Film-maker and teacher Ben BT tells stories of passion and confusion about a one night stand, his adventures in India involving a hair raising motorbike ride and a rooftop story. All with a unique soundtrack
Follow Ben on Instagram @benboydtaylor
Timestamps
Introduction to Ben Boyd Taylor (00:00:05)Ben shares his musical background and contrasts it with his sister's musicality.
Initial Music Response (00:00:41)Ben describes his emotional response and imagery evoked by a piece of improvised...
Film-maker and teacher Ben BT tells stories of passion and confusion about a one night stand, his adventures in India involving a hair raising motorbike ride and a rooftop story. All with a unique soundtrack
Follow Ben on Instagram @benboydtaylor
Timestamps
Introduction to Ben Boyd Taylor (00:00:05)
Ben shares his musical background and contrasts it with his sister's musicality.
Initial Music Response (00:00:41)
Ben describes his emotional response and imagery evoked by a piece of improvised music.
Storytelling Prompt (00:02:17)
The host prompts Ben to share a personal story that could have a musical soundtrack.
Traveling in India (00:02:23)
Ben recounts a memorable and adventurous journey on a jeep and motorbike in India.
Narrative Structure in Music (00:03:46)
Discussion on how music can mirror narrative elements like confusion and clarity.
Sense of Adventure (00:06:02)
Ben reflects on the excitement and fear during his adventurous journey.
Improvisation Reflection (00:06:34)
Ben shares thoughts on how the music could better reflect his decision-making moments.
University Rooftop Experience (00:07:34)
Ben reminisces about a memorable night spent on a rooftop avoiding security.
Sunrise and Nature (00:08:30)
Describes the beauty of watching the sunrise and observing wildlife during that night.
Conveying Time in Music (00:10:25)
Discussion on the challenges of representing time and day in musical compositions.
Confusion in Relationships (00:10:49)
Ben shares a personal story about the emotional complexity of a one-night stand.
Conflict in Emotions (00:11:31)
Exploration of conflicting feelings and attachments arising from casual encounters.
Music Interpretation (00:14:12)
Ben reflects on the emotional journey conveyed through music composition.
Narrative Clarity (00:16:41)
Ben acknowledges a clearer narrative in the music during the second attempt.
Insight on Music Composition (00:16:56)
Ben discusses the unique challenges of composing music compared to film and photography.
Final Thoughts on Interpretation (00:17:25)
Ben highlights the subjective nature of music and its varied interpretations by listeners.
Conclusion (00:18:18)
The host thanks Ben for the insightful conversation and invites listeners to the next episode.
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