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This week on Moveable Do, Steve brings the podcast journey to a close with a heartfelt farewell episode. After 128 interviews, 45 Moveable Snippets, 15 bonus episodes, and more than five years behind the microphone, Steve reflects on the remarkable path this show has taken—from a new mic and a dream in 2020 to a global community of listeners across more than 100 countries. In this final episode, Steve looks back on Season 9’s inspiring guests, shares the stories behind this season’s opening music (“Amazing Grace” arranged for flute and piano, and “How Great Thou Art”), and offers a treasure trove of fascinating stats from the entire history of the show. He revisits some of the most memorable interviews, the shortest and longest episodes, and the unexpected ways Moveable Do has grown over time. Steve also opens up about what he’s learned from nearly 5½ years of conversations with composers—the humanity behind the music, the wildly different paths that lead to creativity, and the truth that every composer has a story worth telling. With honesty and warmth, he shares why it’s time to bring this chapter to an end, what the future may hold, and how listeners have shaped and transformed the podcast along the way. As a final invitation, Steve asks listeners to share their experiences with Moveable Do and offers encouragement for how these conversations might continue to inspire personal and musical growth long after the series concludes. Featuring Steve’s own music from this season:🎵 Amazing Grace 🎵 How Great Thou Art Thank you to our guests for Season 9: Ryan Murphy:https://www.thetabernaclechoir.org/about/the-choir/ryan-murphy.html Roxanna Panufnik: https://roxannapanufnik.com Clark Lawlor: https://clarkwilliamlawlor.com Karen Marrolli: https://karenmarrollimusic.com Dan Davison: https://dandavisonmusic.com Laura Farnell: https://laurafarnell.musicianeo.com Matthew Peterson: https://www.matthew-peterson.com/ Christine Donkin: https://www.christinedonkin.com/ Erich Stem: https://www.erichstem.net/ Artmesia (Alexandra Olsavsky, Diana Lawrecne, and Kaitlin Foley): https://www.artemisiatrio.com/ Shaun Barrowes: https://www.paradiseplanets.com/ Alyson Fewless: https://alysonfewless.weebly.com/ Keane Southard: https://keanesouthard.com/ Shawn Kirchner: https://shawnkirchner.com/ Thank you for five incredible years. Keep the music moving. For more of Steve’s work, visit SDCompose.weebly.com, and follow his ongoing podcasting adventures on the ACDA Podcast, the official podcast of the American Choral Directors Association.For the full archive of Moveable Do, head to MoveableDo.com.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve wraps up Season 9 with acclaimed composer, arranger, and performer Shawn Kirchner. Known for his soaring melodies and genre-blending choral writing, Shawn’s music has become a favorite of ensembles worldwide. From setting Plath and Neruda to singing on soundtracks like La-La Land and Avatar, Shawn’s creative life bridges the sacred, poetic, and cinematic. In this episode, Shawn shares stories from his Iowa upbringing as a triplet, the journey that brought him to Los Angeles, and his rich musical life as a session singer, church musician, and composer. We dive into his creative process, his love for poetry and folk traditions, and large-scale works like The Light of Hope Returning. Plus—hear what vegetable might inspire his next choral piece! Pieces featured on this episode: Tulips (from Plath Songs) The Light of Hope Returning (excerpts: Joyous Welcome, Coventry Carol, Little Rose) Bright Angels Bless Thy Name (from his Bluegrass Mass) Brightest and Best For more about Shawn Kirchner and his music, visit shawnkirchner.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes composer, pianist, and musical activist Keane Southard. Known for his thoughtful fusion of artistry and advocacy, Keane’s music spans genres and continents—often reflecting themes of environmental justice, nonviolence, animal rights, and spiritual exploration. Whether hiking the Appalachian Trail or teaching in Brazil, his lived experiences resonate deeply in his compositions. In this episode, Keane shares how childhood dreams, global travels, and long-distance hiking have shaped his musical voice. We explore his powerful Requiem for Animals, his deeply personal choral piece Do You Hear How Many You Are?, and his trail-inspired Appalachian Trail Symphony: New England. Keane discusses the balance between message and music, and how being both a pianist and composer enriches his storytelling. Plus—find out what musical argument might erupt between a hiking boot and a piano bench! Pieces featured on this episode: Agnus Dei from Requiem for Animals Do You Hear How Many You Are? Lamentations Massachusetts from Appalachian Trail Symphony For more about Keane Southard and his music, visit keanesouthard.