Teagan Faran: Exploring Contemporary Violin, Electroacoustic Sound, Tango Traditions & Teaching Philosophy
About this episode
Teagan Faran is a remarkable violinist known for her versatility as a performer, composer, and improviser. In this episode, you’ll hear selections from her album Middle Child—a compelling and genre-spanning musical journey featuring works by acclaimed contemporary composers, as well as Tegan’s own reimagining of Brahms’ beloved Intermezzo.
A Fulbright grant recipient, Tegan spent nine months in Argentina delving into the rich traditions of tango and regional folk music. She shared insights about her time there, along with stories of collaboration and mentorship, including her work with the Grammy-nominated ensemble Palaver Strings and the electroacoustic duo Persephone & the Phoenix.
Tegan has also built a dynamic career as an educator and has studied under renowned teachers like Danielle Belen. In our conversation, we touched on her diverse teaching experiences, the importance of injury prevention, and her parallel path as a certified personal trainer. My website link takes you to the video and transcript.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:53) album Middle Child with clip of Brahms Intermezzo
(05:42) Davis West, with clip of Outermezzo, Deedee Bridgewater
(08:44) Palaver Strings
(15:58) FARAHMS Misha Vayman with clip
(17:59) Persephone & the Phoenix Duo Nicole Brancato
(22:51) Casimiro by Julián Granciano with clip, tango, learning in Argentina
(28:31) Little Things album, sheet music with clip of El Silbador
(34:22) other linked episodes and ways to support this series
(35:11) stir crazy by Carlos Simon with clip, Leo Sussman
(37:01) mentor Matt Albert
(40:41) musical and personal identity
(44:24) mentor Danielle Belen, concert presentation, teaching, Ithica, Sphinx
(53:06) career advice, exploring instruments
(56:29) Temptress Jens Ibsen with clip
(59:37) personal trainer, avoiding injury
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