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Introduction to Roland Aerophone Brisa Flute Wind Controller

Episode 16 The Roland Aerophone Brisa is an innovative new wind controller with a flute-like design that combines traditional flute fingerings with cutting-edge technology. We explore this revolutionary instrument's features,...

September 16, 2025 • Episode 16 • 59:16

How to Practice on a Wind Controller

Episode 015 Matt and Alistair explore effective practice strategies for wind controllers, sharing insights on how to make practice sessions more productive and enjoyable for players at all levels.• Creating a dedicated pract...

September 04, 2025 • Episode 15 • 1:11:06

Special Guest Tom Scott: Lyricon Pioneer & Jazz Fusion Icon - Part 2

Episode 014 From the groundbreaking Lyricon of the 1970s to today's Roland Aerophone, Tom's distinctive electronic wind sounds have shaped countless recordings across jazz, pop, and film scores for decades.The continuation of...

May 27, 2025 • Episode 14 • 36:09

Special Guest Tom Scott: Lyricon Pioneer & Jazz Fusion Icon - Part 1

Episode 013 Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer Tom Scott joins the Aerophone Academy to share his extraordinary musical journey from clarinet player to pioneering wind controller artist. With 13 Grammy nominations, 3 Grammy awa...

March 19, 2025 • Episode 13 • 53:20

Creating the Perfect Wind Controller

Episode 012 We explore the dream features and designs for wind controllers that could revolutionize the performance experience for musicians. The discussion dives deep into every aspect of instrument design, ergonomics, user feedback, ...

January 28, 2025 • Episode 12 • 1:13:45

Fan Mail

Hi Matt & Alistair, I just finished listening to the pod cast--great stuff! Regarding the foot pedal idea: the new midi 2.0 has a ethernet cable spec. I think this could work with power over ethernet to power the ewi. Also, i kind of like the idea of pressing the thumb for different octaves--or the sort of frets idea for ewi. For evi, though I still like the rollers, though I would like the angle of the canister to be different like Matt suggested. Anyway, great show! Cheers, Tim (aka windysynth)

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