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve talks with multi-talented composer, songwriter, and sound designer Alyson Fewless. From high school serenades with her guitar to award-winning theatrical scores, Alyson’s music is an eclectic blend of emotional authenticity, theatrical flair, and thoughtful craft. Her journey has taken her from the stage to the screen—and now to New Zealand, where she composes while raising a family and exploring new creative territory. In this episode, Alyson reflects on her early love of songwriting, her evolution into theater and film scoring, and the impact of motherhood on her creative process. We discuss the rhythmic experimentation behind her Prelude in G, the charm and complexity of her choral setting of Twinkle, Twinkle With Attitude, and the seasonal textures in Autumn (in four parts). Plus—hear what kind of climate her music would predict if it were a weather forecast! Pieces featured on this episode: Believe (performed by Alyson Fewless) Prelude in G (solo piano) Twinkle, Twinkle With Attitude (SATB a cappella) Autumn (in four parts) (performed by the Lebanon Community Chorus) For more about Alyson Fewless and her music, visit alysonfewless.weebly.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes Emmy-nominated composer, singer-songwriter, and multimedia creator Shaun Barrowes. From competing on American Idol to creating a YA sci-fi novel with a full soundtrack and graphic audiobook, Shaun's work defies boundaries and blends story with song in powerful ways. Whether touring high schools with anthems like Live For Music or collaborating with artists like Lindsey Stirling and Imagine Dragons, his music is as cinematic as it is heartfelt. In this episode, Shaun shares how his musical upbringing, American Idol journey, and passion for young musicians have shaped his creative output. He discusses the origins of The Paradise Planets, his ever-evolving creative process, and what inspires songs like Some Dreams Never Come True and Fountain of Youth. Plus—find out what he’d call a sci-fi musical about his life… and who he’d cast as his robot sidekick! Pieces featured on this episode: Some Dreams Never Come True Live For Music See You on the Other Side Fountain of Youth For more about Shaun Barrowes and his work, visit paradiseplanets.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes the dynamic vocal trio Artemisia—Diana Lawrence, Alexandra Olsavsky, and Kaitlin Foley. Based in Chicago, Artemisia is a vocal theater ensemble dedicated to telling female-forward stories through genre-defying vocal music. With influences from classical, folk, pop, and global traditions, these three powerhouse performers blend original compositions with theatrical storytelling to create performances that are as thought-provoking as they are musically stunning. In this episode, Artemisia shares the origins of their ensemble, the meaning behind their mission, and how their individual experiences as composers, educators, and mothers inform their collaborative work. You’ll hear about the viral success of What Happens When a Woman, the layered vulnerability of Who?, the choral mashup energy of Ready or Not, and the bittersweet humor of Go to Sleep. The trio reflects on motherhood, identity, and the evolution of women’s voices—both literal and figurative—in the world of vocal music. Plus—if Artemisia traveled through time in a musical time machine, what song would they sing? Find out! Pieces featured on this episode: What Happens When a Woman (by Alexandra Olsavsky) Who? (by Kaitlin Foley) Ready or Not (by Diana Lawrence) Go to Sleep (by Alexandra Olsavsky) For more about Artemisia and their music, visit artemisiatrio.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes innovative composer and musical storyteller Erich Stem. Known for his emotionally resonant works and adventurous collaborations, Erich’s music explores connection—between place, people, and sound. From symphonies inspired by American landscapes to experimental chamber works rooted in poetry and personality, Erich brings a unique voice to the contemporary classical scene. In this episode, Erich shares his musical journey, the inspiration behind his America By: A Symphonic Tour project, and how his work with ensembles like A/Tonal and ASS3MBLY Trio has shaped his compositional voice. You’ll hear how geography, narrative, and collaboration come together in pieces like Kayak, New Years, and Shenandoah. Plus—learn what snack food could inspire his next chamber work! Pieces featured on this episode: Kayak New Years Moving On Shenandoah (from America By: A Symphonic Tour) For more about Erich Stem and his music, visit erichstem.net. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes celebrated Canadian composer and educator Christine Donkin. Known for her striking melodic clarity and structural inventiveness, Christine’s works are performed by major ensembles around the world and are widely featured in educational syllabi. Whether she’s writing pedagogical miniatures or large-scale choral pieces, Christine brings a thoughtful and compelling voice to contemporary music. In this episode, Christine shares her early musical memories from rural Alberta, her passion for teaching and mentorship, and her approach to creating music that bridges artistry and accessibility. We explore her exploration of retrograde and palindromes, her collaboration with Indigenous artists, and the powerful refugee narrative behind Following the Moonroad. Plus—find out which animal choir she’d love to compose for! Pieces featured on this episode: Sirkel (performed by Cantus) The Moon is the Stone That Shines (from Following the Moonroad) Palindrome in A Minor (Racecar) (performed by Catherine Donkin) Ascending Major Sixth – Foreground-Background (performed by Catherine Donkin) For more about Christine Donkin and her music, visit christinedonkin.