Beyond the Notes with Vonn Vanier

Welcome to Beyond the Notes with Vonn Vanier, a conversational podcast that brings listeners face‑to‑face with music’s most compelling voices—from Grammy‑winning composers to trailblazing engineers and virtuoso performers. Join Vonn and dive into the stories, career‑defining “aha” moments, and unexpected passions that light up his guests’ eyes. Whether it’s backstage tales from the Grammys, day‑one studio mishaps, or the project that changed everything, Vonn makes every chat engaging, relatable, and fun. Join him and celebrate the people behind the music of our lives—and to uncover the fun, surprising stories that make their work unforgettable.

Episode 11 - Michael Romanowski - Six-time Grammy Award-winning mastering engineer

Episode 10 - Jeffrey Silverman - American composer, producer, and orchestrator for film, Broadway and television

Episode 9 - Danaë Xanthe Vlasse – Grammy Award winning composer, classical pianist, producer and music teacher

Episode 8 — Claire Ritter - Jazz Master, Composer, Pianist and Educator

Episode 7 — Mike Post: Part 2 - Law & Order Composer Mike Post Goes Off-Script With His First Full Album

Episode 6 — Mike Post - Television Hall of Fame, Emmy and Grammy Award Winning Composer

Episode 5 –  Matthew Shilvock - General Director of the San Francisco Opera

Episode 4 – Peter Boyer – Renowned, Grammy nominated composer, orchestrator and conductor

Episode 3 – Leslie Ann Jones - Grammy Award winning recording engineer, Director of Music Recording for Skywalker Symphony Orchestra

Episode 2 –  John Snyder – Grammy Award winning producer and artist manager

Episode 1 – Jeremy Cohen – Grammy Award nominated violinist & producer