Episode 90: Supporting the Arts

Featuring the founders of A La Carte; Dr. Lance Hulme, Professor of Music Theory at North Carolina Central University and Professor Clara O'Brien, Professor of Vocal Performance at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

(1:53) We have a discussion about the fusion of music across genres, cultures and geographic regions. We talk about how fusing different music genres can help introduce people to genres that they may not have been exposed to before. (15:05) Following that conversation, we have a discussion about the importance of supporting the arts. During the conversation we discuss the relationship between money and the arts.

(28:21) During the interview Lance and Clara address the misconceptions surrounding classical music. They tell us what makes American musicians unique. Lance and Clara give us their thoughts on individuals learning to express themselves musically. Lastly, they explain the difference between classical compositions, film score compositions, and modern music compositions.