Happy Earth Day! This episode is about Bloom, a short piece that is based on one of the most common chord progressions in popular music.Episode links:-Purchase/peruse Bloom-Learn about Earth Day-Axis of Awesome 4-chord song-Dale Trumbore's "Sta

Episode 10: Beneath the Canopy

Apr 15th, 2024 28m 12s

Beneath the Canopy was commissioned as a flex band piece first and then made into a full band version. In this episode, I talk about the inspiration behind the piece, how it was all created based on one melody, and encourage folks to make conne

Episode 9: Saying NO when something doesn't feel right

Mar 25th, 2024 29m 12s

Prompted by a recent real-life situation, in this episode I share my thoughts on saying no, making tough decisions, navigating disappointment, trusting yourself, and working at your own pace. Episode shoutoutsAshley KillamEmily Steinwall Marcus

Episode 8: Reflections

Mar 18th, 2024 16m 31s

This episode is about Reflections (2019) for grade 2.5 concert band, which was commissioned by the Minnesota Junior Winds. Episode links:-Learn more about the Minnesota Junior Winds -Peruse/purchase ReflectionsAudio credits for this episode:-Ar

Episode 7: Boreal Pines

Mar 11th, 2024 29m 55s

Episode Links:-purchase Boreal Pines -Fort McMurray wildfire documentaryAudio credits for this episode:-Ashley Brockway (audio clip)-University of Southern Mississippi Symphonic WindsPlease visit caitnishimura.com for perusal scores, recordings

Episode 6: Q&A

Mar 4th, 2024 40m 32s

A whole episode dedicated to answering listener questions! Episode Links:New band piece: The Journey BeginsThe Band Room PodcastPlease visit caitnishimura.com for perusal scores, recordings, program notes, and more info about me and my work. Co

Episode 5: Ready to Fly

Feb 19th, 2024 24m 49s

In this episode, I talk about the bird calls that inspired Ready to Fly and share a letter from the commissioner! Episode LinksReady to Fly: https://caitnishimura.com/pages/ready-to-fly Purchase link: https://caitnishimura.com/products/ready-to

Episode 4: A New Horizon

Feb 5th, 2024 19m 51s

This episode is about A New Horizon, which was written for the University of Oklahoma New Horizons Band, and features an audio clip from the commissioner, Chris Baumgartner! Episode linksPurchase a copy of A New HorizonLearn more about New Hori

Episode 3: Alpine Meadow

Jan 29th, 2024 25m 47s

This week we're looking at Alpine Meadow and how it evolved from roadtrip-inspired ideas to a full piece for concert band. I also answer a listener question and talk about composing at home vs on the road. Audio credits for this episode:Christi

Episode 2: Autumn

Jan 22nd, 2024 27m 57s

This episode is all about Autumn. I talk about the evolution of this piece from poem to choir to band piece, and offer some tips for interpreting the music. Recordings credits for this episode:Toronto Youth Choir (Matthew Otto), Pacific Luthera

Episode 1: Into the Blue

Jan 15th, 2024 28m 21s

In the first episode of this new series, I'm talking about Into the Blue, which is a short piece for grade 2 concert band. To purchase a copy of Into the Blue for your own library, visit caitnishimura.com. Audio credits for this episode: -Bald

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Welcome to the composercait podcast!

Nov 19th, 2023 55s

My name is Cait Nishimura and I am a composer! In this podcast series, I’m going to tell you about each piece of music that I’ve written so far. I’ll be sharing behind the scenes stories from creating the piece, suggestions for performers and c

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