much more.

Peruvian artist talks about moving to New Orleans and then Miami.

Join us as author Rachel Rossano talks about writing, the advantage of self-publishing and much more.

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Famed wildlife and landscape photographer Richard Kefgen talks about his work and his journey getting to the top of his profession.

A very informative and enjoyable with the award-winning ceramic artist Holly Ross.

A great conversation with portrait and wedding photographer Andrejka Hirsch.