Ep 23, Artist Talks: Lloyd Van't Hoff

Lauded by Limelight Magazine for his "Life-affirming music making," and the Tasmanian Mercury for exhibiting "Spectacular brilliance, charisma and sensitivity," Lloyd Van't Hoff is an Australian clarinetist, director, educator, recording artist and founding member of Arcadia Winds. The Age proclaims him "a technical and expressive master of his instrument." He is a founding member of the award-winning Australian wind quintet, Arcadia Winds. In 2015, the ensemble was announced as Musica Viva Australia's inaugural FutureMakers. He recently released an album with pianist Lisa Moore – together they form the Crux Duo – titled, "My Place."

In this episode we cover:

1. How to manage the confidence-building nature of applause and awards

2. The "nerdy" side of being a musician

3. Are your feelings about how you played during a performance a true barometer?

4. "Pinch yourself" moments...the connection between artist and audience

5. The magnitude of clarinet styles and history

Learn more about Lloyd!

🌐 lloydvanthoff.ccm

📸 Instagram: @lloydvanthoff

👍 Facebook: Lloyd Van't Hoff

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9cuXV-xLu8