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes genre-spanning composer Matthew Peterson. From the grandeur of symphonies and operas to the intimate nuance of choral textures, Matthew’s music defies boundaries while stirring the soul. Now based in Sweden and serving as Composer-in-Residence with Dalasinfoniettan, Matthew shares how his musical journey led from the U.S. to Europe, and what fuels his emotionally charged, stylistically rich compositions. In this episode, Matthew reflects on his early musical influences, the mentors who shaped his voice, and the path that took him from St. Olaf College to the heart of Scandinavia’s classical scene. He also dives into his recent and upcoming projects—including a symphony, commissions for the Swedish Radio Choir, and a uniquely Swedish mass. Plus: find out which fictional character he'd love to score and what makes Sweden such a creative haven. Pieces featured on this episode: Cantate Domino Adoramus Te Bright from An Inner Sky Heilig from Högalidsmässan For more about Matthew Peterson and his music, visit matthew-peterson.com. For the full archive of episodes and more about the podcast, visit MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us! Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website (New!): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MoveableDo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listener's Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moveable_do_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Simply Guitar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Music Unlimited: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dad Jokes Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes beloved choral composer and educator Laura Farnell. With a background in teaching and a catalog of over 60 published choral works, Laura is known for her heartfelt, accessible music—particularly for middle school choirs. From her days as a classroom teacher to her work as a sought-after clinician, Laura brings insight, warmth, and intention to every piece she writes. In this episode, Laura shares stories from her early musical life, her time in Texas classrooms, and the inspirations behind her latest compositions. You'll hear the moving story behind Roses I Give to You, her approach to setting texts that empower and uplift, and her thoughts on why writing for young singers is both joyful and essential. Plus—find out what book she’d choose as her favorite and why it means so much. Pieces featured on this episode: Heart, We Will Forget Him! Roses I Give to You The Thunderstorm Be the Change For more about Laura Farnell and her music, visit laurafarnell.musicaneo.com. For a full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes longtime educator and prolific composer Dan Davison. With over four decades of experience teaching middle school choir in Puyallup, Washington, Dan brings a wealth of insight into working with developing voices—and the musical creativity to match. From dynamic rhythms to text-driven drama, Dan's compositions have become a staple for choirs of all levels across the country. In this episode, Dan shares his journey from student to teacher, how writing music for his own ensembles led to broader recognition, and why he chose to spend his entire career in middle school education. He discusses the influence of his mentors, the excitement of festival conducting, and how a TV show inspired one of his most powerful works. Plus—find out whether Dan would rather brave the North Pole or the Sahara Desert. Pieces featured on this episode: Ritmo Laudate Dominum The Storm ¡Bailará! For more about Dan Davison and his music, visit dandavisonmusic.com. For a full archive of episodes and more about the podcast, visit MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us! Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website (New!): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MoveableDo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listener's Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moveable_do_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Simply Guitar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Music Unlimited: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dad Jokes Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes composer, conductor, and singer-songwriter Karen Marrolli. With a career spanning sacred music, community outreach, and intimate storytelling, Karen brings a dynamic and deeply human perspective to everything she creates. From her work as Director of Music Ministries in Albuquerque to founding the powerful Lux Aeterna choir, her music uplifts, provokes, and heals. In this episode, Karen shares the origins of her musical path, how her songwriting heroes influence her choral voice, and the ways her personal spirituality and storytelling instincts shape her process. You'll hear about her Celtic-inspired Christmas collection, her haunting environmental anthem Sing Unto the Sky, and the interplay of text and melody in her original works. Plus—hear what she'd call the reality show of her life! Pieces featured on this episode: Until Love is Spoken Sing Unto the Sky Like a Mighty Wind Noel (from Light of Peace: Celtic Carols for Christmas) For more about Karen Marrolli and her music, visit karenmarrollimusic.