Ep13 Cello improv & Metamorphosis - Ben Roberts

Luke talks to composer and cellist Ben Roberts, Ben improvises on the cello his interpretation of the stories. With Tales of mushrooms in the ball park and metamorphosis. 

We explore his journey from classical training to free-form improvisation. Ben discusses his collaborations with filmmakers, dancers, and art galleries, and the emotional and imaginative aspects of improvisation. The episode concludes with insights on the value of being present and mindful during improvisation.

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Introduction to Ben Roberts (00:00:06)
Ben Roberts introduces himself as a cellist and discusses his relationship with improvisation.

Classical Training and Evolution (00:00:20)
Ben reflects on his classical training and growing adventurousness in improvisation.

Music Interpretation Exercise (00:01:42)
Ben listens to a piece of music and shares his interpretation of its emotional journey.

Playing the Journey on Cello (00:04:03)
Ben improvises on the cello, attempting to reflect the story of the music.

Discussion of Musical Interpretation (00:05:50)
The speakers discuss their different approaches to storytelling through music.

Improvisation from Scratch (00:06:51)
Ben explores improvising freely without a predetermined story or imagery.

Imaginary Metamorphosis (00:07:44)
The host interprets Ben's improvisation as a story of a lizard's transformation.

Character of the Old Man (00:09:00)
Ben describes an old man shedding burdens, connecting to the theme of liberation.

Reflections on Performance (00:11:01)
The speakers analyze the musical representation of the old man's journey.

Telling Another Story (00:12:01)
Ben shares a story about a toy chicken facing an identity crisis.

Theme of Acceptance (00:15:43)
The discussion focuses on themes of self-acceptance and overcoming insecurity.

Bluesy Chicken Theme (00:16:12)
The host suggests a bluesy feel for the chicken's story, enhancing its relatability.

Playful Realization (00:19:34)
Ben shares a personal story about embracing playfulness in a challenging environment.

Capturing Trepidation (00:22:26)
The host reflects on how Ben's story effectively conveyed a sense of trepidation.

Conclusion of the Podcast (00:24:26)
The hosts wrap up the episode, discussing the insights gained from improvisation.

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