Author Archives: Ryan Youens

Music theory, do we need it or not?

I have been thinking about music theory after working with some amazing instrumentalists, whose knowledge on the basics was very low. Of course, as a composer and copyist, I have music theory constantly shooting around my head, but it got … Continue reading

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KBB Music Festival 2010, thumbs up

As of last night, the 2010 KBB Music Festival is officially over. Today I’m sure many musical directors are joining me in breathing a well-earned sigh of relief. If you’re wondering what I am talking about, here’s what the festival … Continue reading

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Sounds great! I want it, I want it now

I have had quite a few enquiries as to where to buy or hire some of my pieces lately, so here is a reminder. First stop is SOUNZ. Here is a list of titles they currently have: Guardians of the North … Continue reading

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Three pieces performed by Brazil’s Sphaera Ensemble

On July 9, the Sphaera Ensemble performed three of my pieces, The Attic, Reclusion and In Their Light, in a concert at the Sesi Theatre, Santos, São Paulo, Brazil. I conducted these three and other pieces with the ensemble while I … Continue reading

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SoundCloud, move your music

Recently I signed up to SoundCloud, interested to see exactly what it was all about. I really, really like it. It describes itself as the following: SoundCloud lets you move music fast & easy. The platform takes the daily hassle … Continue reading

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Breathe In, Breathe Out – a concert of overtures and finales

The Auckland Wind Orchestra and conductor Ryan Youens are proud to present Breathe In, Breathe Out – a concert of overtures and finales – an exciting mix of all your favourites. Bernstein – Candide Overture Giavannini – Overture in Bb … Continue reading

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