075 - Saad Haddad

In this episode, we discuss composition and performance with composer Saad Haddad. One prominent topic - the challenges involved working with orchestras and large ensembles playing microtonal music, and logistics of the industry. We also discuss ideas of east vs. west, style infiltration, using minimal sets of pitches, and maqam. Music: Vortex Temporum - Gérard Grisey Vignettes - Saad Haddad Aysheen (demo) - Saad Haddad Outro: Aysheen (demo) - Saad Haddad Saad has his own podcast! (check it out): https://www.youtube.com/@saadhaddadshow Other links: https://www.saadnhaddad.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPIEc4WKDbeemLQAqyhIUsA

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