The @Percussion - Episode 51 Mike Compitello

051 - Mike Compitello

 

During her residence at Avaloch Farm, Megan sat down with Mike Compitello, part of New Morse Code, the cello/perc duo that coordinates Avaloch Farm's New Music Initiative.  Mike is an active chamber and orchestral player, and teaches at the University of Kansas. 

Topics: artist retreats, scientific research about the "chills" when you listen to music

Watch here. Listen below.

 

0:00 Intro and hello
1:03 Avaloch Farms – chamber ensemble residency
5:13 Megan: listing and review of additional artist retreats
14:20 Benefits of Avaloch and other artist residencies
21:17 Facilities and focus at Avaloch
28:25 Playing Baroque timpani
32:26 Laurel: Frisson – the science behind the ‘chills’ you get when listening to music
52:36 New Morse Code – cello and percussion duo
58:26 Professional websites
1:00:45 University interview process and advice
1:16:11 Wrap