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Conversations with Joseph Byrd

Conversations with Joseph Byrd

Written by: Paul Critz
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Avant garde composer, conceptual artist, rock musician, writer, teacher, gourmand...Joseph Byrd was a profound intellect and talented composer. Before his passing in November, 2025, he and journalist Paul Critz recorded many hours of conversation concerning his life and work...

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Episodes
  • Episode 4

    Episode 4
    Jan 22 2026

    We finish up with Joseph's time in New York City, along the way discussing his two concerts and the work he did with composer and critic Virgil Thompson.

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    57 mins
  • Episode 3

    Episode 3
    Sep 26 2025

    Joseph Byrd discusses the origins of the I-IV-V chord progression and the twelve bar blues.

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    36 mins
  • Episode 2

    Episode 2
    Jul 21 2025

    Joseph Byrd discusses the heady days in New York City in the early '60s, composing, performing, and trying to eat.

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    34 mins
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