In episode 192, I speak with Composer, performer, and author, Tina Davidson. After years of depression and dissociation, Tina started working to reclaim herself through therapy and spiritual practice. All the while, a single parent, composing and creating works with major ensembles and orchestras, such as The Philadelphia Orchestra, American Composers Orchestra, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Kronos Quartet, Cassatt Quartet, as well as have recordings with Albany Music and on Deutsche Grammophon. Her new book, 'Let your heart be broken' is a powerful read and we discuss her journey from heartbreak to harmony.
Tina Davidson, is highly regarded American composer who creates music that stands out for its emotional depth and lyrical dignity. Lauded for her authentic voice, the New York Times praised her "vivid ear for harmony and colors.” From a challenging uppringing, she has learned the power of moving through heartbreak to find the joy that is wrapped up in it.
In 2023, Let Your Heart Be Broken, Life and Music of a Classical Composer, was published by Boyle & Dalton. The book details a journey as a composer, juxtaposing memories, journal entries, notes on compositions in progress, and insights into the life of an artist – and a mother – at work.
"Let Your Heart Be Broken is a consummate read in its entirety, exploring with uncommon sensitivity and poetic insight the fundamentals of love, forgiveness, creativity, and what it takes to emerge from the inner darkness into a vast vista of light, rooted in the life-tested truth that “we are, in the end, a measure of the love we leave behind.” - Maria Popova, The Marginalian article.
This is a powerful and inspiring conversation with a lady who has some amazing insights about the journey we are all on, and uses her music as metaphor for creating music in life. it is a great conversation, please enjoy
Find out more about Tina here.
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