In this first episode of Juo Collab, I chat with Jonathon Skovron about his creative process, and then collaborate with him to create something from scratch, in real time.

We didn't have anything prepared, or bring anything except for an open mind. I wanted to capture what actually happens when artists create: the ideas, the uncertainty, and the moments where something begins to take shape.

🎟 This series leads to a live performance on May 3 in Melbourne, where the material comes together:
https://www.trybooking.com/DKQSI

🌐 Explore more: https://www.starrmusic.com.au/juocollab

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If you’re interested in composition, collaboration, or the creative process, feel free to subscribe and follow along. New episodes will be released regularly.

In Ep 2 of Juo Collab, Jonathon Skovron and I each bring 3 songs to the party: a couple of original pieces, and a choice of cover song. These songs, along with the one we co-wrote in Ep 1, will form part of our set. We are each hearing songs for the first time.

🎟 This series leads to a live performance on May 3 in Melbourne, where the material comes together:
https://www.trybooking.com/DKQSI

🌐 Explore more: https://www.starrmusic.com.au/juocollab

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If you’re interested in composition, collaboration, or the creative process, feel free to subscribe and follow along.

New episodes will be released regularly.

What does a rehearsal sound like?

In this episode of Juo Collab, we run through the songs we shared and discussed in Episode 2, trying out different instruments, having a go at harmonies etc. In this episode, I refer to 'an extended episode'. I have mentioned this before, but for now, even though I have made them, I am waiting to upload them all at some point soon. If you have any feedback, I would be very happy to hear it!

🎟 This series leads to a live performance on May 3 in Melbourne, where the material comes together:
https://www.trybooking.com/DKQSI

🌐 Explore more: https://www.starrmusic.com.au/juocollab
🎧 Listen to the audio podcast: [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MtFq4HG6lI2SusQB4GFr7?si=b244d7a272b24a2b]
🍎 Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/juo-collab/id1890982473]

What kind of song do we need to write to complete our setlist?
In this episode of Juo Collab, we try another way of writing a song. We don't have a title yet, so if you have any ideas, let us know!

🎟 This series leads to a live performance on May 3 in Melbourne, where the material comes together:
https://www.trybooking.com/DKQSI

🌐 Explore more: https://www.starrmusic.com.au/juocollab

After weeks of discussion, composition, rehearsal, and uncertainty, the work is finally performed live.

This episode documents the May 3rd concert and the perceptible shift that occurs when private creative process becomes a performance experience.

Audience questions and further reflections appear in Episode 6.

🌐 Explore more: Starr Music – JUO Collab

🎧 Listen to the audio podcast on Spotify:
Spotify Episode Link

🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts:
Apple Podcasts – JUO Collab

💬 Share your thoughts with Adam:
Audience Feedback Form

🎹 Jonathan Skovron’s music and projects:
Jonathan Skovron Bandcamp

🎻 Presented in association with Melbourne Klezmer School

In Episode 6 of Juo Collab, I chat with Montana Sharp about her creative process, her horns and other things. We then work together to make something from scratch, in real time.

🌐 Explore more: https://www.starrmusic.com.au/juocollab

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In Episode 7 of Juo Collab, Montana and I each share 2 of our original songs, and suggest a cover song, bringing to 7 the number of tunes that will be in our growing setlist for now. We talk about where the songs came from, what they mean, and how and why they were made.

🌐 Explore more: https://www.starrmusic.com.au/juocollab

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If you’re interested in composition, collaboration, or the creative process, feel free to subscribe and follow along. New episodes will be released regularly.