Over The Top with Christopher O'Riley Episode

In this conversation, host Christopher O'Riley interviews cellist Aaron Wolff, discussing his musical career and his experiences in acting. They talk about Aaron's role in the Coen Brothers film 'A Serious Man' and his work with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. They also touch on Aaron's upbringing in a musical household and his studies in Baroque music. Additionally, they discuss Aaron's involvement in theater and his upcoming projects. In this conversation, Aaron Wolff and Christopher O'Riley discuss the process of acting and its application to music performance. They explore the steps of identifying what the character wants, the abstract desires, the actions taken, and the personal connection to the character. They also discuss the role of competitions in music and the pressure to perform better than others. Aaron shares his experience with competitions and the growth he gained from them. They also touch on the importance of individual artistry and personal expression in classical music. The conversation concludes with a discussion on Aaron's musical soirees and his love for the music of Arthur Russell.
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Introduction
03:16
From A Serious Man to the Boston Symphony
08:19
Growing Up in a Musical Household
14:28
Exploring Bach's Music
24:05
Contributing to Visual Media and Theater
30:28
Future Projects
30:49
The Intersection of Character and Performer Motivation
31:43
The Role of Competitions in Artist Development
34:33
Celebrating Individual Artistry in Classical Music
51:52
Exploring Different Genres through Musical Soirees
54:10
The Unique and Inspiring Music of Arthur Russell
01:05:39
Over The Rainbow CLOSE.mp4

[@mgueneyman]

Thank you, Christopher O’Riley, for all the beauty you bring into this world.

[@richterkleiber]

This is wonderful-thank you to the both of you!! ✨🥂