Affecting just 1% of the population, musical synesthesia is a recognised neurological condition linking sounds to colours. Messiaen had it, Scriabin had it; find out if you do too.

A brief history of the condition, tests for it, and an important music lesson to learn.

Grma x

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Intro music: Rhythm=Power by Spodo Komodo. Used with permission. All rights reserved by the creator.

Chapters:

00:00 - Flute Forum Honey Dip

03:20 - Messiaen and Scriabin

09:30 - Overlapping Senses

18:31 - The Brain by Me

23:01 - Modern Synesthesia Tests

29:05 - A Journey Shared, Listener

Comparing how life is for a freelance / self-employed classical musician in 2026 is France, Germany, The UK and The USA to determine who’s getting the best quality of life.

I’m looking at tax rates, social security, health insurances and opportunities, as well as the unique trade unions and government aid available in mainland Europe.

Grma x

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Inline G Patreon ⭐️

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Inline G will ALWAYS be free of charge, but signing up to the Patreon helps let this podcast reach new heights, if you can afford it. You'll also get to ask questions to upcoming guests as well as get early access to some episodes.

Or if you'd rather not spend money, subscribing to my YouTube channel and following me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is a HUGE way to support the podcast. It'll cost you nothing, and it really makes a difference to the algorithm gods. So please interact however you can; like, comment, or subscribe, and help keep this podcast lit x

Intro music: Rhythm=Power by Spodo Komodo. Used with permission. All rights reserved by the creator.

Chapters:

00:00 - The Menu

04:20 - Germany

19:20 - France

27:52 - The United Kingdom

33:11 - The USA

Is pro orchestral playing the pinnacle of a flutist’s career, and does it align with our psychological need for security, comfort and happiness?

Using Sigmund Freud’s theory on Ego, I ask if the juice is worth the squeeze with regards to the anxiety and jealousy of orchestral fluting.

Grma x

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Or if you'd rather not spend money, subscribing to my YouTube channel and following me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is a HUGE way to support the podcast. It'll cost you nothing, and it really makes a difference to the algorithm gods. So please interact however you can; like, comment, or subscribe, and help keep this podcast lit x

Intro music: Rhythm=Power by Spodo Komodo. Used with permission. All rights reserved by the creator.

Chapters:

00:00 - Hierarchy of Flute Jobs

08:50 - Employment Rates for Musicians

21:15 - Freud’s Superego

26:33 - Identity Tied to Music

32:43 - Love Letter to the Orchestra