Ben Johnston: podcast appearances and interviews

Benjamin Burwell Johnston Jr. was an American contemporary music composer renowned for his use of just intonation. He was recognized as one of the foremost composers of microtonal music by Philip Bush and was praised by John Rockwell as one of the best non-famous composers in the United States. Besides his contributions to composition, he was also a drummer and was affiliated with Johnston Advisory. Johnston's work is characterized by its innovative approach to musical tuning systems, and his influence extends within the realms of modern and experimental music. His career reflects a significant engagement with the possibilities of microtonality in composition and performance.