Welcome to our first podcast episode, where we have the pleasure of talking with the talented GRAMMY award winning composer and musician, Kitt Wakeley. Join us as we delve into the life and work of this remarkable artist, who has risen from the depths of personal struggle to become a GRAMMY-winning composer and orchestral music sensation. In this episode, we explore Kitt's musical journey, from his early beginnings as an orphan to his current success as a celebrated composer. We discuss his sources of inspiration, creative process, and the challenges he has faced along the way. We also get an exclusive peek at his upcoming projects and collaborations. Whether you're a fan of orchestral music or simply curious about the creative process behind it, this episode is not to be missed. So sit back, relax, and join us for an intimate conversation with Kitt Wakeley.
About Kitt Wakeley:
Kitt Wakeley is an American GRAMMY Award-winning composer, songwriter, musician, and music producer. His album, Symphony of Sinners & Saints (featuring Joe Satriani) peaked at #1 on Billboard's Classical Crossover and Classical charts and at #18 on Hot Hard Rock Songs. Singles, Conflicted, Forgive Me, and Sinners and Saints, all peaked at #1 on Billboard's Hard Rock Digital Song Sales as well as charting in the Top-10 Hot Hard Rock Songs chart. He has released four studio albums that feature Nuno Bettencourt, Nita Strauss, Kenny Aronoff, Andy Timmons, the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the London Voices, among others. In 2023, Wakeley's An Adoption Story, won a Grammy Award for Best Classical Compendium.
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