Jacob Collier Can Make Anyone Sing

About this episode

Sam Sanders collaborates with Jacob Collier and Charlie Harding to explore the power of music and communal singing.

Today we’re sharing Sam’s recent collaboration with ' Switched On Pop .' Jacob Collier is a rare musician. He’s been described as an ambassador of music, known for lushly orchestrated pieces with a myriad of collaborators. He’s also known for conducting the crowds of his live shows, turning the concert into a massive choir performance.  He did just that recently at On-Air Fest , with Charlie Harding, host of ‘Switched On Pop.’ Sam joined them both on stage to discuss the power of music, why we shouldn’t be afraid to sing, and the communal joy of harmonizing with others.  Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week. The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.  

People in this episode

Host: Sam Sanders

Guest: Jacob Collier

Topics covered

• music
• collaboration
• live performance
• community
• joy of singing

Keywords

• Jacob Collier
• Switched On Pop
• On-Air Fest
• music collaboration
• live choir performance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Switched On Pop

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