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, composer Clark Lawlor joins the podcast to share his remarkable return to music after a 20-year hiatus. After initially studying composition at the University of Utah, Clark stepped away for a career in business and technology—only to rediscover his passion through choral singing. Now an award-winning composer with performances across five continents, Clark reflects on the whirlwind success of his recent works and the creative spark that brought him back. In this episode, Clark discusses how text guides his compositional voice, his collaborations with mentors like Eriks Esenvalds and Anthony Silvestri, and how family life and musical intuition shape his process. From the ghostly whimsy of Haunted Houses to the Swedish serenity of I denna ljuva sommartid, discover what makes Clark’s music both accessible and artistically rich. Plus—find out what he’d title his (hilarious) autobiography! Pieces featured on this episode: Dona Nobis Pacem/Foveamus Pacem Haunted Houses Carols of Christmas (Love is All Around) I denna ljuva sommartid For more information about Clark Lawlor and his music, visit clarkwilliamlawlor.com. For more about the podcast and the full episode archive, visit MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us! Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website (New!): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MoveableDo.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listener's Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@moveable_do_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Affiliates: Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links. Simply Piano: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5z⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Simply Guitar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Music Unlimited: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dad Jokes Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes internationally acclaimed composer Roxanna Panufnik. From royal commissions to global peace-building through music, Roxanna’s career spans opera, orchestral works, choral compositions, and cross-cultural collaborations. With her signature blend of emotional depth and musical diplomacy, she has become one of Britain’s most beloved and forward-thinking composers. In this episode, Roxanna shares stories of her musical upbringing as the daughter of composer Andrzej Panufnik, the inspirations behind some of her most meaningful works, and the path that led her to writing for King Charles III’s coronation. We explore her commitment to interfaith harmony, her use of unconventional instrumentation, and her multimedia approach to storytelling. Plus—hear what kind of amusement park ride one of her compositions might become! Pieces featured on this episode: Lament for a Bulgarian Dancing Bear My Man (from Faithful Journey – A Mass for Poland) Sleep, Jesus Sleep Zen Love Song (from Love Abide) For more about Roxanna Panufnik and her music, visit roxannapanufnik.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.

This week on Moveable Do, Steve launches Season 9 with composer and conductor Ryan Murphy. As Associate Music Director of The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, Ryan brings artistry, precision, and spiritual depth to one of the world’s most iconic choral ensembles. From his early days in Connecticut to sharing the podium with Mack Wilberg, Ryan’s musical journey is as inspiring as it is accomplished. In this episode, Ryan reflects on his formative experiences singing in an Episcopal boys' choir, arranging folk songs and spirituals, and stepping in front of a 360-voice choir for the very first time. He shares insights on his approach to rehearsal efficiency, creative collaboration, and faith-infused artistry. You’ll also hear about his early rock band days, his musical theater moments, and which section of the Tabernacle Choir would make the best ice cream topping! Pieces featured on this episode: Pilgrim Song (Salt Lake Vocal Artists) Music in the Air (Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square) A Lullaby (USC Thornton Chamber Singers and Concert Choir) Standing on the Promises (Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square) To learn more about Ryan Murphy and his work, visit thetabernaclechoir.org. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, visit MoveableDo.com. Connect With Us!Email: [email protected] (New!): MoveableDo.comSupport: PatreonFacebook: Page, Listener's GroupInstagram: @moveable_do_podcast Affiliates:Steve and Moveable Do profit from purchases you make through these links.Simply Piano: https://simplypiano.sjv.io/eKoX5zSimply Guitar: https://hellosimply.pxf.io/LXvkk0Amazon Music Unlimited: https://www.tryamazonmusic.com/moveabledoDad Jokes Merch: https://dadjokesmerch.weebly.com Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn money on eligible purchases.