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Welcome to The Musical Father
A Substack on music, family, and the polyphonic life of J.S. Bach
Nov 16, 2024
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Alexander Hettinga
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Bach Project Update Q2
Exciting updates, with some music for America by Bach's grandson
Jul 3
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Alexander Hettinga
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Musical Mentors: Mine vs Bach's
Memorable conversations with my violin professor, playing Beethoven like a family man, and young Bach's time learning from Dietrich Buxtehude
Jun 21
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Alexander Hettinga
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Capturing the Life of a Musical Giant
An interview with biographer Tim Greiving, author of 'John Williams: A Composer's Life'
Jun 14
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Alexander Hettinga
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First Violin Recital
A read-aloud story for families
May 24
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Alexander Hettinga
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Michal Zeleny: Flutist, Fishing Captain, Father
A podcast interview on pursuing classical music, tackling college debt, rebuilding after hurricanes, and more
May 13
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Alexander Hettinga
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The Musical Father Who Brought Star Wars to Life
A look at the family life and legendary film scores of John Williams
May 1
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Alexander Hettinga
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Quarterly Bach Project Update
A round-up of progress + ways to get involved
Apr 5
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Alexander Hettinga
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The (Missing) Dads of Broadway
Father absence in the musical stories we love
Mar 22
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Alexander Hettinga
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Composer Interview: Alstad
Talking family life, creative process, and J.S. Bach with the contemporary Canadian composer and musician
Feb 26
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Alexander Hettinga
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Every Dad Can: Providing Good Music in the Home
Special memories with my Hannah and inspiration from the family lives of J.S. Bach and Philip Glass
Feb 8
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Alexander Hettinga
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Podcast Interview: Cellist James Hettinga
First podcast episode featuring D.C. cellist, father, and brother
Jan 23
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Alexander Hettinga
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